12th Annual Fishcreek Raccoon Run

🎉 Race Overview

Get excited—It is that time of year—and this year it is the 12 anniversary! Put away those snow boots and get out those running shoes! The 12th Annual Fishcreek Raccoon Run will be held on Sunday, April 28th, 2024 and will consist of a 5K and 1-mile Fun Run centered through the neighborhoods of Fishcreek Elementary School. There will also be a virtual option for those who prefer to run virtually, or those who can not join us on the 28th—near and far!

🏃‍♂️ Purpose of the Event

• Health Promotion: The Raccoon Run promotes the health and wellness of the district’s students and the community as a whole.
• Support for Students: The event supports the students of Fishcreek Elementary.
• Live Event: Everyone knows and loves this event, and it is LIVE for the kids, getting us all back to some normalcy.
• Community Event: This is our 12th annual year holding this community event in person.

👕 What You Get

• Tshirt & Sponsor Packet: Each registrant will receive a Tshirt and sponsor packet! (guaranteed shirt if you sign up by FRIDAY, APRIL 5th, 2024)
• Finishers Medal: All 5K finishers (including virtual 5K participants) will receive a finishers medal!
• Strollers Welcome: Strollers are welcomed!
• Additional Swag: There will be additional Fishcreek Raccoon Run swag items for sale (stress balls, water bottles, chip clips, etc.) during packet pick up!

📦 Packet Pick Up Details

• Date: Packet pick up will be on Friday, April 26th, 2024 at Heritage Barn.
• Race Day Pickup: Race day packet pickup will be very limited - please do your best to pick up prior to race day.
• Packet Pickup Time: RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL BE AVAILABLE 6:45-7:30AM.
• Registration Closure: RACE DAY REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE AT 7:45AM.

🎟️ Raffle and Extras

• Raffle Baskets: We have a variety of raffle items! Tickets will be available for purchase during Packet Pick up.
• Swag Sales: There will be additional Fishcreek Raccoon Run swag items for sale on race day!
• Thank You: THANKS SO MUCH FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!! WE CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOU THIS YEAR!
• Contact: Please Email any questions to fishcreekraccoonrun@gmail.com.

📍 Race Day Details

The start line of the race is located at 5238 Young Road, Stow, Ohio 44224 (Heritage Barn). Parking will be available off the STOW ROAD ENTRANCE ONLY! Take the road past Bow Wow Beach and SOAR Playground and keep going around past the baseball fields to the parking lot. (If using GPS, put in BOW WOW BEACH address—signs and arrows will direct you from there). The Young Road entrance will be closed to all traffic all morning long!

⏰ Race Schedule

• 1 Mile Fun Run: Fun Run starts at 8am!
• 5K: 5K starts at 8:30am for all 5K runners!
• Water Stop: A water stop will be available at Fishcreek Elementary School between miles 1 and 2 for racers.
• Finish Line: Upon completing your race, finishers can pick up your 5K medal at the finish line!

📅 Event Location

Heritage Barn
5238 Young Road
Stow, OH 44224

🔗 More Information

For more details, visit the official race page: Fishcreek Raccoon Run.