17th Annual Run for the Dry Forest Saturday, October 19, 2024
Come join us for a run through the dry forest, at Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a! The Run for the Dry Forest is a 10K run, 5K run/walk, and 1/4-mile keiki run. The 10K run starts at 7:45am and is an “extreme trail running experience” featuring a 1200 ft. elevation gain in the first 3 miles. The 5K starts at 8:00am and is suitable for most people and jogging strollers. The keiki run starts at 9:30am and is perfect for little legs as well as parents. There will also be educational booths and a silent auction with items from local businesses. It’s fun for the whole family!
Pu‘uwa‘awa‘a is home to several species of endangered birds and many endangered plants, some of which are found nowhere else in the world. Proceeds from the race events contribute to conservation of these species. Registration is required. General registration is open and is $45 for adults and $25 for children 14 and under. Registration increases during race week to $65 for adults and $30 for children. So sign up now as there will be no race day registration. This is a cupless event! To reduce waste, a collapsible, reusable race cup will be included in each registration packet. PLEASE NOTE: No pets are allowed, as there are endangered nene geese in the area. Time: 6:45 am to noon. For more information and to register visit the Akaka Foundation for Tropical Forests website at akakaforests.org/run.
- Event Area: West Hawaiʻi
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