AARC Beat the Chill Challenge and 5K
Typically 13–33°F · low rain risk
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2026
21–47°F
dry
2025
30–55°F
dry
2024
8–39°F
dry
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16–36°F
dry
2022
8–34°F
dry
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21–38°F
dry
2020
6–25°F
dry
2019
-5–4°F
dry
2018
12–27°F
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2017
19–45°F
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About this race
28 days. 28 miles. Everyone gets a prize.
Official rules.
1. Sign up for the challenge here on runsignup.
2. Go for a run, hike, or walk - inside/outside.
3. Log your miles on the Strava App in the AARC Beat the Chill Challenge and 5K Club - search for the club in the app or registrants can be added after signing up.
4. Participate in the AARC Beat the Chill Challenge 5K on February 28th at 10:10AM (Dome opens at 10). You will receive your prize at the race or pick up at Shoe Science. (Contact us if you need it mailed).
5. Complete all 28 miles and you'll be entered to win AARC gear and other prizes!
***You do not have to participate in AARC Beat the Chill Challenge 5K to participate in the challenge or earn prizes. But you might get more prizes if you come. And you'll get to see running friends :)
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