47th Annual Walpole Labor Day Road Race - At Home Edition

The 47th running of the Walpole Labor Day Road Race will be celebrated as a “virtual event” beginning August 29th – concluding on Labor Day September 7th, with runners covering the 5K or 10K distances in their own neighborhoods any time during that period. With safety always the top priority, we see an ‘At-Home’ event as the ideal option for 2020, Although it’s sad to think of a Labor Day without the over 500 race participants filling the town streets, conducting an ‘At-Home’ event will not only give runners the chance to experience the great Walpole Tradition while providing your continued financial support for the Walpole High School Cross Country and Track & Field Programs who depend on this event to finance a program for more than 200 students across three seasons.

What is a “virtual” race?
A Virtual Race is a race you can run at any location, at your pace, outside or on a treadmill, alone or with a group of friends. Train and stay active, run for a good cause and get awesome medals and swag.

Family Fun Scavenger Hunt
In lieu of our traditional Mile Fun Run, we have created a family friendly, adventurous, outdoor scavenger hunt for our younger athletes. Each participant will receive a set of clues to ONE of the FOUR courses spread throughout Walpole’s Town Forest. Each course leads the participant to a hidden treasure box with a unique item found inside. Those who register by Aug. 14th receive a free Road Race T-Shirt.
The challenge is open to all members of the registered participants family, but the prizes and T-Shirt are limited to the registered participant. 

Walpole Restaurant Series- Support Our Local Family Restaurants
We are extremely excited to announce that leading up to the race week this year, some of the amazing restaurants in our community have agreed to hold a restaurant night to help support this wonderful Walpole tradition. Week one was highly successful and we thank Rico's staff and ownership for hosting the first leg of the series.
In  Lane 2, we have the newest member of the Walpole restaurant community CRISP!! 
On Tuesday August 11 from 11:00-8:00  proceeds from their ENTIRE MENU will  go directly to the Walpole high school XC/Track programs. So makes sure your plans for Tuesday include a meal prepared by Crisp.  Walpole pride is strong, help support our wonderful family restaurants during these extremely difficult times.
http://crispizza.com/

Event Swag
This year we have commissioned a custom designed T-shirt by WHS XC/Track & Field alumnus Danielle Borelli, to be provided free to participants that pre-registered by August 14th. Along with the race T-shirt, each participant will receive a commemorative Walpole Labor Day Road Race race bib and medal. 
After August 14, only a limited number of T-Shirts will be available at a cost of $15, includes delivery. 

Entry Fee
♦  Virtual Race Registration: $25 
♦  Ages Under 14 or 65 and older: $15
♦  Family Fun Scavenger Hunt: $15

Special Offer *** Include your friends across the globe
Invite your friends to join you at the 47th Annual Walpole Labor Day Road Race - At Home Edition. If you get 5 friends to sign up using a special referral link provided in your registration confirmation email, you will receive a refund of up to $10.00 as our Thank You!

Awards
♦  10K male winner's name engraved on Herb Lewis Memorial Trophy - Trophy displays at Herb Lewis Insurance
♦  10K female winner's name engraved on John Murphy Trophy - Trophy displayed at John D. Murphy & Co.
♦  Team Awards for 5K/10K Races: (5-10) member teams - Team name engraved on Team Plaque, displayed at Walpole High School
♦  Each registered participant will receive a Walpole Labor Day Road Race medal
♦  There will not be top 3 finisher or age group awards this year.

Raffle / Silent Auction
There will not be an event raffle or silent auction this year. 

Early Bib/Swag Pick Up?
A pre-race pickup for runners to secure their registration bibs/swag is unknown at this time, but being considered. Please check back in early August for further information.

Sponsorship 
We understand many of our local sponsors have been hit hard financially by restrictions brought on by this pandemic, we request your help knowing these are difficult times for all. Your continued support is critical to the success of the WHS XC/Track program. The race committee is committed to maximize your investment towards the each student athlete's growth and development. We are also committed to recognize and reward your continued generosity in the most effective means possible. We would love to advertise your business!
Below you can review the sponsorship levels and find the appropriate level of recognition for your business. If you are interested in being one of our sponsors reach out to us at info@walpoleroadrace.org.
Donations are tax deductible: The WHS XC/Track Boosters is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (FEIN/Tax ID#: 47-4244104).

Gold Level Supporter
$500 & above cash contribution will secure a spot on the website sponsor page, your company name in the largest font on the race t-shirt provided to each registered participant, Free race t-shirts to your staff, (2) free registrations to a virtual race and the opportunity to include merchandise that advertises your business (small giveaways, coupons, magnets etc.)  in our participants' race package

Silver Level Supporter
$200-$499 cash contribution will secure a spot on the website sponsor page, your company name on the race t-shirt provided to each registered participant, (1) free registrations to a virtual race and the opportunity to include merchandise that advertises your business (small giveaways, coupons, magnets etc.)  in our participants' race package

Bronze Level Support
$50-$199 cash contribution will secure a spot on the website sponsor page. 

** Merchandise only donations are NOT being accepted due to no Raffle/Auction being held this year.

Donations are accepted by using the Blue "Donate" button or by mail.
The Walpole Road Race,
P.O. Box 174, Walpole MA 02081