Spring race at MCSP on April 18

Does a run or walk through flowering dogwood trees and spring wildflowers sound invigorating? Lace up your shoes and get ready for the Friends of McCormick's Creek 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, April 18 at McCormick's Creek State Park.

The paved race route begins at the Nature Center and makes a loop through some of the most scenic areas of the park. Families, friends, co-workers and individuals enjoy fellowship and encouragement as they strive for their best personal times. Owen Valley cheerleaders are also on hand to keep you motivated!

Packet pick up and on-site registration begin at 7 a.m. at the Nature Center and the starting pistol fires at 8:30 a.m. There is an optional post-race pancake breakfast for only $5, but please register early so adequate supplies can be purchased. An awards ceremony will follow the race with recognition of age group and overall winners in the Run and Walk divisions.

Early entries will receive a discount. Register online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/IN/Spencer/FriendsMcCormicksCreek5k.

Those registering before April 3 can receive a race shirt. Late registrants may receive shirts while supplies last. Proceeds from the race fund park improvements and educational programs.

The Friends of McCormick's Creek would like to thank the following race sponsors:

Platinum Sponsors: Hoosier Energy and Sweet Owen Convention & Visitors Bureau. Gold Sponsors: Spencer Lions Club, Owen County State Bank and Boston Scientific. Silver Sponsors: Green Dental and Insurance Services, Inc. Bronze Sponsors: Home Team Properties, Crane Credit Union, Commercial Service, RE/MAX Select Associates, Byers Home Furnishings, Butterfly Hill Flower Farm, Friends of MYPath, Endeavor Communications, Farm Bureau Insurance, Ridgeline Veterinary Services and Racetrackers. Additional Sponsors: Canyon Inn and Nite Owl Promotions.

Finish line refreshments provided by McDonald's of Spencer and Babbs Supermarket.