JCH&L Burkley Fitness Center is working with Jeffs Gone M.A.D. to hold a 1 mile or 5K run/walk on Saturday, Sept. 7.
“We encourage all ages to participate in this run/walk event during a fun weekend in Fairbury,” said Jen Johnson, JCH&L Burkley Fitness Center manager. “Families can participate together, and we are offering a family discount of $10 per family on the entry fee.”
The event is set for 10 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 7. Check in will be at the Fairbury Community Building at 9 a.m. Entry fee is $15 per person, with a $10 discount for any family of 3 or more participants.
Finish medals will be awarded to all participants ages 12 and under who complete the 1-mile route, whether running or walking. In the 5K, there will be awards for the top 3 males and the top 3 females.
Please contact JCH&L Burkley Fitness Center for more information and for a registration form. Pre-registration is encouraged by Aug. 30. Walk-in entries will be accepted on the day of the event.
“We know there are a lot of great activities going on in Fairbury that weekend, and our goal is to add a fun way to stay active,” Johnson said.