Easley Lions Club Glenn Farrow Firecracker Frolic 5K

💀 Welcome to the Hottest Race This Side of the Grave…💀

🔥The Carolina Reaper Challenge! 🔥

Are you brave enough to survive the Carolina Reaper Challenge? 🌶️ The Reaper awaits. 😈🔥

Get ready to feel the burn as you lace up for the Carolina Reaper Running Race, where scorching heat meets extreme endurance. 🔥 Whether you’re tackling the 5-mile, half marathon, 50k, or the team relay, you’re about to test your grit in the fiery heat of South Carolina this July. ☀️🌡️

🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ As you navigate the 2.62-mile loop at the Riverwest Nature Preserve, you’ll be embraced by the intense Southern heat, winding through rolling hills, wooden bridges, and scenic views that might just make you wish you were anywhere but here—unless you're a true heat-seeker! 🏞️

💀 It’s not just a race… it’s a battle for survival. Conquer the loop within 45 minutes per lap—or risk being left behind in the flames! 😈 You’ll need every ounce of your endurance, but don’t worry… each lap you conquer brings you closer to victory... and a refreshing taste of sweet, sweet survival! 🏅

Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned speed demon, test your limits in the heat with like-minded souls who share your desire to conquer the sun. 🌞 Come for the race. Stay for the heat. 🔥 And remember, the Reaper’s always watching.

🕰️ Race Day Details:

When: All event distances start at 8:00am and packet pickup begins at 7am

Where: Riverwest Nature Preserve

Address: 2959 New Easley Hwy, Greenville, SC 29611 *Attention: Be careful when crossing the median at New Easley Hwy which is located across the street from "Home Fur A While" animal boarding facility.

🚗 Parking & Drop-Off Info: All participants will park in the old driving range area, approximately 150 meters from the Start/Finish line. Limited parking spots are available, so please follow volunteer instructions upon arrival. We will have a designated drop-off zone near the staging area for runners to unload gear (tents, coolers, chairs, etc.) before being directed to the parking area by our volunteer team along the perimeter.

🏕 Athlete Village / Staging Area - The Athlete Village will be located between the Start and Finish lines, serving as a central hub for all runners. You’re welcome to bring a 10x10 canopy, cooler, chair, and whatever else helps you recover between laps. This is where the party lives—so share a tent, make some friends, and set up camp! Please note: While runners may stage gear at their vehicles, all parking is 150 meters away, so on-site tent setup is the best way to stay close to the action.

Course: On an old golf course the route is run on a PAVED 2.6 mile loop with plenty of shade and participant setup right at the start/finish line! The Preserve: The 240-acre Riverwest Nature Preserve was once a golf course, but now it’s the perfect place to test your limits. Rolling cart paths, wooden bridges, waterfalls, and riverfront views all surround you as you race toward glory. 🌲

• COURSE MAP HERE

Distances: Choose Your Own Hell

🔥😈 5 Miles – Short & fiery

🔥👿 Half Marathon – Devilishly tough

🔥💀😈 50k – Ultra pain, ultra evil

🔥😈🔁 Relay – Pass the torch... straight from hell

Loop Schedule: The bell rings every 45 minutes, and it’s your race against time! 🔔

• Lap 1 - 8:00am - The Reaper's Call 🔥

• Lap 2 - 8:45am

• Lap 3 - 9:30am

• Lap 4 - 10:15am

• Lap 5 - 11:00am

• Lap 6 - 11:45am

• Lap 7 - 12:30pm

• Lap 8 - 1:15pm

• Lap 9 - 2:00pm

• Lap 10 - 2:45pm

• Lap 11 - 3:30pm

• Lap 12 - 4:15pm

💀 Race Distances:

• 50k: 12 Loops (Conquer the Reaper!) 🏃‍♂️💨

• Relay: 12 Loops (A Team of 2-4 Runners) 👯‍♂️👯‍♀️

• Half Marathon: 5 Loops 🔥🏅

• 5 Mile: 2 Loops 😈🏃

Race and Timing Format:

You’ll receive your timing chip upon packet pickup. After each lap, we’ll record your lap split—but remember, the Reaper isn’t patient. ⏱️ Complete each lap in 45 minutes or you’ll be left in the heat. The last lap counts the most!

