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Date, Time, & Location
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Starting waves begin at 9:00 a.m. Final wave will begin at 9:50 a.m. The race course will close 60 minutes after the release of the final wave.
Channahon State Park
Packet Pick Up
All registered participates will receive a goodie bag complete with individually numbered bib with chip-timer and a commemorative Forte 5k hoodie.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be NO race-day packet pickup. Packets must be picked up on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Channahon Junior High School, 24917 W Sioux Dr., Channahon, IL 60410 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A table will be set up at the front entrance of the school. Masks MUST be worn while picking up your packet.
Please contact us at Forte5kRace@gmail.com if you need to discuss other arrangements for packet pickup.
Prohibited Items
No pets, skateboards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled devices are permitted on the race course. Participants with baby joggers or strollers are allowed, however they must start in the final wave, behind the other participants.
Wave Start and COVID-19 Guidelines
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the start of the race will be divided into six, 40-person waves beginning at 9:00 a.m. Waves will start every 10 minutes until the final wave is released at 9:50 a.m. Wave times can be selected by participants at time of registration on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Please keep the following social distancing and safety guidelines in mind prior to registering to participate in this event:
Parking
There will be ample street parking in the neighborhood outside of Channahon State Park. Please refrain from parking on the race course on Canal St. south of Story St.
Finish Line and Refreshments
There will be water and a selection of baked goods donated from our music booster families available for participants once they have crossed the finish line. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the refreshments will be pre-bagged and self-service. Once participants have picked up their refreshments, they should proceed to their vehicle. Participants will not be allowed to congregate near the finish line.
Age Groups and Awards
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Age groups are 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & up.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be NO race-day award ceremony and results will NOT be posted on site. Results will be posted as soon as possible online at Forte5k.com and at ItsRaceTime.com. Participants may choose to receive a text message with their finish time shortly after crossing the finish line. This option can be selected at registration.
Awards will need to be picked up after the race on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Channahon Junior High School, 24917 W Sioux Dr., Channahon, IL 60410 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A table will be set up at the front entrance of the school. Masks MUST be worn while picking up your award.
Inclement Weather & Emergency Communication
The race will be held rain or shine. However, the race may be delayed, ended early, or canceled due to severe weather (including lightening) or any other event causing unsafe conditions for our participants and volunteers. In the event of a delay or cancellation, announcements will be made via our website, Facebook page, and emails to participants.
Saturday, October 23, 2021
Starting waves begin at 9:00 a.m. Final wave will begin at 9:50 a.m. The race course will close 60 minutes after the release of the final wave.
Channahon State Park
Packet Pick Up
All registered participates will receive a goodie bag complete with individually numbered bib with chip-timer and a commemorative Forte 5k hoodie.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be NO race-day packet pickup. Packets must be picked up on Friday, October 22, 2021 at Channahon Junior High School, 24917 W Sioux Dr., Channahon, IL 60410 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. A table will be set up at the front entrance of the school. Masks MUST be worn while picking up your packet.
Please contact us at Forte5kRace@gmail.com if you need to discuss other arrangements for packet pickup.
Prohibited Items
No pets, skateboards, roller blades, unauthorized bicycles, or any other wheeled devices are permitted on the race course. Participants with baby joggers or strollers are allowed, however they must start in the final wave, behind the other participants.
Wave Start and COVID-19 Guidelines
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the start of the race will be divided into six, 40-person waves beginning at 9:00 a.m. Waves will start every 10 minutes until the final wave is released at 9:50 a.m. Wave times can be selected by participants at time of registration on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Please keep the following social distancing and safety guidelines in mind prior to registering to participate in this event:
- Participants must follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines.
- Participants must be in good health and symptom-free from any illness for at least 2 weeks prior to the event.
- The race will be limited to 240 participants. All registrations will be done online in advance. There will be NO race-day registration.
- Participants or spectators will not be allowed to congregate near the starting area or finish line before, during, or after the race. Participants should approach the starting area ready to run and proceed to their vehicle as soon as they finish the race.
- Waves will be released every 10 minutes. Participants must refrain from entering the starting area prior to their designated wave time. Participants will be allowed to enter the starting area ten minutes prior to their start time, after the prior wave has been released.
- Social distancing guidelines must be followed while in the staring area. There will be markings on the ground in the starting area to help participants maintain a six-foot distance.
- Masks MUST be worn while in the starting area. Participants will be allowed to remove their masks once they are on the course and social distancing guidelines can be followed. Masks should be put back on while passing other participants or anywhere else a six-foot distance cannot be maintained.
- There will be one self-service aid station on the course shortly before the 2 mile marker with small water bottles. If any other support is necessary, participants are encouraged to carry their own water or other nutrition.
- There will be minimal volunteers on the course to help guide participants. Participants are expected to know the course prior to starting and remain aware of signs and course markings to guide them in the correct direction.
- These guidelines are subject to change based on the current CDC guidelines on race day.
Parking
There will be ample street parking in the neighborhood outside of Channahon State Park. Please refrain from parking on the race course on Canal St. south of Story St.
Finish Line and Refreshments
There will be water and a selection of baked goods donated from our music booster families available for participants once they have crossed the finish line. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, the refreshments will be pre-bagged and self-service. Once participants have picked up their refreshments, they should proceed to their vehicle. Participants will not be allowed to congregate near the finish line.
Age Groups and Awards
Awards will be given to the top three overall male and female finishers and to the top three male and female finishers in each age group. Age groups are 9 & under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65 & up.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be NO race-day award ceremony and results will NOT be posted on site. Results will be posted as soon as possible online at Forte5k.com and at ItsRaceTime.com. Participants may choose to receive a text message with their finish time shortly after crossing the finish line. This option can be selected at registration.
Awards will need to be picked up after the race on Saturday, October 23, 2021 at Channahon Junior High School, 24917 W Sioux Dr., Channahon, IL 60410 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. A table will be set up at the front entrance of the school. Masks MUST be worn while picking up your award.
Inclement Weather & Emergency Communication
The race will be held rain or shine. However, the race may be delayed, ended early, or canceled due to severe weather (including lightening) or any other event causing unsafe conditions for our participants and volunteers. In the event of a delay or cancellation, announcements will be made via our website, Facebook page, and emails to participants.
