89er 5K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

• Host: The 89er 5K is hosted by the cadets in the '89er Battalion, Guthrie High School JROTC.
• History: The Guthrie JROTC program is the first JROTC program in the State of Oklahoma, dating back to 1935.
• Participation: We encourage competitive runners, recreational runners as well as walkers: walk your dog, push a stroller or simply enjoy the fellowship of your friends and neighbors.
• Purpose: This is a community fundraising event for the students and the proceeds will support educational and leadership training opportunities for the students in JROTC. A portion of the proceeds will support Veteran organizations and charities.

📍 Location

• Start/Finish Line: The Start / Finish line is at Honor Park in Downtown Guthrie, near 301 West Harrison Avenue across from the Oklahoma Publishing Museum.
• USAT Certification: OK24012MU
• Parking Notice: Harrison is closed at Division street. Turn west on Vilas to 2d or 3d street for parking.
• Alternate Parking: Park along Harrison Ave. west of 2d street, or on 3d street.

🏆 Awards

• Categories: Trophies for the top male & female in the following age categories:
• Age Groups: 18 & Under, 19 - 35, 36 - 49, 50 & Up.
• Pricing Note: This event is age-based. You will see adjusted pricing at the end of registration.
• Race Pricing: 5 & Under = Free, 6 - 18 = $10, 19 & Up - $20.

🎉 Event Details

• Concurrent Events: This 5K will be held in conjunction with Guthrie's '89er day parade and celebration.
• Attractions: Come out for the parade, carnival, food trucks, and MORE!!
• Historical Significance: Oklahoma's '89er Day Celebration is an annual April event commemorating Oklahoma's first land run on April 22, 1889.
• Inaugural Celebration: The City of Guthrie, site of much of the Land Run's initial settlement and the first Territorial Capital, held the inaugural '89er Day Celebration on the famous land opening's first anniversary.

🌩️ Severe Weather Policy

• Weather Tracking: Weather forecasts are tracked before the race for heavy rain, thunder and lightning, high winds, etc.
• Communication: If there is a possibility of threatening weather, information will be posted on the Guthrie JROTC Facebook Page and other event social media pages to alert participants of possible course changes.
• No Refunds: No Refunds will be given if the event is cancelled due to severe weather.

🔗 Registration Link

For more information and to register, visit the 89er 5K registration page.