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Kokopelli Kids Summer Running Program


Land Sharks Running Club

Kokopelli Kids Trail Running Series
Proudly Presented By:


Boulder Running Company       Rainsberger Wealth Advisors



2012 Event Details

The Kokopelli Kids Trail Running Series is designed to introduce children pre-school through 8th grade to the sport of trail running in a fun, challenging and rewarding environment. Kids will learn how to run on the trails, they will learn to pace themselves and they will learn that running can be fun and rewarding. Running is no longer a form of punishment!

The Series will kick off with a clinic hosted by 1985 Boston Marathon Champion - Lisa Rainsberger. Lisa will go over training tips, nutritional ideas, pacing and the importance of quality running shoes. The Kick Off will take place at the Boulder Running Company Wednesday, May 2th at 6:00 pm. Discounts on running shoes and equipment will be offered. We will go over the details of the Series and kids will be encouraged to ask questions! This clinic is optional. Parents and/or kids who register for the race and who purchase running shoes at Boulder Running Company on May 4th will receive a $5.00 discount off the Series cost.

Participants receive 100% cotton t-shirt, finishers ribbon, refreshments, and at the series final participants will receive hot pizza and beverages sponsored by Old Chicago Pizzeria. Each event will be timed by Dave Sorensen of the Pikes Peak Road Runners and race results will be posted on the event website www.KokopelliKids.com following each event. Participants finishing in the top 3 in each age group at the series final will receive custom trophies. Participants must run all three races to be eligible for these trophies.





Event Dates and Times
Wednesday May 2th - 6:00 pm - Pre-Race Clinic and Registration at Boulder Running Company (Located at 3659 Austin Bluffs Parkway, #278-35350)
Friday May 4th 5:30 pm - Trail Running Race (Bear Creek Park - located just east of the public gardens)
Friday May 11th 5:30 pm - Trail Running Race (Bear Creek Park)
Friday May 18th 5:30 pm - Trail Running Race (Bear Creek Park)


Age Groups / Race Distances / Awards
Pre-school: .50 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd (*new distance)
Kindergarten: .50 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd (*new distance)
1st & 2nd Grade: .50 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd
3rd & 4th Grade: 1.25 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd
5th & 6th Grade: 1.65 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd
7th & 8th Grade: 1.65 mile trail run - Boys/Girls 1st-3rd


Directions to Bear Creek Park
Coming from the North: Take 1-25 to hwy. 24 West. Follow hwy. 24 to 21st St. Head south onto 21st St. until Rio Grade St. Go East (left) onto Rio Grande ¼ mile to the entrance of Bear Creek Park on the right. Follow the signs into Bear Creek Park and follow the signs and volunteer will direct you where to park.
Coming from the South: Take Cheyenne Road head west to Cresta. Head north (right) onto Cresta and follow Cresta at which point the road changes names to 21st Street. Follow 21st St. to Rio Grande Go east (right) onto Rio Grande ¼ mile to the entrance of Bear Creek Park on the right. Follow the signs into Bear Creek Park and follow the signs and volunteer will direct you where to park. Arrive early!



Registration
Participants who wish to run the Series can register at www.Active.com, www.Raceit.com or print off an entry form from the event web site at www.KokopelliKids.com and mail it along with your payment made payable to Rainsberger Athletics, 175 Ellsworth Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80906.

If you wish to run only one or two of the events you may only register by mail or the day of the event. Only those planning to run all three races at either location are able to register through www.Active.com or www.Raceit.com.


Cost
Early Entry Fee (Jan 1st - April 1st):
$40.00 Series, includes race T-shirt ($5.00 discount for each additional child from the same family)
$16.00 Individual race, includes race T-shirt

Regular Entry Fee (Apr 2nd - May 18th):
$42.00 Series, includes race T-shirt ($5.00 discount for each additional child from the same family)
$18.00 Individual race, includes race T-shirt
$20.00 Pre-order Grey Race Hoodie/Sweatshirt


Interested in Volunteering or more information?
Contact Lisa Rainsberger at: (719)-337-2737
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