Run Clark Lake takes center stage Saturday morning, August 3rd. This major community event is widely recognized in the world of running. Nearly a thousand gather annually to compete in the 5k, 12k, 5k Walk, and 3/4k Kids Run. The Run starts a big weekend at Clark Lake. It’s followed by Freedom Fireworks in the evening, and Raft-O-Rama on Sunday.
In addition to runners and walkers from elsewhere, Clark Lakers join in. Here are up to date details.
You can click here to download the entry form, fill out a form online by clicking here or pick one up at locations around the lake.
Run Clark Lake Director Pat Dwyer tells how it grew over 49 years. The Clark Lake 7 was the starting point. Along the way many athletes trained, succeeded, and won honors as they passed the finish line. At the awards ceremony, top performers receive their trophies, prizes, as their names are recorded in permanent record. Whether or not they won an accolade, many hold cherish this unforgettable life experience. Here are record holders.
Check out last years event in this video.
What were things like at the finish line?
Runners were supported by a strong fan base. In this slide show, you’ll see fans in the stands and competitors either before or after their run.
After the races, winners receive their accolades.
Over the years, Run Clark Lake has made a big difference. Pat Dwyer was one of the Spirit Trail founders, and funds raised from this run help support the Trail. The Trail requires not only the love of unpaid volunteers, but at times, hiring third-parties for major maintenance and construction projects. Two sections were repaved this year – the former railroad bed that runs parallel to Hyde Road, and through the County Park at the east end.
