Community Corner
Local 5K Races in and Around Severna Park
A roundup of races in Anne Arundel County and nearby areas offers runners, and some walkers, a chance to get fit this spring.
The arrival of warm weather means that there is no longer a good excuse to avoid lacing up the
running shoes. For those who want to test themselves against some fellow pavement pounders,
there are plenty of local races in the next few weeks. Many of these 5K and “fun run” events
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raise money for a good cause, with a number of PTAs for local schools getting in on the action.
Here’s a list of races in the area during the next several weeks.
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The 5K starts and stops at the south end zone of the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium in
Annapolis and goes through the neighboring community of Admiral Heights. It is a hilly and
challenging course. Proceeds go to the Admiral Heights community.
Entry fee: $10 (14 and younger), $20 (ages 15 to 19) and $25 (age 20 and older) before April
21. On race day, all registrations are $30, except for $5 youth registrations.
April 30
Support the Severna Park school in its efforts to get top-notch equipment, including SMART
Boards and Slates and Lightspeeds. Two dollars from each entry fee for the 5K and 1-mile run
will go to the Chesapeake Bay Foundation in Annapolis. The run will start at the school and go
along the B&A Trail.
Entry fee: $35 for the 5K, $20 for the fun run
May 1
Folger McKinsey 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run
Kinder Farm Park will host this race to benefit the PTA at Folger McKinsey Elementary School.
All registrants get a free tote bag.
Entry fee: $20 per person/$50 per family by April 26; prices go up an additional $5 per person
and $10 per family on day of the race
May 7
Celebrate the North Anne Arundel Chamber of Commerce Chamber (NAACCC) Community
Day. There will be free health screenings, crafts and giveaways. The 5K is a flat course along
the B&A Trail, starting at the Bruster’s Ice Cream shop in Glen Burnie.
Entry fee: $15 for 5K runners, $8 for fun run
Entry fee: $20, or $25 on race day
May 15
The 1 Mile Run begins at 8 a.m around the school for grades 5 and younger. The race begins at 8:30 a.m beginning and ending at the school with a mostly flat course with rolling hills through the community. Mile markers at 1 and 2 miles. Water station at Mile 2. Finish line provided by Annapolis Striders. Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-up is from 7 to 7:45 a.m. Awards at 9:15 a.m
Entry Fee: $15/1 Mile and $20/5K. After April 13: $20/1Mile and $25/5K. T-shirts not guaranteed for registration after April 13.
Terrapin and the Hare 5K Adventure Race
Head to Terrapin Adventures in Savage for this race to benefit Playworks DC, a charity that
supports physical activities in low-income schools. There is also a 1-mile walk.
Entry fee: $25, plus a $25 recommended donation; $15 for the walk, with a $25 recommended
donation
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