Hope for the Holiday Half Marathon and 5k in Memory of Garrett Yeager

🎗️ Race Overview

The race is being held to honor the memory of Garrett Yeager, beloved friend, son, brother, and father. All proceeds will be donated in his memory to Special Olympics of Batesville and New Hope Refuge. New Hope Refuge is a faith-based and Christ-centered program for women who are struggling with substance abuse issues.

🏞️ Course Details

• 5k Start: The race course begins in the beautiful Eagle Mountain neighborhood.
• Half Marathon Route: Continues over to the stunning campus of Lyon College.
• Trail Section: Features a 3/4 mile trail section at Lyon.
• Country Roads: Participants will run back via country roads to return to Eagle Mountain.

🎖️ Participant Perks

• Finishers Medal: Every participant will receive a finishers medal.
• Race Hoodie: Each participant will also get a race hoodie.
• Registration Deadline: Race registration will cut off on November 30th to be guaranteed a hoodie.
• Packet Pickup: Will take place on race morning from 6:30 until 7:45.

🚫 Cancellation Policy

If the race is cancelled, all entries will be deferred to the 2025 race. Sorry, no refunds.

📅 Event Information

Date: December 6, 2025

Location: 600 Eagle Mountain Blvd, Batesville, AR

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