Cow Paddy Run

🏃‍♂️ Cow Paddy Run Overview

• Date: 2025-05-03
• Location: Gulley Park, Fayetteville, AR
• Events: 5K for adults and older kids, and a 1K Fun Run for younger children.
• Tradition: The name is part of the race's tradition, with no real cow paddies to avoid.

🌟 Race Mission

• Focus: Help students and families build habits for an active, healthy lifestyle.
• Pay-Your-Age Program: Available for runners aged 5-12, supporting local physical education.
• Participant Benefits: All runners receive chip timing, a participant shirt, and a finisher's medal.
• Atmosphere: The focus is on a fun, family-friendly environment rather than awards.

🗺️ 5K Course Details

• Course Map: 5K Strava Map
• Terrain: The course includes paved and grass loops: preparation for varied terrain is encouraged.
• Safety Measures: Directional signs, volunteers at turns, traffic soft closures, and an aid station available.
• Parental Guidance: Parents are encouraged to run alongside their children for safety.

👦👧 1K Course Details

• Course Map: 1K Strava Map
• Encouragement: Parents are also encouraged to run with their child for this event.
• Terrain: The course consists of paved loops and grass: prepare children for the varied surfaces.

🏆 School Participation Prize

• Eligible Schools: Both elementary and middle schools in Fayetteville.
• Prize Structure: 1st Place — $2,000, 2nd Place — $1,000, 3rd Place — $500.
• Mighty Moovers Award: $500 for the school with fewer than 350 students with the most participants.
• Encouragement: Students, teachers, and families should select their school for participation.

💲 Scholarships and Accessibility

• Affordability: Scholarships are available to ensure race fees are not a barrier.
• Contact: For more information on scholarships, email director@mysparkfoundation.org.
• Registration Requirement: Register by April 10th, 2025, to guarantee a race T-shirt.
• Extra Shirts: Limited extra T-shirts will be available on race day.

❤️ Community Impact

• Beneficiary: Proceeds benefit The Spark Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to health and fitness education.
• Mission: Aiming to create a positive impact by making health and fitness opportunities accessible.
• More Information: Additional details can be found at www.mysparkfoundation.org.

🔗 Event Link

• Registration: Register for the Cow Paddy Run at this link.