Bridge 2 Bridge 5K/5M Run/Walk

Join us for the 8th Annual Bridge 2 Bridge 5K/10K Run/Walk   "NEW" Starting this Year! 10K RaceDate: August 19, 2023 (Saturday)Pre-Race/Walk Ceremony & National Anthem!Both the 5K & 10K Race/Walk Start at 9:00 amThe award Ceremony Starts at 10:00 am - Custom Awards for both the 5K & 10K Events - 1st thru 3rd Place Custom Medals in all Age Divisions! Gorgeous and handsome medals for the 1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Finishers in each Age Division (10-year Increments)

The professionally chip-timed 5K Run/Walk & "NEWLY Added 10K Run/Walk" The 5K is a single loop course & the 10K is a double loop course that will begin & end in the Rafters Parking lot at Witter Field. This scenic course will take participants along the Wisconsin River, across two bridges, through the downtown area, and then back to the "Finish Line."                                                                                       

This event celebrates our beautiful community and our downtown area of Wisconsin Rapids. Proceeds from the event will benefit the SWC YMCA's Chronic Disease Program, "LIVESTRONG".                                                                                                                                  

FINISHER MEDAL                                     

Ravishing Custom Finisher Medal with Full-Color Sublimated Lanyard given to ALL Runners/Walkers that cross the Finish Line!  You have earned it!  Finisher Medals are only Guaranteed for the first 200 Registered Runners/Walkers - Don't WAIT; sign-up NOW! (Picture at the bottom of this page)

     AWARDS

Every Runner/Walker is a Champion in our eyes! - But to reward the "speedsters and gamesters," here's what we've come up with:

                                                                     Awards for both the 5K & 10K Events

Overall 1st Place Male & Female in both races will receive a "Custom Plaque" No Double Dipping on Awards.The top 3 Finishers (1st thru 3rd Place) in each Age Division for Males and Females will get a CUSTOM AWARD! CUSTOM AWARDS - Picture at the bottom of this page.13 & under                        1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female14 - 19 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female20 - 29 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female30 - 39 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female                                            40 - 49 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female50 - 59 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female60 - 69 years of age         1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female70 years of age & above  1st, 2nd & 3rd Place Both Male & Female TEK T-SHIRT

Outstanding Sport-Tek long-sleeve nice T-shirt in your bag at Packet Pick-up!

T-shirt sizes: Ladies and men's S, M, L, XL, 2XL, & 3XL that all runners & walkers will receive.

"Shirt will Show Here Soon."                                              

PLEASE NOTE -T-shirts can only be guaranteed for registrations before 8/5/2023.                                                            Quantities/sizes will be limited for those registering after this date. Any extra t-shirts available on race morning will be given on a first come-first serve basis.

BIB & T-SHIRT PICK UP   Friday, August 18th, from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. at the SWC YMCA (601 W. Grand; Wisconsin Rapids, WI 54495)  Saturday, August 19th 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in the Rafters Parking Lot at Witter Field.   RACE DAY REGISTRATION Saturday, August 19th 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. in the Rafters Parking Lot at Witter Field.\   REGISTRATION INCLUDES - What you get!      Sport-Tek long sleeve Runners/Walkers t-shirt!Custom Finisher's Medal for all Runners & Walkers!Enjoy post-event snacks & refreshments!Enjoyable MUSIC for all Runners & Walkers!"Sense of Accomplishment" & It feels phenomenal!Three Water STOPS on the courses!Race Bib # with a timing chip on the backside Results will be posted online & "Live" at the event!Your Registration Fee will benefit the SWC YMCA LIVESTRONG program and families and children who participate in SWC YMCA programs.  Thank you!   RACE TIMING

Professional Chip-Timing will be provided by TORTOISE & HARE Race Management. Participants will receive a BIB # with a timing chip affixed to the back of their Bib which should be pinned to the front of your shirt so the chip can be properly read when you cross the Starting Line at the beginning of the event and again when you cross the Finish Line at the end of the event!

"Live Results" will be posted at the event & can also be found online at www.tandhtiming.com/race-results/

 

PARKING

Anywhere at Whitter Field or a nearby side street that is properly marked, which allows you to park your vehicle legally & safely. Make sure you lock your vehicle before proceeding to the race venue. There is a lot of parking located at Whitter Field!

 

Questions & Answers

Question?: Can I register on Race Day?                                                                                                                                     

Answer: YES. Race day registration is $35.00. Come before 8:30 am, so we can check you in, assign you a Bib # and give you your goodies!

Question?: Do I get a "Finisher Medal" if I walk in the 5K or 10K?                                                                                   

Answer: YES. It does not matter if you run or walk; the minute you cross the Finish Line, you will receive your shiny, beautiful "Finisher Medal that you earned for coming out to this event.

Question?: How far is a 5K and a 10K?                                                                                                                                       

Answer: A 5K is 3.1 miles long & a 10K is 6.2 Miles long.

Question?: Will there be a bag check or a place I can store my belongings?:                                                                          

Answer: NO. It is essential to lock items in your vehicle or truck of your car. Parking and the Start/Finish line are very close.

Question?: Is there a time limit to finishing the courses?:                                                                                                           

Answer: YES. Streets must be cleared by 12 Noon. You will have plenty of time to complete the course. That will not be an issue.

Question?: Is the YMCA  a Non-Profit organization?:                                                                                                                   

Answer: YES. The YMCA and "LIVESTRONG" are 501(c) 3 Non-Profit Organizations.

Question?: What is a chip-timed event?:                                                                                                                                        

Answer: You will have a timing chip located on the back of your Bib #, which records your start time when you walk/run over the timing mat at the start of the Race/Walk, as well as when you walk/run across the Finish Line mat located at the end of the race/walk! It does not matter if you START upfront or in the back because your time does not officially start until you walk over the mat located at the Start/Finish Line mat, and your time will not STOP until you walk/run across the Finish mat located at the end of the course!

Question?: How do I get my Race/Walk stuff?:                                                                                                                             

Answer: Packet pick-up is held one day before the event AND the morning of the event. Everything you need will be in your packet. Packets may also be picked up on race day before the race starts. Avoiding the line and picking your packet up before race day is always good.

Question?: What is Double Dipping?                                                                                                                                     

Answer: If you win any Award/Medal, you may not win a 2nd Award. If you take 1st Place Overall, you will not win 1st Place in your Age Category. 

Question?: Will the event be held if it rains?                                                                                                                                    

Answer: Yes. The Race/Walk is a rain-or-shine event! All participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, such as in a raincoat or hat.