Prairie Striders Running Club - Brookings, South Dakota

Races : Arbor Day 5K : Race Info

Brookings' "Friend of Trees," Kathleen "Kay" Cheever passed away on January 9, 2002. She is honored in this annual event. Kay was a lifelong advocate for the planting, nurturing and appreciation of trees in the Brookings area. She served on the Brookings Arbor Day Committee since its inception; she initiated this event. She inspired us with her good humor and good cheer.

Begin the Arbor Day Celebration with the Brookings Arbor Day Committee and the Prairie Striders at the Kay Cheever Annual Arbor Day Run/Walk for shade.

Free Refreshments: Muffins, fruit, juice, and milk will be available. Kids of all ages welcome!

What:	Kay Cheever Arbor Day Run (or Walk) for Shade (5K)
When:	Friday, April 29, 2011
Start Time:	6:30 a.m.
Registration:	Registration from 6:00 a.m. until Start - No pre-registration required.
Cost:	Entry fee - FREE!
Location:	SDSU HPER Center Entrance (Frost Arena)
Awards:	A Tree to each entrant.
Race Course:	A 3.1 mile Run/Walk course around and through SDSU campus. View course map »
Race Director(s):	Steve Britzman 319 5th Ave. Brookings, SD 57006 (605) 697-9058 (daytime) 697-6584 (evenings) britzmanlaw@brookings.net