The Drayton Youth Centre is planning a fundraising event organizers hope will attract plenty of people to town on June 1.
Inspired by the popular Tough Mudder events, the centre is planning a six-kilometre Mud Run which will take advantage of the village’s river and trails. Unlike the military-style training character of Tough Mudder events, organizers promise the local mud run will be “a little less painful,” but will still include numerous obstacles and “definitely lots of mud and water.”
The purpose, organizers note, “is to have a mess of fun.” Registrants must be 14 years of age or older. Participants who sign up early on the Running Room website will pay $60 until the end of March. The fee will be $65 in April and May. Anyone raising a minimum of $120 in support will receive $40 back on registration fees.
Participants can also sign up as a team of four to eight members. Businesses or Sports teams can challenge other businesses/teams to a friendly competition. Prizes will be awarded in several categories, including best outfits, team spirit, most helpful, and of course, first across the finish line.
Participants may sign up at http://www.events.runningroom.com/site/?raceId=8809. They may also follow the event on Twitter and Facebook. For more information or to be a volunteer crew member contact Donna Hirtle at 519-638-0888 or Dahl Atin 519-638-3651.
