Event Description
On Saturday, November 9th, 2019 the Middleburg American Legion Post 295 and Boy Scout Troop 2950 are holding the “Rally ‘round the Flag” 5-K Run. The purpose is to raise funds for the Post, the Scout Troop and for our Scholarship and Needy Veterans Fund. The success of this event relies on the support of our local citizens and businesses.
The “Rally ‘round the Flag” 5-K Run kicks off at 8:30 a.m. for the 5K for runners and walkers, The charge for the event is $25 and includes a tee-shirt and a numbered racing bib. The Boy Scouts will be serving a breakfast to the veterans. The breakfast at the American Legion’s Patriot’s Hall is optional for all the runners and non-participants A modest donation for the breakfast is appreciated. There will be an Awards Ceremony hosted by our own Sgt. Rob Jones, (USMC Ret.) for the 5K at the end of the race. Other prizes and drawings will occur at Patriot’s Hall after the race.
Middleburg 5K Course
The Middleburg 5K course will take you though some incredible scenery on the campus of The Hill School in the heart of Middleburg. The race begins and ends next to the athletic fields. Runners will head west from the starting line on the road, then turn onto the gravel path around the outdoor science center, pond and fields. A small portion of the route is grass between the amphitheater and the Flagpole. On your second lap you will head west to the fields and back to the road to the finish line right where you started. See the map below.
Events
The 5K is for all runners, joggers and walkers.
Dogs (on leashes) and strollers are welcome on the route.
Race Day Schedule: November 9, 2019
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup- 7:30 to 8:15am
5K begins - 8:30am
Awards Ceremony at the American Legion Patriots Hall – 9:45am
How to Get There, Where to Park
The Hill School is located at:
130 S. Madison Street
Middleburg, VA 20117
The entrance to the school off The Plains Road will be closed, please use the entrance off Madison Street only. The start and finish line is behind The Hill School – near the athletic fields.
Parking is available at the school.
Registration
On-line will be available through November 8th for $25.00.
Race day registration will be $30.00.
Race Packet Pick Up
Packets will be available for pick up on race day at The Hill School
Race Day Perks
5K Run T-Shirts are guaranteed for all runners who register before November 1st, 2019. After that date, availability is not guaranteed but available while supplies last.
Shirts come in adult and youth sizes
Refreshments for all runners and supporters after the 5K
Awards for the top male and female finisher and 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female in each age category.
