Tree Trot returns to Blue River Memorial Park April 27

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The Third Annual 5K Run/Walk Tree Trot will be April 27 at Shelbyville’s Blue River Memorial Park.

All proceeds from the event will go directly to purchasing big trees to plant on the cross country course at Blue River Memorial Park. The goal is to plant one of every single species of tree native to Indiana.

Pre-registration continues until April 6. The $30 fee includes free breakfast and a T-shirt. Registration rises to $40 after April 6 and lasts to April 17.

Day of registration fee is $50 with no guarantee of a T-shirt.

Race day check-in on April 27 is 7 to 8 a.m. at the shelter house at Blue River Memorial Park, 725 Lee Boulevard.

Race begins at 8:15 a.m.

Follow the link to register: https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=139589&utm_source=substack&utm_medium=email&fbclid=IwAR0D7CifrJOsjQlRo6932JaswfgcRrrrxIm_1poonrFaj9jfKBs9S34htDk

There will be age group winners, both male and female. Winners receive a plotted tree sapling and a handmade medal. Age groups include 12-and-under, 13-18, 19-30, and 31 and over.

Children are welcome at the event. In addition to the 5K, there will be face painting, games and breakfast.

This event is organized by the Shelbyville High School National Honor Society and Earth Club.

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