Rock Into Recovery 5K

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  • 09.27.2014 @ 09:00 AM
  • Waltham , Massachusetts
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Event Details
09 .27 .2014
starts at 09 :00 AM
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About the Event
The Edinburg Center’s Fifth Annual Rock Into Recovery Festival will be held on Saturday, September 27th in Waltham, Massachusetts. This event brings the magic of live music and hope to the community and demonstrates that recovery from mental health conditions and addiction is an attainable goal for the persons we serve. This year’s event will feature for the very first time, the Rock Into Recovery 5K Run/Walk which will start at 9:00 AM. The Festival also includes live music, delicious food, crafts, children’s activities and information and resources. The Edinburg Center provides a continuum of innovative services that promote personal growth and independence, foster hope and enhance the quality of life of people with mental health conditions, co-occurring substance use conditions and/or developmental disabilities. With major program sites in Lexington and Waltham, The Center employs over 360 staff who provide a range of services to over 2000 individuals each year in twenty communities west of Boston and throughout Massachusetts.
Course
This 3.1 mile course starts on the Waltham Common, follows the scenic Riverwalk by the Charles River and circles back to finish on the Waltham Common.
USATF Sanction Event
The Rock Into Recovery 5K is sanctioned by the USATF Track and Field Association
T-Shirts
All registered participants will receive free T-Shirts
Number Pick-Up
Number pick up will be available at The Edinburg Center, 1040 Waltham Street, 2nd floor lobby in Lexington, MA on Friday, September 26th from 2-6 PM and on Saturday, September 27th on the Waltham Common from 7:30 - 8:30 AM.
Parking and public transportation
Parking: There is a parking lot available across from the Waltham Common (enter from Lexington St. or Common St.) MBTA: Commuter Rail and Bus
NEW THIS YEAR - FUNDRAISING OPPORTUNITY
You can create your own fundraising page where 100% of the proceeds raised will benefit The Edinburg Center. You can send your page to friends and family! CLICK HERE!
Rain or Shine
The Rock Into Recovery 5K will be held rain or shine. We reserve the right to cancel the race due to extreme inclement weather or unsafe road conditions. The entry fee is non-refundable.
Check Option
If you would like to register for the 5K or make a donation by check, please contact Gail Rogers at 781-761-5137.
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Sub Event Cost Distance
$25.00 5km
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Waiver and Assumption of Risk For and in consideration of USA Track & Field, Inc. (“USA Track & Field”) allowing me, the undersigned, to participate in the USA Track & Field sanctioned event described above (Rock Into Recovery 5K) I, for myself, and on behalf of my spouse, children, guardians, heirs and next of kin, and any legal and personal representatives, executors, administrators, successors and assigns, hereby agree to and make the following contractual representations pursuant to this Waiver and Release of Liability, Assumption of Risk and Indemnity Agreement (the “Agreement”); Age & Health I hereby represent that (i) I am at least eighteen (18) years of age or older; (ii) I am in good health and in proper physical condition to participate in the Event; and (iii) I am not under the influence of alcohol or any illicit or prescription drugs which would in any way impair my ability to safely participate in the Event. 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I understand that these Risks may be caused in whole or in part by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the Event, or the negligent acts or omissions of the Released Parties defined below, and I hereby expressly assume all such Risks and responsibility for any damages, liabilities, losses or expenses which I incur as a result of my participation in any Event. USATF Rules & Regulations I agree to be familiar with and to abide by the Rules and Regulations established for the Event, including but not limited to the Competitive Rules adopted by USA Track & Field and any safety regulations established for the benefit of all participants. I accept sole responsibility for my own conduct and actions while participating in the Event, and the condition and adequacy of my equipment. 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