The Ryan Walsworth Spear-It 5K

Event Overview

• Event Name: The Ryan Walsworth Spear-It 5K
• Date: June 13, 2026
• Location: 8281 W. Hazel Rd, Mears, MI
• More Info: Race Registration

Race Description

• Scenic Route: The race course follows the lakeshore into the wooded, winding roads of the Upper Silver Lake area, providing beautiful scenery and natural landscapes that end right back at the Dune Town Mall.
• Trophies & Medals: This year we will be awarding trophies to the top male and female runners as well as medals to the top three runners in each age group.
• Participant Reward: All participants will receive local asparagus.
• T-Shirt Guarantee: Be sure to preregister to be guaranteed a commemorative T-Shirt!

Sponsorship

• Primary Sponsor: Race Sponsored by Shelby State Bank

Event Tribute

• Honoring Ryan Walsworth: This event was renamed in honor of Ryan Walsworth, who passed away in early 2017.
• Ryan's Contribution: Ryan, a local asparagus farmer, was a faithful contributor and donor to NAF as well as supporting the asparagus and agriculture community here in Oceana County and beyond.
• Community Spirit: We are honored to recognize Ryan's hard work and community spirit through the 5k.

Registration Details

• Event Type: 5K Run & 5K Walk
• Registration Fee: $30

Contact Information

• Coordinator: Michele Amstutz
• Phone: (231) 218-3818
• Email: spearit5k@gmail.com