Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills

🏃 Pawtuxet River 5k: Run of the Mills!

Please join us Saturday, November 1, for a family-friendly 5k walk, run, roll, or stroll along the banks of the Pawtuxet River! Featuring 3 trestle bridges along the Coventry Greenway, a rail trail known as the Washington-Secondary bike path, enjoy views of the river, two majestic mills, and a jog through Anthony Historic District, on the National Register of Historic Places.

🍂 Scenic Experience

• Starting Line: Feel the crisp autumn air at the starting line by Rice Memorial Field.
• Beautiful Views: Take in beautiful foliage as the morning fog slowly rises off the still water of the pond.
• Landmarks: Experience the water rushing over the dams at Laurel Ave and Clariant Falls.
• Location: Celebrate in the historic village of Anthony, just minutes from Route 95.

🌍 Benefiting a Cause

All proceeds benefit the Pawtuxet River Authority and Watershed Council, which has been protecting, conserving, and restoring the Pawtuxet River and its watershed for over 50 years! We are a non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization serving Cranston, Coventry, Scituate, Warwick, and West Warwick where the mainstem, south, and north branches of the Pawtuxet River flows. Our mission is to enhance water quality and wildlife habitats: create opportunities for public passive recreation: and promote the environmental, cultural and historic significance of the Pawtuxet River and its watershed.

🎟️ Race Details

• Bib Pickup: Bib pick up will take place at Rice Field from 7am to 7:45am.
• Race Start: The race will start promptly at 8am on Knotty Oak Rd., adjacent to Rice Field, in Coventry, RI.
• Course Map: Please see the course map below.
• Awards: Awards for Top Male and Female Runners will be given (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place - TBD).

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the Pawtuxet River 5k official page.