Brainy Day Trail Run 10K & 5K

08/11/18

10k 5k charity Family Friendly trail running

The 12th Annual Brainy Day 5k and 10k Trail Run on August 11, 2018 in Nunica, Michigan is a fun, community event to support and raise awareness for those who suffer from a neurological condition called hydrocephalus. All proceeds are donated to The Brainy Day Fund, which supports families through a scholarship program as well as provides research grants for medical professionals looking to end hydrocephalus.
The 5K course includes sandy areas, some hills, beautiful wooded areas, a pond and amazing Nunica farmland. It is a great first trail run for beginners and a moderately fast course for trail lovers of all skill levels.
The 10K course is challenging, but offers a sense of accomplishment that will empower you and leave you feeling awesome. Much hillier than the 5k, the course is breathtakingly stunning in more than one way. The 10K course is perfect for adventure-seeking, nature-loving trail runners.
NEW and RETURNING in 2018:

  • Brainy Day After Party – presented by Odd Side Ales
    • The family friendly post-race party is open to runners and their families and friends. Food and beverages will be available (non-alcoholic and alcoholic); race participants will receive vouchers for freebies.
  • Custom Finisher Medals for all finishers
  • New Logo and Reflective Printing on the Shirts
    • Expanded Apparel options
  • Cash Prizes, Unique Extra Medal, and Commemorative Brainy Day Stein for the Overall Top 3 Males and Females in both the 5k and 10k
  • Farm Fresh Vegetables for Age Group Winners – presented by Mellema Farms

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