Waves of Freedom 5K Run/Walk

Choose between a fun 1 mile walk/run or a 5k. The 1 mile route will run around the Culver Schools Corporation and the 5k route will run through downtown Culver. The race will start at the front of Culver Community High School, Door 32. Both routes will finish on the Culver Middle/High School football field. This will be a fun run with several color stations manned by our athletes ready to toss color powder on you as you pass by! Registration includes a white race t-shirt and neon sunglasses to wear to show off your colors! Join us for the after party on the football field!

The Plymouth Runway Mile and 5K are held at Plymouth Municipal Airport as a fundraising effort for AlphaFlight, a locally owned flight school that is based out of Plymouth.

Flight training is a costly endeavor and is often the largest hurdle that students must manage in order to pursue their dreams of becoming a pilot. All proceeds from Plymouth Runway will support scholarship opportunities for students through AlphaFlight.

Both the Runway Mile and Runway 5K are competitive races with chip timing and overall/age group awards. Strollers are welcomed. Any child completing the course under their own power will need to be registered. If a child is being pushed in a stroller, that child does not need registered for the event.

There will be numerous aircraft including airplanes and helicopters parked for participants and spectators to enjoy. There will also be an opportunity for helicopter rides (for a fee). The runway will be closed to aircraft operations for the duration of the event so that participants have the unique opportunity to race on the actual runway. Expect fast racing, food trucks, and aviation fun!

Plymouth Runway Mile: 9:00am start

The one-mile course starts on the south side of the main airport building. Participants will race on the newly constructed taxiway for 1/2 mile before turning onto the runway itself and heading back to the finish. Course map available at a future date. While all ages and abilities (and strollers!) are welcome, this is a competitive race. It will be chip-timed and there will be awards. When registering, we ask participants to estimate their finish time in case we need to utilize a wave start so that all participants have the opportunity for their best race. Presence of a wave start will depend on registration numbers. There will be overall and age group awards for the Runway Mile. There are no finisher medals for the Runway Mile. The finish line for Runway Mile participants will close at 9:30am, and we will immediately begin presenting awards to ensure completion prior to the 5K start.

Plymouth Runway 5K: 10:00am start

The 5K course starts on the south side of the main airport building. Participants will race on the newly constructed taxiway for 1/2 mile before turning onto the runway itself and heading back toward the finish. Runners will cut between the hangars and run counterclockwise around the airport before cutting through a gate onto the large ramp (airplane parking lot). Here participants will pass back over the starting line before turning onto the runway where they will have the unique opportunity to run the length of the entire runway (heading East) before then turning onto the taxiway and racing West back to the finish! Course map available at a future date. There will be overall and age group awards for the Runway 5K. There are no finisher medals for the Runway 5K. The finish line for Runway 5K participants will close at 11:00am (19:19/mile pace) with awards immediately following.

Plymouth Runway Challenge

The Plymouth Runway Challenge is an opportunity to compete in both races at a discount! Registration for the Challenge will get you a bib for both races at a cheaper price than registering for both separately.

Why would anyone want to sign up for two races? Besides the pride that comes with completing two races in the same day, participants will also receive a custom finisher medal for completing the Challenge. Finishers are still eligible for overall and age group awards in both individual races. Note: there are no performance-based awards for the Challenge, only the custom finisher medal. Participants must finish both races in their respective time limits to receive the finisher medal. Medal will be presented at the Runway 5K finish line.

Awards

Cash prizes to the top 3 male & female finishers in both the Mile & 5K races. Overall award finishers will be excluded from the age group awards.

1st: $100

2nd: $50

3rd: $25

Age group awards to the top 3 finishers in each age group in both the Mile and 5K races. Age groups are as listed: 8 & under, 9-11, 12-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

Registration

Registration through RunSignup is the only way to register for the Plymouth Runway Mile & 5K. Registration will close 15 minutes prior to the start of each respective race. We will have staff present at packet pick-up and on race morning to help you register if needed, but it will still be done online through RunSignup and a credit card will be needed.

