Cow Paddy Run

🏃‍♀️ Cow Paddy Run Overview

• Event Date: May 3, 2025
• Location: Gulley Park, Fayetteville, AR
• Race Options: 5K for adults and older kids, 1K Fun Run for little ones
• Tradition: No real cow paddies to avoid: the name is part of the event's charm!

🎉 Focus on Health and Fun

• The Spark Foundation: Producing the Cow Paddy Run to promote active, healthy lifestyles.
• Pay-Your-Age Program: Available for runners aged 5-12.
• Funds Support: Physical education in local schools via the school participation prize.
• Runner Perks: Chip time, participant shirt, and finisher’s medal for all.

🏆 Awards and Participation

• Focus on Fun: No overall or age group awards—just the joy of running!
• Participation Prize: Open to both elementary and middle schools in Fayetteville.
• Prize Money: 1st Place — $2,000, 2nd Place — $1,000, 3rd Place — $500.
• Mighty Moovers Award: $500 participation award for schools with fewer than 350 students.

📍 Race Course Maps

• 5K Course: Check the 5K Strava Map: it features varied terrain.
• 1K Course: Review the 1K Strava Map: also on varied terrain.
• Participants: Parents are encouraged to run with their children!
• Safety Measures: Directional signs, volunteers, soft-closed roads, and aid station provided.

📝 Registration and T-Shirt Information

• Registration Deadline: To guarantee a T-shirt in your desired size, register by April 10, 2025.
• Extra Shirts: Limited availability on race day if registered after April 10.
• Contact for Scholarships: Email director@:mysparkfoundation.org for details.
• Thank You: All proceeds benefit The Spark Foundation.

🌟 About The Spark Foundation

• Mission: To create a positive impact in the community by increasing access to health and fitness education.
• Community Involvement: Join us in promoting healthy lifestyles for all ages and abilities.
• More Information: Visit www.mysparkfoundation.org for details about the foundation and other races.