Newman Freedom Festival 5K Walk, Run, & Biathlon

Newman Freedom Festival 5K Walk, Run, & Biathlon Newman Freedom Festival 5K Run, Walk, & Biathlon

www.newmanrace.net Race will start at 7:30AM with check in from 6:00 – 7:15 AM.

2016 will mark the 8th year for the annual 5K and Biathlon, held in conjunction with the Newman Freedom Festival on 6/18-16. This year's race will benefit the Shiner's Hospital through the Edgar County Shriners. Race events consist of a 5K, (run or walk), done individually, or a Biathlon, (5K run and 15 mile bike leg) done individually, or the Biathlon can be done as a team event. Teams would consist of two members, one doing the 5K run and one completing bike course. Teams can consist of any combination of age and gender. There will again be a local resident category, defined as having a residential 61942 zip code. Awards will be given to all top finishers, including the local resident category. The 5K and bike course will be the same as in 2012. This course will be very smooth and very fast. The even it GPS times by

Race organizers are working hard to enhance the image of the race and increase participation. All participants will be entered into a free, post-race raffle. Raffle prizes include $50.00 Dick’s Sporting Goods Gift Cards, $50.00 Gas Cards, RoadID Gift Certificates, and more! All participants will receive a 2013 Finisher Medal. There will be free post race food and drink. And finally, all participants who register by early entry deadline will receive free “DRI-FIT” T-shirt. Participation is the key to keeping this event successful! Brochures and flyers are available at local merchants, and feel free to pick up several and pass them on to anyone who may be interested. For additional brochures, mail in registration forms, or if you have questions, email: newmanfreedomfestivalrun@yahoo.com
For online registration, go to:
https://newman.proeventreg.com/Freedom

Early entry deadline is June 5th,2016! Entries must be in by then to guarantee Dri-Fit T-shirt and avoid the late registration fee. Race day entries will be accepted, but with no guarantee of T-shirt. Race date is 6/18/16, so get out your running shoes, pull out the bicycle, and get ready for a great event that supports a worthy cause!

LAST CALL FOR EARLY REGISTRATION! Register by midnight tonight (6/6) to guarantee a dri-fit t-shirt. We're looking forwa...
06/06/2018

LAST CALL FOR EARLY REGISTRATION! Register by midnight tonight (6/6) to guarantee a dri-fit t-shirt. We're looking forward to seeing everyone next Saturday, June 16th. Come out and help us support the children and families of St. Jude!

05/06/2018

What a beautiful day it has been! We hope you were outside enjoying it. Have you signed up for the 2018 race? June 16th will be here before you know it! You can access online registration through our website. Fingers crossed for weather as perfect as today!

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Registration is up and going! Go to our website, www.newmanrace.net for more information. June 16th will be here before...
04/15/2018

Registration is up and going! Go to our website, www.newmanrace.net for more information. June 16th will be here before you know it!

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07/11/2017
06/02/2017

What beautiful weather we are having! Makes you want to get out to run and ride! Don't forget to sign up before this Wednesday (6/7) to guarantee your t-shirt.

This year's race will benefit BETH'S Place, a domestic violence shelter serving Douglas County and beyond.

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05/31/2017

The early registration deadline is one week from today, Wednesday, June 7th. Head on over to our website and get registered by then to guarantee your t-shirt! 17 days until race day!!

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04/24/2017

Registration is well under way for this year's event scheduled for Saturday, June 17th. We are happy to be supporting BETHS Place, a domestic violence shelter serving Douglas County and beyond. Be sure to check out our website, www.newmanrace.net to get all the latest information and to register online.

We're counting down the days until we see you in Newman!

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How did you do?? Be sure to go to www.splitmastertiming.com for all the race times and results.
06/25/2016

How did you do?? Be sure to go to www.splitmastertiming.com for all the race times and results.

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06/23/2016

Pictures were just posted from the race. There are several good ones taken with the drone and others out on the course. Feel free to tag yourself or other people you may know.

06/23/2016
06/19/2016

WHAT A WONDERFUL RACE DAY! And for a great cause, the Edgar County Shrine Club!

Thank you to EVERYONE that made our race a part of their day. Whether you volunteered, participated or cheered on from the sidelines, your presence was noticed and appreciated. We think the start/finish location and 5k course changes were well received and look forward to reading your feedback in the days to come. Be looking for a follow up email for those that participated.

🏃🚴 SEE YOU NEXT YEAR!!

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