MedZou Ophthalmology 5K
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Event overview
The MedZou Ophthalmology Annual 5K is a run/walk held in Columbia, Missouri, at Twin Lakes Recreation Area (Twin Lakes Shelter). The event is organized by the University of Missouri’s Ophthalmology Department to support MedZou’s free clinic for underserved patients. The listed location address is 2500 Chapel Hill Rd, Columbia, MO 65203.
Purpose and fundraising
The event raises funds for MedZou's Community Health Clinic to support ophthalmologic care for underserved populations. Money raised is intended to purchase equipment, including an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) machine. The page shows a fundraising goal of $7,000 and a current amount raised.
Course
The course follows the MKT Trail to a turnaround at the 1.55-mile mark and returns along the same path to the finish. A hydration station is located at the turnaround point.
Registration and logistics
The registration fee is listed as $25. Online registration has a deadline to reserve an official race t-shirt; that deadline is March 13. T-shirt pickup is available Friday, April 11, from 2:00-5:00 pm at the PCCLC Health Science Library, or on race day from 8:00-8:45 am. The event page notes additional on-site activities such as food trucks, games and raffles. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
