2016 Western Greenway 5K

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  • 10.02.2016 @ 12:00 PM
  • Waltham, Massachusetts
Event Closed
Online registration is now closed for the Western Greenway 5K. Youc an still register for the race in person on Saturday 10/1 from 4-7 p.m. at Playmakers SportsBar, 342 Moody Street Waltham, or Sunday 10/2 from 10-:30-11:45 at Elsie Turner Field, 421 Trapelo Road. (extra $5 charge for in-person registrations). Thanks!
Event Details
10 .02 .2016
starts at 12 :00 PM
Across 380 Trapelo Road Waltham, MA , Waltham , Massachusetts 02453
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About this event
The Western Greenway 5K is a trail route starting and finishing at Elsie Turner Field on Trapelo Road in Waltham. All funds raised from the WGT will benefit the Waltham Land Trust and the RAW Series. The Waltham Land Trust's mission is to create a legacy of land conservation in Waltham by promoting, protecting, restoring, and acquiring open space. WLT envisions growth in public appreciation of natural resources, preservation and restoration of native habitat, and increased biodiversity to foster a healthier environment. The WGT is proud to be part of the Race Around Waltham (RAW) Series which encourages participation in all Waltham races and tracks runners, walkers and volunteers for prizes. Runners and walkers welcome -- tell your friends and bring the kids!
Course Description
The Western Greenway 5K is trail route starting and finishing at Elsie Turner Field on Trapelo Road in Waltham. The Western Greenway features miles of trails and old carriage roads which loop through a variety of habitats: including cattail marshes, red maple swamps, mature oak-hickory forests, vernal pools, new forests, and open meadows. The course is rocky and unpaved, therefore strollers or baby joggers are not allowed on the course.



http://walthamlandtrust.org
Parking - Very Important
Parking Area One is at the National Archives Center on Trapelo Road and along the access road. A Waltham Police Officer will be available for participants to cross Trapelo Road at a designated point.



Parking Area Two is at the Fernald School near the Shriver Medical Building about 1/2 Mile from the start. This will be a good warmup.



Notice: Parking will not be allowed in the neighborhood area and if vehicles are blocking access for emergency vehicles they will be towed at the owners expense.
Number Pick up and registration
Number pick up and registration will be available at Playmakers Bar and Grill at 342 Moody St on Saturday, October 1 from 4-7 p.m. and Sunday, October 2 beginning at 10:30 a.m.at Elsie Turner Field Waltham. Additional $5 charge for Saturday/Sunday registrations.
Sub Event Cost Distance
$25.00 5km
$15.00 5km
- - 5km
In signing this form, I agree trail running/walking is hazardous and will assume all responsibility for all risk or injury that may occurs to me while traveling to, from or while running and attending the listed activities. I hereby for myself, heirs, executors and administrators release and discharge any and all sponsors and all persons associated with the race including the City of Waltham, City of Belmont, Waltham Land Trust, Tim and Kathleen Irving, RAW Series, USA Track & Field, Inc., its members, member clubs, associations, sport disciplines and divisions;all volunteers, sponsors and organizers of the race for any injury suffered by me. I attest and certify that I am physically able and sufficiently trained for running or walking this event. Event is rain or shine and there are no refunds in the event of a cancellation. In case of a minor, this entry must be signed by parent or guardian of entrant. SecureFee™ Registration Cancellation Insurance is offered in most states. If purchased, your registration may be covered for one of the covered reasons stated in the policy.