SouthArk Outdoor Expo Hero 5k Run/Walk Run for the Heroes
Place
El Dorado Conference Center
300 South West Avenue
El Dorado, AR US 71730
300 South West Avenue
El Dorado, AR US 71730
Description
SouthArk Outdoor Expo Hero 5k Run/Walk Run for the Heroes
Sponsored by South Arkansas Regional Hospital
in collaboration with UAMS Health
Real heroes, ordinary people, extraordinary courage.
The SouthArk Outdoor Expo will once again host the Hero 5k Run/Walk sponsored by South Arkansas Regional Hospital. Runners and walkers of all ages, abilities, and experience levels are encouraged to come out and participate in a supportive and fun 5K event that honors our military and first responders.
This race honors our local courageous heroes – healthcare professionals, military personnel, and first responders. Its purpose is to raise awareness of the sacrifices made daily by these heroes and to unite in their honor. The community is invited to honor our hometown heroes and those who have served in the military while paying tribute to the heroes of today who are working on our frontlines.
The Hero 5k Ran/Walk grew in memory of Major Ronald Wayne Culver, who died in Iraq on May 24th, 2010. Major Culver served multiple combat deployments throughout his military career and served on countless programs and organizations in our local community. He was a true American hero who courageously sacrificed his life for our country.
This race also honors Leslie Darden, a hero & inspiration to so many in the racing world. She pushed people to be the best they could be through her steadfast encouragement, uplifting cheers, and empowering guidance! Leslie was an alumna of SouthArk and worked in the healthcare industry for 12 years.
It is an honor for us to recognize the courageous spirit of all of our hometown heroes including healthcare professionals, firefighters, military, and law enforcement who serve and protect our community! We wish to raise awareness of the sacrifices made daily by these heroes and unite to honor all those who have stepped up to earn the title of HERO.
For additional details and to register to participate in the Hero Run/Walk, go to www.southarkexpo.com/contests/hero-5k-run-walk
Date - Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Location – South Arkansas Community College – El Dorado Conference and Student Center
El Dorado, Arkansas
Packet Pickup:
Friday, September 6, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. - El Dorado Conference Center, Enter West Foyer at 300 South West Ave., Cypress Breakout Room, across from the Bistro, or on Saturday, September 7, @ start location
Saturday, September 7, 2024 – Race Day
• 6:15-7:15 a.m. Race day registration and packet will be available @ start location
• 7:30 a.m. Start time @ the corner of E. Cedar St. and S. Jefferson Ave.
• 8:30 a.m. Award Ceremony @ the Main Stage
• Pre-registration by Wednesday, August 28, is $30, 8:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
• Registration after Wednesday, August 28, is $35.
• Runner Division age groups: 70+,60-69, 55-59, 50-54, 45-49, 40-44, 35-39, 30-34, 25-29, 20-24, 15-19, 10-14, 0-9
• Walker Division: All walkers, regardless of age and gender, are considered one division.
T-Shirts
• Must register by Friday, August 30th, to guarantee a race shirt.
Sizes Available: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL
Route
• Start at Corner of E. Cedar St. and S. Jefferson Ave. – Proceed North on S. Jefferson Ave. – Turn left onto Griffith St. – Turn left onto Mall parking lot/access road – Turn left onto E. 13th St. – Turn right onto N. Jefferson Ave. – Finish at E. Cedar St. and S. Jefferson Ave.
Awards - 5k Runners
• $100 cash prize and award to first place overall male and female
• First place overall male and female will not receive age division awards
• Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers in each age and gender division
Race Swag
• All registered runners will receive a swag bag including a commemorative performance t-shirt, official race bib, athletic race goodies, and much more!
Inclement Weather Policy
The race will go on regardless of precipitation. In the event that weather conditions present an imminent danger to participants, the race will be canceled. No refunds will be given.
• Due to reasons beyond our control, it may become necessary to change some of the event locations, start times, etc. Please visit the race website periodically to check for any updates: www.southarkexpo.com or https://runsignup.com/Race/AR/ElDorado/MajorRonaldWayneCulverHero5kWalk
For more information, contact the SouthArk Foundation office at Foundation@southark.edu or 870.864.7130
Course Map
Race starts at 113 E. Cedar Street, El Dorado, AR 71730
Printable entry form
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Parking Map
We are excited to offer special parking for our Hero 5K runners. Hero 5K Runners’ Parking can be found at the corner of East Locust
and South Hill Street (in the parking area near the MAD Amphitheater) indicated by yellow below. Runners may also park on W Block
St. adjacent to the SouthArk Community College Library and in the Health Science Center parking lot at Wesson and Summit.
Click the icon below to download the attached PDF.
Race Contact Info
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Directions
Race Participant Survey
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