Sandhill Crane All Trail Half Marathon 10k & 5k

October 12, 2024
Vandalia
Trail
Distances
Half-Marathon, 10k, 5k
Starting Time

9:00 AM

Fees

$25+

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1-100
Some Hills
Forested
High: 66°
/ Low: 47°

Join us for the 16th Annual Pure Michigan All Trail Race—a fantastic all-trail course that promises a unique and exhilarating experience! Nestled in the 820-acre Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park, this non-repeat trail course is a hidden gem in beautiful southwest Michigan. Traverse through a natural scenic odyssey of forest and field, featuring six charming bridge crossings, numerous streams, small lakes, and, of course, some hills. Keep an eye out for Sandhill Cranes that frequent this bucolic area, adding an extra layer of charm to the course—consider it a good omen if you spot one during your race.

All finishers will receive dynamite custom design long-sleeve performance T-shirts (register by Sept 30th to guarantee shirt on race day). The top two finishers in each category will be awarded laser-cut custom wood awards, while third place in each age group will receive medals. Stay hydrated with water and sport drink stations along the course, and enjoy a fantastic rehydration station at the finish, offering fruit, sport drink, popsicles, potato chips, homemade cookies, and water.

RUN OR SPORT WALK A FANTASTIC ALL TRAIL COURSE! This non-repeat, all trail course located in the 820 acre Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park is a hidden gem in the beautiful southwest Michigan. This natural scenic odyssey of forest and field includes six charming bridge crossings, lots of streams and small lakes, and, of course, some hills. Sandhill Cranes do frequent this bucolic area, adding charm to the course – take it as a good omen if you see one during your race. ~ Dynamite custom design long sleeve performance T-shirts to all finishers. (Register by Sept 30th to guarantee shirt on race day) ~ Laser cut custom wood award for top two finishers and medals for third in each age group. ~ Water and sport drink on the course and a great re-hydration station at the finish featuring fruit, sport drink, popsicles, potato chips, homemade cookies and water. ~ Chip timing for 5k, 10k and ½ Marathon (Chip timing will close at Noon – course open to 2:00PM) ~ Music DJ at start and finish, and two music stations on the course to inspire participants. ~ Finishers in all races from Cass County, Niles and the Granger area will be listed in an HONOR ROLL in the appropriate newspapers. ~ Race benefits the Cass County Parks and the Dowagiac Rotary Club
Overview
Join us for the 16th Annual Pure Michigan All Trail Race—a fantastic all-trail course that promises a unique and exhilarating experience! Nestled in the 820-acre Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park, this non-repeat trail course is a hidden gem in beautiful southwest Michigan. Traverse through a natural scenic odyssey of forest and field, featuring six charming bridge crossings, numerous streams, small lakes, and, of course, some hills. Keep an eye out for Sandhill Cranes that frequent this bucolic area, adding an extra layer of charm to the course—consider it a good omen if you spot one during your race. All finishers will receive dynamite custom design long-sleeve performance T-shirts (register by Sept 30th to guarantee shirt on race day). The top two finishers in each category will be awarded laser-cut custom wood awards, while third place in each age group will receive medals. Stay hydrated with water and sport drink stations along the course, and enjoy a fantastic rehydration station at the finish, offering fruit, sport drink, popsicles, potato chips, homemade cookies, and water.
RUN OR SPORT WALK A FANTASTIC ALL TRAIL COURSE! This non-repeat, all trail course located in the 820 acre Dr. T. K. Lawless County Park is a hidden gem in the beautiful southwest Michigan. This natural scenic odyssey of forest and field includes six charming bridge crossings, lots of streams and small lakes, and, of course, some hills. Sandhill Cranes do frequent this bucolic area, adding charm to the course – take it as a good omen if you see one during your race. ~ Dynamite custom design long sleeve performance T-shirts to all finishers. (Register by Sept 30th to guarantee shirt on race day) ~ Laser cut custom wood award for top two finishers and medals for third in each age group. ~ Water and sport drink on the course and a great re-hydration station at the finish featuring fruit, sport drink, popsicles, potato chips, homemade cookies and water. ~ Chip timing for 5k, 10k and ½ Marathon (Chip timing will close at Noon – course open to 2:00PM) ~ Music DJ at start and finish, and two music stations on the course to inspire participants. ~ Finishers in all races from Cass County, Niles and the Granger area will be listed in an HONOR ROLL in the appropriate newspapers. ~ Race benefits the Cass County Parks and the Dowagiac Rotary Club

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Starting Time

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