36th Whitin Five Mile Race and Two Mile Health Walk

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Date: November 28, 2024
• Location: 60 Main St, Whitinsville, MA
• Race Type: In-Person with a virtual option (virtual race dates: November 12-26)
• More Info: Register Here

📅 Race Details

• Registration: Please see activity website for updated info
• T-shirt Guarantee: Enter by October 30 for a guaranteed T-shirt
• Safety Protocols: Follow any safety measures in place at the time of the event
• Updates: Check the Whitin Five Facebook page for race updates

👕 Tee Shirts

• Availability: Long sleeve T-shirts for pre-registered participants
• Pick Up: Race number and T-shirt pick up is Wednesday evening before the race at the Whitin Community Center from 5-7 PM
• Sizes: Not guaranteed, come early for best selection
• Virtual Participants: T-shirt size chosen at registration will be mailed

🌐 Virtual Race & Walk

• Participation: Run any course, anywhere between November 12 and November 26
• Results Submission: Fill in your race results with a Google form
• T-shirt Mailing: Your T-shirt will be mailed after they are printed up
• Entry Deadline: Enter by November 6 to be guaranteed a shirt

💰 Race Proceeds

• Beneficiaries: Whitin Community Center
• Support: Massachusetts Audubon Society
• Charity: Girls on the Run, Worcester County

🎁 Race Day Amenities

• T-shirt Guarantee: Long sleeved T-shirts for pre-registrants by October 30th
• Finisher Gifts: Whitin Five mugs for the first 50 finishers
• Facilities: Hot showers and lockers in a warm building
• Parking: Free parking at Whitin CC and surrounding streets

🗺️ Course Information

• Certification: USATF certified, # MA07032JK
• Mile Markers: Clear mile markers and a water stop halfway
• Terrain: The course is flat, rolling, and fast
• Video Guide: Visit the Whitin Five website for a course video

⚠️ Other Information

• Weather Policy: The race will be held rain or shine
• Blizzard Date: November 28th at 8:10 AM
• Walking Course: Walkers must use the walking course and may do multiple loops
• Registration: Non-refundable, ensuring a fun family event

🏆 Awards

• Cash Awards: 1st place $60, 2nd place $50, 3rd place $40 for both Men and Women
• Age Division Awards: Detailed awards for various age groups
• Record Bonuses: $75 for New Course Records
• One Award Per Person: Awards to be picked up post-race