Aid Stations:

Fuel Up: Aid station at the start/finish with snacks like pickles, cookies, chips, pretzels.

Hydration (water, coke, ginger ale). 💧

Cup-less Event: Bring your own hydration vessel—no cups, only your vessel of survival! 💀

This USATF-certified race takes place on the scenic Doodle Trail and is flat and fast! It is an out-and-back course beginning and ending at United Wesleyan Church 738 Rice Road Easley SC 29640. The race begins at 8 am and awards will begin at 9 am. All proceeds go to Alabaster House in Easley.

Registration is $30.

Note: If you need to change your shirt selection, go to your profile, select Run for Missions 5k from your races, choose Manage Registration, and click "Giveaway." You can see the shirt size you selected and you can change it there.

Note: Ladies cut runs small. Adult shirts are unisex (men's cut).

AWARDS WILL BE GIVEN FOR THESE CATEGORIES:

Prize for Overall Finisher

• Fastest Male

• Fastest Female

Prize for Top Male and Female Kid

• Fastest 5-12

Prize for Top Male and Female Teenager

• Fastest Teen (13-19)

Prize for Top Dog and Owner

• Fastest Doggo 1-100 (in people years)

Awards for Top Male and Female Finisher in each Age Group

• 20-29

• 30-39

• 40-49

• 50-59

• 60-69

• 70+

🍻🍗 Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and register now to secure your spot in one of the most flavorful runs of the season. Dive into the ultimate autumn experience at the Beer & BBQ 5K, where Bridgeway Station turns into a festive celebration of delicious barbecue and exhilarating running! Whether you're a seasoned runner or just out to soak up the lively atmosphere, this event promises something for everyone. Picture yourself cruising a fast, fun course around Bridgeway Station, with great vibes, cheering spectators, and that “race-day buzz” in the air, all while knowing that a mouthwatering barbecue feast and a cold brew are waiting for you at the finish line, just like the energy you’ve come to love at Chase the Rainbow 5K and Red White & Brew 5K.

Race Day Details​

• Why: Saturday Night 5k

• What: Beer & BBQ 5k

• Where: Bridgeway Station

• Address: 1000 Via Corso Avenue, Simpsonville SC 29681

• When: Race Starts at 6:00pm

• Packet Pickup: 1 Hour prior to race start at Bridgeway Station

Click for Strava Course Map: HERE

Starting right at the Bridgeway Station entrance, runners will kick things off with a quick burst of energy before charging up and over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge. From there, it’s a fast, festive out-and-back style run through the heart of Bridgeway, with smooth turns, big cheers, and just enough climb to earn what comes next. This course has one mission: get you to the finish line where the real reward awaits, a cold brew in one hand and a plate of barbecue in the other. Consider it a delicious sprint toward the Beer & BBQ Finish Line Feast. 🍻🍗

UDPATES for 2027 Races Coming Soon!

Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time

NEW Swag, Apparel, Medals, and MORE!

Registration set to open for this race on September 1st

The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks

🐰🐶 Hare of the Dog 2 Mile Race 🐶🐰

No pup!? Bring your own BARK bark! SQUEAK squeak!

Hey there, fur-iends and fluff enthusiasts, welcome to the most paws-itively hare-raising race of the year! We're the Upstate Race Series, and we've cooked up a 2-mile dash that’s as quick as a bunny and as playful as a pup!

Whether you bring your pet pal, a friend that’s furry, or if you’re flying solo (just hop on over and make a new fur-iend), this race promises fast, fun, and a dash of silliness. Our course is 100% paved—super speedy with only one itty-bitty hill at the very end.

Why Join Our Woof-tastic & Hoppin’ Good Time?

• For All Ages: Kids, canines, and even the grown-ups shaking off the last night’s antics are welcome! 🎉

• Family-Friendly Fun: It’s the perfect way to kickoff the New Year with a furry flourish and a hoppin’ good run!