***Shirt sizes are only guaranteed with registration by 5/31. Should you choose "No Shirt" when registering, costs shown below will be $5 less.

Mile registration:

$15 until 6/1/26

$20 starting 6/1/26 until 6/12/26

$25 on Race Day

5K registration:

$25 until 6/1/26

$30 starting 6/1/16 until 6/12/26

$35 on Race Day

Challenge registration:

$35 until 6/1/26

$45 starting 6/1/26 until 6/12/26

$55 on Race Day

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will be at the airport (301 Airport Rd) on Friday, June 12th, from 3-6pm and on Saturday, June 13th, starting at 7:00am. You may pick up someone else's bib for them. Race bibs will not be handed out after the start of each respective race. For example, once the Mile race starts, we will no longer hand out Mile race bibs. Race shirts, however, may still be picked up.

Parking (IMPORTANT)

Due to limited parking at the airport, parking will be available at the airport on FRIDAY ONLY. On Saturday, participants/spectators will park at Plymouth High School (1 Big Red Drive, Plymouth) and will be shuttled to the airport by bus. The drive takes approximately 7 minutes. Buses will run continuously to and from the airport starting at 6:30am and ending at 12:30pm. Race staff will be present at both pickup/drop off locations to answer any questions.

Refund Policy

We offer a 100% refund, minus the processing fee, if registration refund is requested on or before 5/31/26. There will be no refunds starting 6/1/26. Since this is a fundraising event, there will be no refund for cancellation due to inclement weather.

Be sure to follow us on Facebook at “Plymouth Runway Mile & 5K” for periodic updates and email us at plymouthrunwaymile@gmail.com for any questions or concerns.

The Scholar Sprint Races are a One Mile Fun Run, 5K and 10K . This race is sponsored by Argos Dollars for Scholars, and will start and finish in the Argos Community Park, Argos, IN. (Parking is located in the Park, Please use the South entrance into the park, State Road 10 entrance).

T-shirts will be the premium giveaway

Price increase when registering after June 5,2025

Online registration open until Friday, June 21, 2025

T-shirts not guaranteed after June 7

Fun Run will be a participation medal only, no T-shirts

We will have water on the course, and water available at the race pavilion.

Drinks, snacks and Awards ceremony following the event

Awards:

• First and Second Place Medals: Male and Female for 5K & 10K events.

• Fun Run: Participant Medals

• 5K Fireman’s Challenge: Traveling trophy awarded to the first-place fireman in the 5K, Fireman Challenge Runners will compete in full fireman gear, including oxygen tanks. Fireman challenge participants will be able to participate in medals based on their finish.

• T-Shirts will be available to all runners that register before the appropriate deadlines: June 7, 2025

• Age Group Medal Awards: Age Groups: 20-25, 26-30, 31-35,36-40, 41-45, 46-50, 51-55, 56-60, 61-65, 66-70, 71-75, 76-80

Date: Saturday June 22, 2025

Place: Argos Community Park

560 W Walnut street

Argos, IN 46501

Start times:

• Fun Run 8:00 AM

• 5K: 8:30 AM

• 10K: 8:15 AM

All participants registering by will receive a race T-shirt. There are no guarantees on shirts or sizes when registering past this date.

Online registration ends June 21, 2025 race day registration and packet pick up will be available at 7:00 AM Saturday, June 21, 2025 prior to your race.

Race volunteers will be available along the race route providing guidance along with mile markers . Water stations are also available along the 5K and 10K routes

One Mile Fun Run: This course is a paved path which winds throughout the Argos Community Park.

5K: This is a beautiful flat fast course that travels an out and back loop through the Town of Argos.

