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CFPA's 5K Run (& Walk) for the Woods
Connecticut Forest & Park Association is introducing a new event. The first annual CFPA’s 5K Run (& Walk) for the Woods will be held on Sunday, September 16th at Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area in Burlington, CT. There will be a 5K trail race beginning at 9:30am and a 5K trail walk beginning at 10:00am. In addition to the 5Ks, there will be other family fun activities, walking stick carving with the Connecticut Woodcarvers, outdoor gear demonstrations by REI and Fleet Feet, and the indoor wildlife display at Sessions Woods will be open for viewing. Funds raised protect forests and trails and help educate children and adults about the environment and healthful recreation.
Registration for the 5K trail race is $25 in advance and $30 on the day of. Walkers are asked to raise a minimum of $50.00 in pledges. Online race and walk registration as well as additional details are available on the event web site at http://runandwalkforthewoods.dojiggy.com .