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Saturday, May 1st, 2027
1012 N Green St, Mchenry IL
5K
43–61°F · some rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 4 of the last 10 years
2026
35–49°F
dry
2025
48–67°F
rain
2024
55–71°F
dry
2023
37–47°F
rain
2022
46–56°F
dry
2021
40–79°F
dry
2020
36–64°F
dry
2019
42–59°F
rain
2018
55–77°F
dry
2017
43–55°F
rain
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About this race
This event will be serving two purposes: fund the NHS scholarships and raise money for the K9s 4 U Dog Rescue. Each year, NHS hosts an event to pay for our scholarships. It has been a huge success over the years and we've made it an annual event.
Packet Pickup
Friday, April 30th, 4:00 p.m - 7:00 p.m. Saturday, May 1st, 6:45 a.m. - 7:45 a.m. Both Dates at 1012 N. Green Street. McHenry.
Registration
Registration includes shirt and packet, while supplies last. All registration will be online only. Please complete your registration prior to coming on site for pickup. Please note, the price will increase to $40 on race day.
Awards
Top 3 Males and Top 3 Females in each age group: 13 and under, 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
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