Bucks County Foodshed Alliance (BCFA) invites runners and lovers of local food to Run and Walk for Our Farms on Saturday, Oct. 16 on Delaware Valley University’s scenic campus.
The Foodshed 5K is a chip-timed run with multiple prize categories. This year, BCFA is also hosting a 3K Walk and special scavenger hunt for children and families. The 5K sets off at 9 a.m. and the 3K Walk will begin at 10 a.m. Same-day registration begins on campus at 8 a.m.
To ensure the run goes off safely despite the coronavirus, BCFA will use a state-of-the-art timing system. Chronotrack RFID chip timing captures touchless individual runner times and allows for safe distancing with continuous start and finish lines; no need for a crowded mass start or cramped chute at the finish. The system instantly identifies winning times.
The course traverses mostly paved terrain around Delaware Valley University’s traffic free scenic rural campus. All proceeds benefit Bucks County Foodshed Alliance, a grassroots nonprofit dedicated to building a resilient local food system in the community through education and collaboration.
Bucks County Foodshed Alliance supports local food producers and consumers through farmers markets, farm tours, educational programs, online resources, and more.
Registration is now open at BucksFoodshed.org/5K. Follow the individual links to register for the 5K Run or the 3K Walk. The registration link for the 5K Run will take you to CompuScore’s online form; registration through Sept. 30 (online) is $30 and on race-day (cash or check in-person) is $35. The registration for the 3K walk is $10 per adult, $5 per child (12 and under), $25 per family of three or more.
The event is rain or shine, and no refunds can be issued. A race t-shirt provided for all 5K and 3K Walk registrants while supplies last.
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