By: Ariana Rojak, Laila Schwin, and Aiden Nelson
January 12, 2021
Are you looking for a way to support the scenic and beautiful Cleveland Metroparks? Or maybe, you just want some exercise? Well, you can do both in the Cleveland Metroparks Virtual Centennial Trail 5K event that is going on now.
This virtual 5K is a socially-distanced/isolated event that gives you all the fun and support of running without the risk of getting covid.
When initially signing up, you have to pay $15 to reserve a spot. Then, you get to pick from walking, jogging, sprinting, or running the 5K. At the completion of this, you will receive hot chocolate and a medal that can be picked up at Merlin’s Wharf, which is near the trail that you take for the event.
This virtual 5K benefits the Cleveland Metroparks, specifically in the trails fund.
While most of the dates for this event have already passed, you still have the opportunity to sign up for January 13, 14, and 18. It is recommended that you sign up at least a couple of days in advance to ensure that you receive an available time that fits your schedule. The times are between 6:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on those selected dates.
All scheduling can be done through the events page on the Cleveland Metroparks Website.
A waiver must be signed in advance in order to participate.
Also, because this event is socially-distanced, it gives you an amazing chance to take a moment and view the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks and to see exactly where the contributions go towards. By signing up, you have the option to run either the suggested course or any trail of proper distance within the Metroparks, so the possibilities, experiences, and views are countless and there for the taking.
We hope that everyone is staying healthy, and if you participate in this event, enjoy it to the fullest extent because the Cleveland Metroparks is available for all.
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