Run for Recovery 12K
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Run for Recovery 12K
Run for Recovery is an organized and timed trail event at Chickakoo Lake Recreation Area in Parkland County on August 26, 2027. The event is family friendly and open to runners and walkers of varying abilities.
Distances offered
- 12K Trail Run with 50% technical single-track, 50% rolling Nordic track, about 350 m elevation change
- 6K Trail Run / Walk on 100% Nordic track with rolling hills
- 3K Trail Run / Walk flat on double-wide trails, suitable for all ages
- 1.2K Kids Fun Run flat treed loop
Registration opens April 24, 2027. Fees listed are 12K and 6K $60, 3K $40, and 1.2K free. A reduced registration option is available by committing to fundraise at least $100 for one of the charity partners.
Event logistics note the presence of aid stations on course and outhouses onsite. Start and finish areas will offer food for purchase. The park remains open to the general public. Dogs are not permitted on the race course and strollers or baby joggers are not allowed on the 12K course.
All finishers receive a medal. 12K, 6K, and 3K entries include event branded swag. Awards are given to top three male and female finishers by age category and to overall top finishers in the 12K and 6K. Proceeds after expenses are shared equally with the listed charity partners and all fundraising donations go directly to those charities. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
