25th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5K Run/Walk

25th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5K Run/Walk Race Information

<p>We invite you to come out for the<b> 25th Annual Hank Aaron State Trail 5k Run/Walk!</b> </p> <p><b>Saturday, August 9, 8:30am<br /></b>All Event Activities and Parking in the Uecker Lot.  </p> <p>The Hank Aaron State Trail 5K attracts more than 1,500 people of all abilities and ages.</p> <p>Join in this lively community family-friendly stroll OR for a Personal Record with Professional Chip Timing</p> <p><b>Featuring: A Flat and Fast course, right in the heart of Milwaukee.</b></p> <p>The course winds through the beautiful Three Bridges Park, through restored prairie. This route is steeped in history and located along Milwaukee&#39;s former rail and industrial corridor. The transformation continues!</p> <p>Come out to support the Hank Aaron State Trail&#39;s largest fundraiser.<br />The after-party is one of the best around! </p> <h2><b>EVENT HIGHLIGHTS</b></h2> <ul><li>All participants receive a commemorative t-shirt.</li><li>Family-friendly, community event! Strollers welcome. Sorry, no dogs.  </li><li>Prizes for teams and top 3 male and female runners in fifteen age categories.</li><li>Live DJ music </li><li>Complimentary Coffee, Tea &amp; Goodies before.</li><li>Ice Cream, Burgers &amp; Treats after.  </li><li>Proceeds benefit the trail and send kids to Bike Adventure Camp each summer!</li><li>Race Results Ceremony! Race results are available immediately online on the day of the event </li><li><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Teams of 8 or more get a registration deal</a> AND logo on their t-shirts! Also eligible for <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">team prizes</a>!</li><li>Check out all the great items on our online silent auction (coming in July)</li><li>Race proceeds support ALL major initiatives of the Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail</li></ul> <p>_______________________________________________________________</p> <h4><b>Race proceeds support all major initiatives of </b><b>The Friends of Hank Aaron State Trail, including:</b></h4> <ul><li>Sending kids to <a href="https://www.hankaaronstatetrail.org/bike-adventure-camps" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Bike Adventure Camp</a> each summer</li><li><a href="https://www.hankaaronstatetrail.org/stew-crews" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Stew Crews</a> that keep the trail clean from spring through fall</li><li><a href="https://www.hankaaronstatetrail.org/art-on-the-trail" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Art and maintenance along the trail</a> such as our most recent project, the <a href="https://www.hankaaronstatetrail.org/people-of-the-road" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">People of the Road Monument</a>.</li></ul> <p>The restoration of the trail and adjacent areas has provided green space for recreation, wildlife habitat, and improved ecology. Altogether, the Hank Aaron State <span style="color:#3e5660">Trail is a unique destination and undeniable community asset for all to enjoy.</span></p> <p><span style="color:#3e5660">_______________________________________________________________</span></p> <h2><b>The Event</b></h2> <h5><b>Registration Includes:</b></h5> <ul><li>Chip-timed event</li><li>Live DJ for entertainment before and after the event</li><li>Commemorative t-shirt - youth and unisex adult sizing. </li><li>Awards for top three female and male finishers in each age category </li></ul> <p><b>______________________________________________________________</b></p> <h4><b>TEAMS</b></h4> <p>Supporting a great cause is more fun with friends! Pull together a group of 8&#43; from work, high school, bike club, church, neighborhood .. and register your TEAM today!</p> <ul><li>Team Decorated Shirt to add to morale boosting.</li><li>Additional recognition - <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">prizes for teams</a> include Largest Team, Fastest Team, and Team Spirit trophies.</li><li>Winning teams receive a prestigious annual traveling award for bragging rights until next year!</li><li style="font-weight:bold"><strong>Minimum 8 entrants to qualify as a Team.</strong></li><li>Prepare for upcoming scholastic seasons! See <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">scholastic registration information</a> here.</li></ul> <p><a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-1" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">See more on team registration.</a></p> <p><b>_______________________________________________________________</b></p> <h4><b>Awards</b></h4> <p>Awards will be given to individuals and teams! <a href="https://runsignup.com/Race/HankAaronStateTrail5K/Page-2" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">See more here.</a></p> <p>_______________________________________________________________</p> <h4><b>Family &amp; Stroller Friendly Event</b></h4> <p>The HAST 5K is a family-friendly community event with runners and walkers of all ages. You don’t have to be a runner to participate – you are most welcome to walk the course and strollers are most welcome! We do ask that strollers cue up at the back of the group. If you are not interested in your time, please choose the “UNTIMED&#34; 5K Event.  </p> <p>_______________________________________________________________</p> <h4><b>Sponsorship Opportunities</b></h4> <p>Learn more about <a href="https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/40zfhxsevo0u6rgjbbryo/2025-5K-Sponsorship-Packet.pdf?rlkey=nwwcm07yfkhb4ok11vqg1ff42&amp;st=qa3bgfj0&amp;dl=0" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">sponsorship opportunities</a> by contacting us at 414.563.7051 or Info&#64;HankAaronStateTrail.org</p> <p>______________________________________________________________</p> <h4><b>Silent Auction</b></h4> <p><a href="https://www.32auctions.com/HankAaronStateTrail" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Silent Auction Information</a> to support the HAST will open August 2, 2025.</p>