Drug-Free Dash: april 12, 2025
location
Begins and ends just north of the Gail Borden Library (270 N. Grove Avenue) on the Fox River Trail. A water stop will be available at the turn-around point near the Trail and Cedar Avenue. The course is relatively flat with a few short inclines.
Free parking in the northeastern section of the library and restrooms in the building.
price structure
$5 for walkers/runners’ age 20 and under
$35 for runners’ adults 21 & up
$20 for walkers' 21 & up
Adults: run/walk with your children!
ALL registrants receive a t-shirt at the start & finisher medal at the end!
Registration online by 11:59 PM April 11. There is NO REGISTRATION on race day morning.
Pre-race day packet pick up as well as in-person registration will be available on Friday, April 11 from 4:00 PM until 7:00 PM at Greater Grace Community Church, 991 Deborah Avenue, Elgin. You can also pick up your packet on race morning starting at 6:30 AM.
Post-race refreshments served.
Purpose
Purpose
The purpose of this race is to raise awareness of youth drug prevention efforts by the Coalition for a Safe & Healthy Elgin. CSHE promotes a safe and healthy community for our youth, free of substance misuse through education, prevention and action. Running is a great pastime for young people that assists in their pursuing a healthy life.
