Place
Bozeman, MT US 59715
Description
Friday, July 4, 2025 | 8-11am
The 18th annual Reach Race for Independence will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, with a virtual option also available. All proceeds help empower the adults with developmental disabilities we serve to lead independent, fulfilling lives.
Join us on the course through the beautiful north Bozeman trails starting at the Work Center. The trail is hard packed with a few gentle hills and a total elevation change of 40 feet. Runners will experience wetland birds and scenic mountain views. Please use these links to view the course areas:
Cherry River Trail
Glen Lake Rotary Park/East Gallatin Recreation Area
Visit our website for a route map (subject to change based on trail conditions or construction)
Start Time Info:
- In-person10K starts at 8:00 a.m.
- In-person 5K starts at 8:25 a.m.
- In-person 1K starts at 8:30 a.m.
- Virtual runners may participate in a 1K/5K/10K route of their choosing. Complete your distance anytime on July 4th, and share the results with Reach.
- No pets please.
- If the cost of registration is a hardship, please contact Jacy at 406-920-0930 for accommodations.
Packet Pick-up: 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3rd and 6:45-8a.m. on Friday, July 4th at the Reach Work Center (322 Gallatin Park Drive).
Tee-shirts: Short-sleeved t-shirts available to both runners and non-runners on a first come, first served basis for $15.
Medals: To be awarded at the live race to top finishers in each event and age bracket.
Refreshments: Bottled water and pre-packaged snacks will be provided.
Please thank our volunteers and sponsors for their support of adults with developmental disabilities in our community. Also, thank you, for your participation! If you or someone you know is interested in supporting our event in any way, please have them contact Jacy at jwidhalm@reachinc.org or call: 406-920-0930.
Race Contact Info
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Reach Inc. Race for Independence.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Raffle Prizes
Everyone can participate and have fun with the raffle. Race participants receive one free raffle ticket with registration and tickets are available to anyone to purchase. All tickets are $1.
Raffle item list
Cash, check, and credit cards are accepted for the purchase of tickets.
If you have any questions, contact Jacy at 406-920-0930.
Raffle disclaimers: tickets will only be sold July 3 and 4, 2025; there is no limit to the number of tickets to be sold; winning tickets will be drawn at random on July 4, 2025, after all races have begun. Winning ticket numbers will be posted at the raffle table. Must be present to win and claim prize.
Thank You to Our Sponsors
Directions
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