11th Annual 5K Run & Walk Scheduled for August 15

Registration is now open for the 11th Annual Spectrum Health Reed City Hospital 5K & Walk on Saturday, August 15, 2015.

The course takes runners and walkers through the parks and streets of Reed City, with the start and finish line located behind Reed City Hospital at 300 N. Patterson Rd. All runners will have a microchip in their bib that electronically records their time as they cross the finish line. This annual event is part of the Reed City Great American Crossroads Festival. Last year, more than 175 runners participated in the event.

Pre-registration is only $20 per runner or walker and runs through July 24. Registration increases to $25 after July 24. Those who register by July 24 are guaranteed a T-shirt. Trophies and medals will be awarded for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place male and female finishers in the following age categories: 0-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70 plus years.

Register for the 5K or walk online at spectrumhealth.org/annual-5k-run. To receive a registration form by mail, call 231.832.7149.

All proceeds from the event will benefit the expansion of eCare services at Big Rapids and Reed City Hospitals. eCare utilizes technology to offer patients access to specialists while avoiding transfers and long commutes.

The event is sponsored by Cargill. Additional race sponsorship packages are available to local businesses. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, contact the Spectrum Health Foundation at Big Rapids and Reed City Hospitals by calling 231.592.4367