The Weekend Warrior Runfest is a Country Music themed race that takes place in scenic River Bends Park located in Shelby Township MI. The race is sponsored by Ameriprise Financial and Visit East MI.
Runners will traverse the historic park grounds on a paved path that is part of Michigan’s Iron Belle Trail. This historic park was once the horse ranch of the World Heavy Weight Boxing Champion Joe Louis and later served as a NIKE Missile Base during the Cold War. Sections of the trail were also used by runaway slaves seeking freedom on the historic Underground Railroad (just west of the bridge over the river). The Clinton River winds thru this park and over the years it has carved out some on the most scenic landscape in South East MI. The 10K and 13.1 Mile course is a must-see and runs along side of the former Clinton-Kalamazoo Canal! Not to be out done, the 5K and the Champs Mile will also cross the bridge over the river and challenge you with a vertical climb up to the plateau where the Champ once owned a home known as the Spring Hill Farm (near the sporting clay and archery range).
Country music provide by Wyatt Hood and Eastside Willy. Sanctioned by USA Track and Field. Course is paved and stroller friendly.
13.1 Mile Half Marathon (double loop) 4 Hour time limit.
10K Run / Walk (single loop)
5K Run / Walk (half a loop)
1 Mile Fun Run / Walk (out and back)
Runners receive a short sleeve technical running shirt with a combination of the following color scheme – White, Texas Orange and Black, a custom participant medal and finish line snacks.
Alcohol is allowed in the park for those over the age of 21 but will not be served by the event organizer. Tailgating with friends after the race is permitted as long as ALL park rules are followed. Bring your favorite beverage and celebrate after the race with local Country Music Artist. The Weekend Warrior Runfest is the perfect race to enjoy Indian Summer in Michigan.
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