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5K, 10K & 1-mile fun run - Deer Dash on Sunday, May 3

Register now for the Deerfield Park District's annual Deer Dash, set for Sunday, May 3, at Jaycee Park, in Deerfield. Deer Dash runs start at 7:30 a.m. Event includes options for a 5K Run, 10K Run and 1-Mile Fun Run. Deer Dash is designed for both beginning and experienced runners eight years old and up. There is enough to challenge competitors at all levels. There are no age group awards; everyone who finishes is a winner. The Dash will help participants sharpen their competitive skills in running and get in shape for other area events.

Registrations for Deer Dash (Activity #363301) may be done online at www.deerfieldpark.org or in person at Jewett Park Community Center, 836 Jewett Park Drive, in Deerfield. The last day to register at Deerfield Park District is Wednesday, April 29. The per person fee, which includes a T-shirt, race packet and refreshments is $20 per resident; $25 per nonresident. After April 29, registration is available by walk up on race day if space is available. Fees will increase to $25 per residents; $30 per nonresident.

Check in for Deer Dash starts at 6:30 a.m. and closes at 7:15 a.m. To sign up on race day, you must register before 7:30 a.m. Deer Dash is organized and run by the Coho Swim Club, co-sponsored by Deerfield Park District and the Park District of Highland Park. Race coordinators say, "We warmly welcome your participation and hope you will make this event a must on your yearly athletic calendar."

For more information about the Deer Dash, you may visit www.deerfieldparks.org, call Jeff Napolski at 847-572-2626, or email jeff@deerfieldparks.org.

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