Events
Description
Join the fight against cancer and participate in the Corewell Health Wheatlake Wellness Walk and 5K on Saturday, May 18, 2024.
We are excited to announce planning is underway for an in-person event this year! A virtual race option will also be available.
Registration includes:
- 2024 Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K race shirt
- Participants who pre-register by April 24 are guaranteed to receive a shirt.
Registrations after can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last.
- Virtual Run/Walk option
- Timed 5K race with medals with top male and female finisher medals in age categories of
- 19 and younger
- 20 to 24
- 25 to 29
- 30 to 34
- 35 to 39
- 40 to 44
- 45 to 49
- 50 to 54
- 55 to 59
- 60 to 64
- 65 to 69
- 70 and up
- Pride knowing that you are supporting local patients fighting cancer
The following guidelines will be implemented for the safety of participants, volunteers and event staff:
- Open start line - your chip time starts when you start the race
- Results - posted online only
- No awards ceremony; top placers can pick up medals immediately after the race
- Children are allowed to participate with registered adults (strollers allowed).
The race is professionally timed by the Michigan Running Foundation.
T-shirt
Participants who pre-register by April 24 are guaranteed to receive a shirt. Registrations after 4/24 can choose from extra shirts during packet-pick up while supplies last. Shirts are available in size Adult XS thru 3XL.
5K Run - Timed
5K Race: $35
Run Registration: 8:30 a.m.
Run Start: 9:30 a.m.
Timed 5K race with medals with top male and female finisher medals in age categories of 19 and younger, 20 to 24, 25 to 29, 30 to 34, 35 to 39, 40 to 44, 45 to 49, 50 to 54, 55 to 59, 60 to 64, 65 to 69, 70 and up.
5K Wellness Walk
5K Wellness Walk: $30
Walk Registration: 8:30 a.m.
Walk Start: 9:30 a.m. (Walk will begin immediately after runners)
Packet Pick Up and Late Registration
Friday, May 17, 2024
12 - 5:30 p.m.
Big Rapids Hospital Professional Office Building
705 Oak Street Ste 5, DOOR A
Big Rapids, MI 49307
Saturday, May 18, 2024
8 - 9 a.m.
Big Rapids Bandshell (behind Big Rapids Middle School)
500 N Warren Ave.
Big Rapids, MI US 49307
2024 5K ROUTE
The 5K route will start and end at the Bandshell behind Big Rapids Middle School. The path will head north along the beautiful Riverwalk trail and circle back. The route is primarily flat and handicap accessible.
Strollers and wheelchairs are welcome.
Virtual 5K Run/Walk
A virtual event is an opportunity for you to support cancer care while on your individual schedule and avoid large crowds. Participants may choose a convenient time during daylight hours before Sunday, May 19, 2024 to run or walk anywhere in the world.
You do not need to submit a time. A virtual race encourages you to run at your own pace by running, jogging or walking.
We look forward to seeing your Wheatlake 5K Run/Walk experiences with your friends, kids or furry race partners!
Your participation supports local patients fighting cancer
Race proceeds will benefit the Susan P. Wheatlake Cancer and Wellness Fund, an endowment of the Corewell Health Foundation Big Rapids & Reed City Hospitals. The fund provides resources, programming and services that directly impact cancer patients and their families in our region.
The Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center is a comprehensive regional treatment facility bringing together the full range of services for patients and families on their cancer journey. The cancer center features a Wellness Center, which includes a library, boutique, gift shop and an integrative therapy room. Patients can borrow educational materials from the center and also receive free massages and integrative therapy services. The center hosts support groups and educational sessions to assist patients on the road to recovery. All wellness services are provided FREE OF CHARGE thanks to generous donations to the Wellness Fund.
Become a Sponsor
Consider sponsoring the Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K
Partner with us as a sponsor for this meaningful event that supports cancer care for over 12 northwestern Michigan counties. We welcome teams to participate in the event as part of their workplace wellness program and/or to show their support for our cancer patients.
Employee group discounts or matching donation discounts are available.
Your sponsorship will provide resources and Wellness Center services to patients at the Susan P. Wheatlake Regional Cancer Center in Reed City such as gas cards to ensure they can travel to their treatments, free appointments in our on-site boutique such as wig fittings and bra fittings and free integrative therapies such as massage and reflexology to aid their recovery.
Make cancer and wellness services available for your family, friends and neighbors by supporting the Wheatlake Wellness Walk & 5K.
Varying levels of sponsorships are available.
Contact 866-989-7999 for more information.
Race Contact Info
Place
500 N Warren Ave.
Big Rapids, MI US 49307
Race Participant Survey
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