2026 Beecher Freedom 5K Run/Walk

In the 1980's the Park Forest Running and Pancake Club held their annual progressive marathon by adding up four separate "races" with the Park Forest Scenic 10 to have a Marathon time.

In keeping with that tradition, we will be hosting a series of "races" at the Vollmer Trails, then adding those times to your finish time at the Flossmoor Hidden Gem Half Marathon.

Come to the Flossmoor Entrance of the Vollmer Trail and run a 3.275 mile race four times.

Dates will be published soon.

After the Hidden Gem, we will tabulate the results and award the top three finishers. If there are enough participants, we will award age group awards.

Join New Leash On Life, a 501(c)(3) organization, a no-kill pet adoption and resource center currently in development for Crown Point, Indiana, Saturday, June 6th for our inaugural 5K and 2K Dog Run/Walk! Our event is open to not only families, but their dogs as well! Even if your pooch is more of a couch potato than an athlete, we will have a curated vendor area to explore as well as food vendors, contests, and demonstrations! For families, the thrilling Y Climbing Tower will be open for anyone adventurous at heart.

Our fun run is open to anyone with or without their pets! The course trails through the beautiful YMCA Camp Triangle Hills and will offer plenty of sights (and smells!) for our two-legged and four-legged participants. We encourage those with participating pets to take their time and enjoy the trails!

5K Race start- 9AM

2K Run/Walk start- 9:10AM

Price to register

$30 5K on or before 5/6 - $35 after

$25 2K on or before 5/6 - $30 after

Registration Includes:

• Tails on the Trails race t-shirt*

• Tails on the Trails finisher medal*

• Dog medal charm*

• Race swag bag

• Chip timed race bib**

• Finish line treats for pups!

*T-shirt and medals not guaranteed past May 6th

**5K race only

Awards (for 5K participants)

Age Group Awards:

Top (1) Overall Male and Female

Top (3) in Age Groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over

Awards (for 5K and 2K participants)

Biggest dog finisher

Smallest dog finisher

Pre-race packet pick up:

June 5th: 4-7PM

Location: Berkshire Hathaway Executive Realty, 1201 N Main St, Crown Point, IN 46307

(across from Jewel/Osco)

Onsite packet pick up:

June 6th: 7:30-8:30AM

Location: YMCA Camp Triangle Hills & Retreat Center, 3838 W 141st Ave, Crown Point, IN 46307

The movement continues—and it’s growing!

Join us for the 2nd Annual 1911 Initiative 5K Scholarship Run/Walk, where every mile you move helps us go the distance for college-bound students. Hosted in partnership with the Village of Matteson, this race is all about purpose, progress, and community pride.

We’re proud to share that we’ve already registered over 100 runners and walkers, with a bold goal of 1,000 participants for 2026!

Remember, we don't receive huge corporate dollars to do what we do. We are a grassroots organization and are funded by everyday people like YOU. Your support directly funds scholarships and paid internships, helping deserving young people prepare for brighter futures.

👟 Ran with us last year?

Bring a friend—or five!

If you refer 5 people who register for the race, you’ll receive a $20 refund on your own registration fee. It’s a great way to save, run with your crew, and grow the impact of this year’s event!

🔥 Don’t Wait—Register Today!

Lock in your spot, represent your team, and get ready for a day of purpose, celebration, and connection. Whether you walk, jog, or sprint across that finish line—you’re part of something bigger.

👉 Learn more at www.1911initiative.org

Miles for Maddog is an officially chip timed race on a certified course and is a U.S. Track & Field Certified event!

This 10K Run, 5K Walk & Run, and Virtual Race "Celebrates the Hearts and Soles of Organ and Tissue Donation" by honoring deceased donors and their families, living donors, transplant recipients, first responders, healthcare workers, and caregivers.

Proceeds support the Maddog Strong Foundation's work to educate teens and young adults about the life-saving need to register as organ and tissue donors. By encouraging young people to have a conversation with their families about their decision, we aim to inspire the next generation of organ and tissue advocates!