The children’s fun runs are held as part of the annual Family Fitness Weekend. The runs take place in Forest Park and feature four different events for children ranging in age from a toddler, who maneuvers the short carpeted course with a crawl or quick burst of energy to the awaiting arms of a parent, to children aged 2-10 years-of-age, who compete in either a 50-yard dash, 100 yard dash or half mile run. The excitement of these young participant’s faces as they compete is inspiring and for some is the start line for a lifetime of fitness commitment.

Traditionally close to 300 children participate in one of the four different distances. Each child receives an event t-shirt and commemorative finisher’s medal to celebrate their accomplishment.

Next Year
Date: April 18, 2009
Location: Cricket Field in Forest Park

Events:
< 2 years old: Diaper Dash
2 - 4 years old: 50 yard Dash
5 - 6 years old: 100 yard Dash
7 - 10 years old: ½ mile Run