Event Description
Kings County 4-H Color Me Green 5K
Location: Burris Park 6500 Clinton Avenue Kingsburg, CA 93631
Date: Saturday, March 17, 2018
Race Time: 9:00 AM
RACE
The Color Me Green 5K Runs are five kilometer runs designed to encourage youths and community members to increase their physical activity while also having fun. During each run, participants are showered with colored dye as they pass through each marker point. This run, hosted by 4-H youth members, will be great opportunity for communities to come together and celebrate healthy living and being physically active.
Since its founding, 4-H has addressed national issuers including nutrition, fitness and safety in its programs, as well as social and emotional well-being. 4-H Healthy Living programs encompass a holistic approach that includes healthy eating habit, physical fitness, the capacity to recognize and direct emotions, and the ability to develop and maintain positive social interactions and relationships.
The California 4-H Healthy Living programs are developed and conducted by the University of California Agriculture and Natural Resources, and seek to address national issues including nutrition, physical fitness, substance abuse, safety, and social and emotional wellness.
PACKET PICK UP
UCCE Office 680 North Campus Drive Suite G. Hanford, CA 93230
Packet Pickup March 16th from 12pm to 7pm
Packet includes bib # and T-Shirt and 4-H Information
RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP & REGISTRATION
Packet Pickup and registration will be available on race day starting at 8:00 AM
DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE
8:00 AM – Registration & Packet Pick-up Opens
8:20 AM – Welcome & Announcements
9:00 AM – Race Start
TEE SHIRTS
T-Shirts guaranteed for all participants pre-registered by March 13th.
PARKING
coming soon!
PROCEEDS
The proceeds from this event will go to the Kings County 4-H
SPONSORSHIPS
Contact Cobi.Revious@co.kings.ca.us if you are interested in sponsorship opportunities.
QUICK FACTS
How long is the course?
The 5K is 3.1 miles.
Who gets a T-shirt?
Only pre-registered runners that successfully complete the registration and payment processes seven weekdays before the race are guaranteed a free race t-shirt.
Should I bring my own water?
Yes, but water will be provided on the course and at the finish line.
I will be out of town on race day and not able to participate. Can I get my money returned?
We appreciate your race registration. We are unable to issue refunds. We are not in a position to credit your credit card or issue checks.
Will the race be held if it's raining?
The race is a "rain or shine" event. All participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, such as in a rain coat or hat. Umbrellas can pose a safety hazard to others, so please do not bring them. .
Can I transfer my entry to someone else?
We have a strict NO TRANSFER policy.