10K: This course is a flat and fast course winding through the Town of Argos, and through the beautiful countryside of Marshall County

Runners can park their vehicles within the Argos Community Park, (please use the south park entrance from state road 10 )

About this Race:

This race is to support Argos Dollars for Scholars. Argos Dollars for Scholars is a not for profit organization comprised of volunteers. Argos Dollars for Scholars raises funds to support scholarships which are awarded to graduating Argos Seniors that wish to pursue a secondary education. Argos Dollars for Scholars is a not-for-profit organization, and your contribution is tax deductible. You are supporting a wonderful organization focused on promoting education and trade skill development..

You are running this race at your own risk to illness and injury. We ask all participants honor social distancing guidelines. If you feel ill, have a cough, temperature or any other signs of potential illness please do not attend this event. If you have been in close contact with someone that is ill we ask that you do not attend this event. If you have preexisting conditions or health issues you should consult with your physician prior to the event.

Date: August 10, 2024

Adult and Team Race

Adult Race: 8:30 a.m.

USAT Sanctioned

400 Meter Swim

11 mile Bike

5K Run

Team Race - teams of 2 or 3

Adult Duathlon

Adult Race: 8:30 a.m.

USAT Sanctioned

1600 Meter Run

11 mile Bike

5K Run

Amenities

Shirts - must be registered by July 21st midnight

Chef prepared meal: grilled chicken, salads, pastas and desserts

Beer Garden

Massage Therapy

Fitness Vendors

Live Band

Party by the Lake

PARTICIPANTS MUST PRE-REGISTER. THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION AVAILABLE FOR ANY OF THE EVENTS.

No refunds on registrations.

Individual Race Fee: $70.00 by midnight, July 21st - shirt guaranteed

$80.00 from July 22nd - August 6th 8:00am ET - no shirt guaranteed

Team Race Fee: $115.00 by midnight, July 21st - shirt guaranteed

$130.00 from July 22nd - August 6th 8:00am ET - no shirt guaranteed

Adult Triathlon Race Awards

Awards to top 3 in age category (5 year increments)

Duathlon Race Awards

The top 5 males and top 5 females will receive an award.

Kids Race

Kids Race: 10:15 a.m.

Ages 5 - 7

50 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1/2 mile run

Ages 8 - 10

75 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1 mile run

Ages 11 - 12

75 meter swim, 1 mile bike, 1 mile run

Register by August 6th, 8:00am ET - $20.00

*Bike course is on grass

*Kids may wear life jackets

Kids Triathlon Amenities

T-shirts to all participants

Medals to all participants presented by area football players

Chef Prepared Lunch

BLUEBERRY STOMP

1-Mile Fun Run • 5K Race • 15K Race

Join us on Labor Day for the 52nd annual Blueberry Stomp, a nonprofit race supporting our local ASK Ministries, run in conjunction with the Marshall County Blueberry Festival. The Blueberry Festival regularly draws a crowd of 200,000+ over the weekend so there are PLENTY of activities leading up to the Monday race.

START TIMES & START LINE

All athletes line up on Michigan Street near the entrance of the KFC parking lot.

The 1-mile Fun Run starts at 8:00am and all participants must finish before the 8:30am start of the Stomp.

A cannon fire announces the start of the 5K & 15K Races at 8:30am. Strollers are allowed, but please ensure that all children and items such as cups, snacks, etc. are secured at all times. For the safety of all participants, pets are not allowed.

1 -MILE FUN RUN: 8:00am start

This non-competitive run/walk starts at the south edge of Centennial Park on Michigan Street. All runners and walkers have 30 minutes to complete 1 mile (out and back course). At 8:30am the 5K & 15K must start. If you are not finished, you will be asked to step off the course. You may finish once the 5K & 15K runners have passed.

5K Race: 8:30am start

Starting at the south edge of Centennial Park on Michigan Street, this is a beautiful out-and-back tree-lined course through residential Plymouth. Nearly the entire course follows the Blueberry Parade route, giving you the opportunity to participate in front of approximately 50,000 spectators! See course map below.

