April 22nd, 2025
Saturday, April 19th at 8 a.m | Coast Guard Park
16164 N Shore Rd. Spring Lake, MI 49456
A no frills, no fuss, inexpensive 5k run (or walk!) to celebrate Earth Day.
We are minimizing our footprint for this event, and will have no special event t-shirts, but we are giving away past event shirts until they are gone! We also are recycling old race bibs and no plastic water bottles.
Even our awards are live plants and trees!
Sign up today!
Sign up today!
Registration is now open.. sign up for our 5K today!
Sponsor a Runner
Sponsor a Runner
🌍🏃♂️ Support a runner, support the planet! This Earth Day, sponsor a participant in our 5K and help raise funds. Every step they take makes a difference—donate today! 💚
Thanks to our Sponsors
Sponsors
We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of our sponsors for their generous support in helping us put on the spectacular Earth Day 5K event. Thank you for helping us create awareness for environmental conservation and making a positive impact on our community.
FAQ
FAQ
Race Course
The race begins near the corner of Sherman Avenue and Mulligan Drive. The course is challenging, with varied terrain, and offers the beautiful scenery of Lake Michigan and Grand Haven. The 5k and 10k routes are US Track & Field Certified. Aide Stations will be located at Duncan Woods (5k and 10k) and Harbor Island (10k). Water and Gatorade will be available at Aide Stations and at the Finish Line. Please note this is an open course. Please be mindful of possible traffic and respectful of volunteers and public safety officials directing runners-it is for your safety.
Volunteer Opportunities
We count on our dedicated volunteers to help us provide a safe and FUN race experience! If you aren't participating in the race, please consider volunteering with us. Please email us at volunteer@example.com
Age Groups and Awards
5k and 10k Male & Female Open and Masters, Age 10 and under, 11-14, 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, 80-84, 85 and over. If you are unable to pick up on race day, please visit the Welcome Center the week following the race to pick up your custom pin. A QR code to view results will be provided in various locations.
**NEW THIS YEAR!** All 5k and 10k race participants will receive a finisher medal! 1-Mile participants will not receive a medal.
Parking
Please allow time for parking. The YMCA lots will close by 6:30 am. If you have parked at the YMCA, you will not be able to exit until 10:30 am. Parking in local municipal lots and city streets is advised. It is safe to estimate a 10-15 minute walk to the YMCA.
Weather Policy
In the event of inclement weather, events will be delayed in 15-minute increments. If the 5k race has not been started by 8:30 am, all events will be canceled.