2026 Beecher Freedom 5K Run/Walk

The H-F Beast Obstacle Course Dash is a an opportunity to have fun and stay active together with friends or family! The Dash combines fun obstacles and quick dashes to keep you moving and energized. The course will be offered in two categories. Those ages 6-14 will complete 8 Obstacles and run a 1 mile run. Obstacles include a tire flip, balance beam, spear throw, stepping stones and more. Participants ages 15+ will compete in 16 Obstacles and a total of 2 miles. Obstacles will include bucket carry, spear throw, tire flip and more! This outdoor Obstacle course will help you build confidence, strength, endurance, balance and so much more. Finisher medals and t-shirts will be awarded for completion of the course. Race runs in 5 minute waves. Be sure to check out The HF Beast Obstacle Prep Course offered in June at H-F Racquet & Fitness Club. Prep course is open to members and nonmembers of the Club.

Made possible by our presenting sponsor, EPIQ Nutrition.

Tails on the Trail 5K & 1-Mile Wag & Walk along the Old Plank Road Trail, bringing our community together for a fun, inclusive event benefiting the animals of South Suburban Humane Society.

Participants can choose between two ways to take part:

• Tails on the Trail 5K- a professionally timed 5K for runners looking for an accurate, high-quality race experience.

• 1-Mile Wag & Walk- a relaxed, accessible walk designed for participants of all abilities, families, and friendly, leashed pets.

Whether you’re racing for a personal best or strolling alongside your four-legged friend, every step supports pets in need. Registration includes entry into either the 5K or the Wag & Walk, allowing participants to choose the experience that best fits their pace and comfort level.

Proceeds from the event help provide lifesaving care for animals at South Suburban Humane Society, including medical treatment, spay/neuter services, food, and daily care while pets await loving homes.

Join us on the trail to walk, run, and wag your way toward second chances, because every step brings hope.

LOWELL LABOR DAY WEEKEND 5K

BRING and DONATE your USED RUNNING and WALKING SHOES to CALUMET REGION STRIDERS ON-SITE TENT

early registration June thru August 14 = $25 after August 14 = $30 youth 14 and under = always $10

ONLINE REGISTRATION OPENS JUNE, 2026

Run or walk 3.1 miles to support the Tri-Creek Education Foundation

Saturday, September 5, 2026

8:00 a.m. start

Registration ~ 6:30-7:30 a.m.

Ample parking and facilities available on site

Awards and door prizes presented immediately following race completion. Winners must be present.

Must be present to

Awards presented to:

• Top overall male and female finishers

• Top male and female masters

• Top three finishers in each age division: 0-8, 9-10, 11-12, 13-14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+, Athena and Clydesdale

Race Fees:

YOUTH (14 yrs & younger) ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 14, 2026 - $10 t-shirt - $12 YS-YXL if ordered before August 14th

ADULT (15 yrs & older) ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 14, 2026 - $25 t-shirt - $16 S-XXL $17 XXXL $18 XXXXL if ordered before August 14th

AFTER AUGUST 14, 2026 - $30 Adult (15 yrs & older) $10 Youth - No increase after August 14th for Youth, but t-shirt unavailable.

T-shirts guaranteed if ordered and paid for by August 14, 2026 - 4pm via USPS or 11:59pm online

MUST REGISTER ON OR BEFORE AUGUST 14th TO ORDER A T-SHIRT.

$2 club discount to Calumet Region Striders members

There are no refunds.

THANK YOU TO OUR 2025 SPONSORS and DONORS

• Dr. Leonard Anglis, DDS

• Austgen Properties

• GWE Painting

• Gibraltar Design

• Moon Island Farms

• The Skillman Corporation

• World Insurance Associates

• Athletico - Lowell

• A/E Electric

• Affordable Garage Door, Inc.

• Centier Bank

• Hopper Building Supply, Inc.

• Lewis & Kappes

• Ruim Equipment

• Saco Industries

• Tech Credit Union

• @properties, Lisa Thompson Group

• Brown & Associates CPA, Inc.

• Cedar Creek Health Campus

• DeMotte State Bank

• Fusion Home Furnishings

• Hirata's Lowell Body Shop and Motorsports

• JR's Custom Cabinets, Inc.

• Katie Kimbrell & Family

• Langen Realty/Premier Group, Inc.

• McColly Real Estate, Lisa Grady

• McColly Real Estate, Dennis Keithley

• McDonald's Umfleet Family Restaurants - Hebron & Rensselaer

• MiRanchito

• NWI Mobile & Self Storage

• Pulver Dental Care

• Sheets Funeral Home

• Sickinger's Jewelry

• Super Cuts - Lowell

• TWPeterson Law Office

• US Aggregates

• Wink Eye Care - Lowell

• Class Cuts

• George's Family Restaurant

• Grady All Seasons Landscape & Design

• Lowell Carpet & Coverings

• Lump Insurance dba NOVA Group

• Ronson Equipment Co.

• Hawthorne Arbor of Gleaners

• PepsiCo

• UPS - Lowell

• Koz's Quality Printing

• Pilot/Flying J

• Loven Oven

• Downtown Hair Studio

• Casey's General Store

• Fleet Feet

• Plum Grove

• Purple Door

• Albanese Candy Factory

• Anytime Fitness

• McDonald's - Lowell

• Strack & VanTil

• Lowell True Value

• Spring Run Farm

• Costco

• Lighthouse Restaurant

• Portillo's

• Aunt Nae's

• White Sox

• Gordon Food Service

• Hair Shaak

• McVey's Restaurant

This race is held to raise funds for the Saint Maria Goretti "Community Outreach Ministry and Food Pantry". The Community Outreach Ministry believes that there are many within our community who may be in need of some support. We also believe that we can make a difference by providing supplemental food to our neighboring communities. We support these neighboring communities by need rather than by parish borders. In addition, the race provides an opportunity for runners (and walkers) to come together on a Saturday morning to exercise and then break bread over breakfast.

NOTE: Children under 8 can participate in the race and breakfast for free with a signed up adult.