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Walk/Run/Bike for Umstead
2021 Walk/Run/Bike for Umstead - April 3 to April 22, 2021
We're excited to host our popular Walk/Run/Bike event this year from April 3-22, 2021.
How it works
We've set up two out and return routes (4.1 and 11.2 miles) on the multi-use trails (MUT) in William B. Umstead State Park. Both routes start near the Harrison Ave Park gate (Cary entrance) and go to Reedy Creek Lake via the Reedy Creek Parkway and Reedy Creek Lake MUT.
Registered participants can run, walk and/or bike the official event routes anytime the Park is open (8am-8pm) on your time from April 3 to 12pm ET on April 22.
We're using the free RunGo app to track the official race timings (RunGo uses the GPS on your iPhone, Android or Apple Watch). Prizes will be awarded to the top three fastest finishers (male and female) in these age groups:
- Child, age 12 and under
- Adult, age 13-29
- Adult Plus, age 30-49
- Master, age 50-59
- Senior, age 60 and over
Only times submitted by registered participants via the RunGo app by 12pm ET on April 22 will be eligible for awards.
Download the free RunGo app now.
After you download the app, search for the Umstead Coalition to find the routes.
Registration
You don't have to register to walk, run or bike the routes, but only registered participants will receive the event t-shirt, gifts and be eligible for awards.
Registration fees
- Child (age 12 & under day of event) $15.00 (USD)
- Adult (age 13-29 event day) $30.00 (USD)
- Adult Plus (age 30-49 event day) $30.00 (USD)
- Master (age 50-59 event day) $30.00 (USD)
- Senior (age 60 and above event day) $25.00 (USD)
100% of funds raised will go towards stopping the proposed RDU Quarry on the Odd Fellows Tract (public land adjacent to Umstead State Park) and for environmental education programs for our wonderful Park.
All registrants will receive a t-shirt that features leaves from the 16 types of oaks trees (yes, 16!) that can be found in William B. Umstead State Park.
Note: Because the event is timed and recorded by the RunGo app, each registrant should be registered with a unique email and you use that same email with your name to upload you finish results to the event Leaderboards.
Event T-Shirts
The t-shirt features images of leaves and acorns of the 16 (yes 16) oak trees that live in William B Umstead Park.
The front is a Shumard leaf in the fall. The back are the leaves/acorns from the other 15 oak trees.
The adult shirt color is Heather Prism Mint Unisex, 4.2 oz 99% airlume combed and ring-spun cotton, 1% polyester. The 2XL slightly darker shade.
The youth's color is Jade Dome and a 50/50 fabric. Long sleeve color is Spanish Moss, 5.5 oz 100% ringspun cotton.
T-shirts are included in your event registration. And, will be on sale with the Pollinator Plant Sale on April 21&22, 3-7pm.
Awards
Official race timing for the 4-mile and 11-mile routes will be provided by the RunGo app on the event Leaderboards. Each registered participant must use the RunGo app to start and stop their times (route is GPS tracked) and then upload your results to the LeaderBoard for your event(s).
Prizes will be awarded to the top three fastest finishers (male and female) in these age groups for each distance. Note: Only registered participants who completed their routes during Park open hours to be eligible for prizes and swag.
- Child, age 12 and under (top 3)
- Adult, age 13-29 (top 3)
- Adult Plus, age 30-49 (top 3)
- Master, age 50-59 (top 3)
- Senior, age 60 and over (top 3)
FAQs
Where do I pick up my event t-shirt?
Registered participants can pick up their event t-shirt and swag on April 21 & 22 from 3-7pm at the Reedy Creek Parking lot:
2100 N. Harrison Ave.
Cary, NC 27513
Look out for our tents in the parking lot (and we'll also be holding our annual plant sale at the same time!)
Special Treat: Closing the event, Saint Francis Brass Quintet will play on Thursday, April 22 from 6-7pm.
Where do I pick up my award?
Awards can be picked up on April 22 from 3-7pm at the Reedy Creek Parking lot:
2100 N. Harrison Ave.
Cary, NC 27513
Look out for our tents in the parking lot (and we'll also be holding our annual plant sale at the same time!)
Can I do the routes multiple times and submit my best time?
Your registration allows you to run, walk, or bike (one at time) the routes as many times as you want for until 12pm ET on Thursday April 22. You may do the 4-mile walk, the 4-mile run, the 4-mile bike, the 11.2 mile walk, the 11.2 mile run and/or the 11.2-mile bike. And, you can post all your times to the Leaderboard.
How do I find the routes?
You can get the routes on you phone by clicking the route link below, or by searching for Umstead Coalition and/or 2021 Walk/Run/Bike in the RunGo app, then select the distance route you're interested in.
The route is shown on your device and route directions are given at each turn and some points of interest. All times will be adjusted to the same distance so no worries if you start/stop slightly different than others.
The start is near Harrison Ave Park gate on the Reedy Creek Parkway (about 150 feet in from the "Road Closed" barricade). Go 0.48 miles on pavement to slight right onto the gravel Reedy Creek Lake Multi-Use Trail (MUT). Continue past Reedy Creek Lake and up the short hill to the trail intersection at 1.13 miles. Turn RIGHT onto Reedy Creek MUT to ~2.05 miles (the turnaround is before the Trenton Road Gate where the South Turkey Creek Trail comes in to your left). Return same route.
The start is near Harrison Ave Park gate on the Reedy Creek Parkway (about 150 ft in from the "Road Closed" barricade). Go 0.48 miles on pavement to slight right onto the gravel Reedy Creek Lake Multi-Use Trail (MUT). Continue past Reedy Creek Lake and up the short hill to the trail intersection at ~1.13 miles. Turn left onto Reedy Creek MUT to Park Gate, continue past Park Gate onto Old Reedy Creek Road greenway, over I-40 to the Town of Cary's Old Reedy Creek Trail Head Parking lot (there are toilets here). Return same route.
If you will be biking either of the routes, you must provide your own bike. The trails are gravel, so mountain or hybrid bike is recommended. Helmets are required.
Where do I park?
You can park at the Umstead State Park Reedy Creek Parking lot:
2100 N. Harrison Ave.
Cary, NC 27513
The parking lot can be full at peak weekend times. Consider planning your walk, run or bike during off-peak times.
Where do I see the Leaderboards and the results?
You can view the results at the links below. More instructions for uploading your times are emailed to you with your registration confirmation. Note: the "Adjusted Time" on the Leaderboard reflect times "adjusted" to the same route distance for everyone. The winning times are determined by the "Adjusted time"
- View 4.1 mile walk/run results
- View 4.1 mile bike results
- View 11.2 mile walk/run results
- View 11.2 mile bike results