Great Strides 5K for Cindy's Fund
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Great Strides Walk and 5K for Cindy's Fund
The Great Strides Walk and 5K for Cindy's Fund is an annual community event held in downtown Oakland, Maryland. The event takes place at the Mountain Fresh Farmers Market Pavilion and features both running and walking options to accommodate different participation preferences. The course consists of mostly paved surfaces, with some sections including gravel or woodland paths. For safety reasons, the route does not include the climb to the cross.
Participants can choose from several distance options:
- 5K running race
- 3 mile walking route
- 2 mile walking route
- 1 mile walking route
The 5K run is an open age group event where awards are distributed based on age categories. The walking portion is organized into stages using color-coded trail markings: blue for the 3 mile route, yellow for the 2 mile route, and red for the 1 mile route.
The event is open to participants of all ages. Children in strollers may participate for free without registration. Food is available for purchase on-site before and after the activities. Event shirts are included with registration, though availability is not guaranteed for those who register after April 25. Extra shirts may be available for purchase at the venue. Pets are not permitted at this event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
