Race For Open Space

West Bend, Wisconsin, United States

Oct, 2027 (TBD)

1mi, 5k, 10k

Race Information

Enjoy the fall colors on the beautiful rolling trails of the Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation’s Fox Hill Nature Preserve in West Bend, Wisconsin. Help support the conservation of open space in the Cedar Lakes region by joining the Foundation's 5k run, 10k run, or 1-mile walk through deciduous forest, restored prairie land, and glacial moraine. You may even see a sandhill crane in the prairie or a bald eagle flying overhead!

The Cedar Lakes Conservation Foundation (CLCF), a 501(c)(3) in West Bend, is one of the oldest land trusts in Wisconsin. All proceeds from this event benefit CLCF and its mission to conserve the natural environment of the Cedar Lakes region.

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πŸ“ University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, IL
πŸ—“οΈ Thursday April 22 - Saturday April 24, 2027

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Join the Big 10 community of Champaign-Urbana & Savoy. Finish at the 50-yard line of historic Gies Memorial Stadium, enjoy bountiful postrace food and a street fest with live music, beer, and other festivities.

Distance options are: Marathon, Half-marathon, 10K, 5K, Mile, and Youth Run, plus eight I-Challenge events that dare you to complete multiple events to earn extra swag and medals!

Thousands of fans and volunteers shower you with Midwest hospitality along the flat and fast routes through downtown streets, tree-lined residential neighborhoods, and awesome, paved park trails.

First-class race shirts, medals, food, and fanfare. Free parking and race photos. Register today to guarantee your spot! 

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Race Facts

Race Size: 100 - 500

Elevation: Some Hills

Course Type: Trail

Boston Qualifier: No

Kids Run: Yes

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