Sierra Club - Lancaster Group Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike

Polar Bear 5K Trail Run/Hike

Come join the fun!! The Sierra Club – Lancaster Group invites you to run or hike in this 5K (3.1 miles) trail race to show your support for the environment.

Bring a dog, bring two dogs!!! We love our pups! HAVE FUN with our awesome Run / Hike!!!

Race Information

Where:

Lancaster County Central Park - Kiwanis Lodge (Pavilion 22)
Located at 826 Eshelman Mill Road, Lancaster, PA 17602
The 5K begins and ends at Kiwanis Lodge
(Pavilion 22, PARK AT 826 Eshelman Mill Rd.)
Shuttle provided from parking lot to the starting line. Please arrive between 8:30 & 9:30 am to catch a shuttle, register, and be at the start on time.

When:

• Registration / Bib Pick-up: 8:30am-9:30am
• Catch a shuttle to the start: 8:30am-9:30am (Don't miss the ride to the start!)
• Race Starts: Promptly at 10:00am
• Awards Ceremony: 10:45am

Race is chip timed (gun start) with instant results at the finish line.

Registration Information

Choose from the following registrations:

• EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION: available until DECEMBER 25th $30
• All registrations after: DECEMBER 25th including race day registration will be $35
• 5K Trail Run / Hike: If you are running with your dog(s) please tell us their name in the registration field as well.
• ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON: JANUARY 2nd AT NOON. Registration is available after January 2nd at packet pick up on Friday and available on race day!

Early Pack it Pick-up: will be available on Friday, January 9th from 4pm-6:30pm at Pet Place located at 237 Centerville Road, Lancaster, PA 17603

Each Participant: will receive a drawstring bag as a finishers award included with their entry.

Race Shirts: Grab an awesome Short Sleeve Exclusive Sierra Club Lancaster Polar Bear 5K shirt available as an add-on for ONLY $25. Please be sure you select a shirt during your registration.

This race and shirt plus a membership to the Sierra Club in Lancaster make for the perfect Holiday Gift by the way!

Sierra Club Members:

If you are a Sierra Club Member: please make sure you say yes you are a member in the registration process.

Not a Sierra Club Member? JOIN TODAY

Funds raised from the event: support the Green Grant Program, providing financial assistance to local environmentally focused organizations.

This fun trail run/hike: will go through scenic Lancaster County Central Park. All trails are well maintained with some hills. Be prepared to run in mud, snow, and possible ice.

For route map: see bottom of page or please visit www.lancastersierraclub.org.

Awards & Prizes:

Prizes, Prizes, Prizes,:

• Door Prizes: for so many fun reasons!
• Prizes for the overall: top 3 male & female runners!
• Prizes for the top 3: dogs with humans (any age).
• Prizes for the top 3 male and female winners: in EACH age group!

Age Categories: 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

To promote sustainability: please bring your own water bottle. We have a bag-check to store all your personal items.

This event: is held rain or shine.

Rules:

• Bib Placement: Bibs must be worn on the FRONT and VISIBLE at all times.
• No Course Cutting: Follow the marked course at all times.
• Do Not Litter: Carry your trash or dispose of it at the aid stations.
• Dropping out of the race: If you can’t complete the race, notify the race director.
• Passing other trail users: Communicate your intentions clearly and be courteous.
• Bring Your Dog! Well behaved dogs are encouraged to join us.
• Registration: You must carefully complete your registration in full and accurately.
• Refund Policy: We do not offer refunds for race registrations.