The first day of the Healthy Kids Running Series will take place 4:30 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 16, at the Clarion County Park. Children ages 2 to 14, of all abilities, are able to participate in the program.
Children ages 2-3 are to run the 50-yard dash. Children ages 4-5 are to run the 75-yard dash. Grades K and 1 are to run the 1/4-mile race. Grades 2 and 3 are to run the 1/2-mile race. Grades 4 through 8 are to run the 1-mile race.
Kids will compete each week to earn points. At the end of the series, the top boy and girl with the most points in their respective age division will earn a trophy.
All participants receive a finishers medal and Healthy Kids Running Series shirt for their achievements.
The dates of the following races are Sept. 23 and 30, and Oct. 7 and 14. Those who wish the register must do so at www.healthykidsrunningseries.org.
The registration fee is $35. It covers all five races. Participants are to arrive an hour before the race begins.