15K Race: 8:30am start

This course also starts at the south edge of Centennial Park on Michigan Street, running through downtown Plymouth and out into the beautiful countryside. This is an out-and-back course that follows the 5K course for the first & last mile, viewed by approximately 50,000 spectators! The 5K & 15K courses split on Oakhill Ave. Soon after, the 15K course becomes a challenge to even the best of runners with its rolling hills. There are water stops available at several locations throughout the course. See course map below.

The finish line closes at 10:50am, allowing tear down before the course reopens to traffic at 11:00 am. The finish line CLOSES at 10:50am. This allows 2hrs and 20min for the 15K participants (15:01/mile). All athletes who have not finished, and who wish to continue, must move to the sidewalks & follow normal traffic laws. All volunteers and aid stations are not available after 11:00 am. For your safety, we ask that you choose the distance you can finish in the allotted time.

Race numbers must be visible (preferably still attached) to receive prizes & food. No refunds will be given including inclement weather.

Registration

Online registration through RunSignup is the ONLY way to register for the event. We have staff present at packet pick-up and on race morning to help you register if needed, but it will still be done online through RunSignup and a credit card will be needed.

Shirt sizes are only guaranteed with registrations completed by 7/31

5K race entries on or before 7/31 - $30

15K race entries on or before 7/31- $40

5K race entries 8/1 to 9/6- $40

15K race entries 8/1 to 9/6- $50

5K race entries on 9/7 (race day)- $45

15K race entries on 9/7 (race da)- $55

1-Mile Fun Run on or before 9/6- $10

1-Mile Fun Run on 9/7- $15

ONLINE REGISTRATION FOR EITHER THE FUN RUN OR 5K/15K RACES WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL 15MIN PRIOR TO START OF EACH RESPECTIVE RACE.

NOTE: There is no longer a mail-in registration option.

PACKET PICK-UP

Packet pick-up is available at the Road Runner Pavilion in the SW corner of Centennial Park on Sunday, Sept 6th, from 1-4pm and on race day from 7:00-8:15am. Parking is available in several lots around the park for a small fee. Due to the large number of out-of-town participants, there is always a large rush of participants showing up around 7:45-8:00am on race morning. If you wish to avoid long lines, arrive early or, better yet, grab your packet on Sunday!!

AWARDS (UPDATED JULY 2024)

Cash prizes to the top 4 male & female finishers in both the 5K & 15K races.

1st: $200

2nd: $125

3rd: $75

4th: $30

Age group awards to the top 3 finishers in each age group in both the 5K and 15K races. Age groups are as listed: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, and 75+

Elite Athletes

Athletes that meet one of the time qualifications below are welcome to apply for Elite entry which includes complimentary race registration and, upon request, free housing. Housing is limited and offered on a first-come-first-served basis. Please email blueberrystomp@gmail.com with a link to your results (must be within the last 2 years) and interest in housing, if applicable.

Women

5K- 18:20

10K- 38:00

15K- 1:00:00

Half Marathon- 1:27:00

Men

5K- 15:45

10K- 32:45

15K- 51:30

Half Marathon- 1:15:00

REMINDER THIS IS A CHARITY and in order to keep costs & entry fees down we DO NOT mail unclaimed prizes or prize money. It is your responsibility to see that your winnings are picked up during the awards ceremony.

FOR GENERAL QUESTIONS OR INTEREST IN SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES:

Contact race directors at blueberrystomp@gmail.com

ALSO FOLLOW US on FACEBOOK at BLUEBERRYSTOMP INDIANA for periodic updates

FOR BLUEBERRY FESTIVAL INFORMATION:

Please visit: https://www.blueberryfestival.org

The Blueberry Stomp is managed by the Adams Street Ministries, Inc. of Plymouth, IN, in conjunction with the Marshall County Blueberry Festival.