• Community Vibes: Join a pack and a burrow full of friends who all share a love for racing and a bit of mischief

• FREE BEER at the finish🍺

Event Details:

• 📍 Where: Bridgway Station: 1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC 29681

• 🕓 When: Race starts at 9:00 AM (Pack your treats and prepare for some serious tail wagging!)

• 📦 Packet Pickup: Begins 1 hour before the race—get your bib and your groove on!

Awards & Shiny Things:

🏆 Overall winners will snag epic prizes at the finish line, and our Age Group Awards will be announced one hour after the event. So whether you're the swift bunny or the speedy pup, there’s something shiny waiting just for you!

📍 Course Map Click HERE

This race course at Bridgeway Station is primed for speedy strides and friendly competition between the hares and the hair on the back of your furry friend! You’ll be racing through our fast & fun route that winds over the iconic Bridgeway Station Bridge and along the connecting paths of the Swamp Rabbit Trail. Remember—stay to the right on your way out and back so all our runners and four-legged companions can trot together in perfect harmony! So, c’mon, hop to it and wag along to a race that’s more fun than a game of fetch on a sunny day! Lace up, show up, and let’s make this New Year at Bridgeway Station a howlin’ and hoppin’ good time! 🐾🎉

BARK, BARK! SQUEAK, SQUEAK!

UDPATES for 2027 Races Coming Soon!

Potential Updates to Course, Location, Time

NEW Swag, Apparel, Medals, and MORE!

Registration set to open for this race on September 1st

The First 100 Participants Receive Custom Race Socks

🎉 New Year's Resolution Run – Set Your Own Pace into 2027! 🎉

Ready to leave last year behind? Lace up those sneakers and join us at Bridgeway Station for an epic celebration of fresh starts and endless energy! Whether you run, walk, or roll, choose from 3, 6, or 9 hours on our scenic 2-mile loop and set the tone for an incredible year ahead. 🌟👟

Event Details:

• What: 3, 6, or 9 Hours of Walking, Running, and Rolling into the New Year 🚀

• Where: Bridgeway Station - 1000 Via Corso Ave, Simpsonville, SC 29681📍

• When: All races kick off at 9:00 AM ⏰

• Packet Pickup: Starts at 8:00 AM at the Pavilion in front of Bridgeway Brewing Co. 🚗

How It Works:

• Custom Challenge: Run as many laps as you want, can, or dare—every step counts! 🔄

• Lap Tradition: Bring your favorite mug ☕️ and we will supply the rocks 🪨. For each lap you complete, drop a rock into your mug as a symbol of your progress and determination. Imagine your mug getting heavier with every lap—so satisfying! 😍

What to Expect:

• Community & Camaraderie: Enjoy the warm vibes with friends, family, and the Upstate running club 🤗🎽

• Scenic Route: Experience the beauty of the Bridgeway Station and the many vendors that service our participants 🍻,

• Bridgeway Brewing Co. - The City Market - Coffee Shops - Food Vendors - Family Friendly Environment

• Flexibility: Whether you're in for a quick burst or a full-blown endurance session, this event lets you set your own pace. ⏱️🏃‍♀️

Run Logistics:

Self-Timed Fun

• Use your UNIQUE mug ☕️ and add a stone 🪨 each lap.

• At the end, we'll tally up your laps through our registration file—every rock is a victory! 🎉

Personal Tent Setup

• Need a break?

• Set up your drop bag or pop-up tent near the aid station for a cozy rest.

• Just remember to “pack in and pack out” to keep our park pristine! ⛺️✅

Aid Station:

• Our aid station is sponsored by YOU. Please bring a leftover dish from the past holiday season that needs to be eaten!

• One aid station will be on the 2-mile loop, stocked with pickles 🥒, cookies 🍪, chips, assorted candy 🍬, fig newtons, pretzels, and plenty of hydration options like water 💧, Coke 🥤, and ginger ale.

• This is a cup-less event—bring your own vessel!) 🚫🥤

So, what are you waiting for? Kick off 2026 with a burst of energy, accomplishment, and fun! Register today, set your pace, and let’s make those New Year’s resolutions a reality—one rock at a time! 🌟🎽🥳✨