The Butterfly Effect Project Inc. exists to break down financial barriers that prevent individuals from accessing essential mental health and wellness services in Southern Maryland. Rooted in the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to heal, grow, and thrive, this fund supports those navigating economic hardship, insurance limitations, or systemic inequities that make therapy and wellness care inaccessible. Inspired by the transformative journey of the butterfly , The Butterfly Effect Project Inc. offers a safe space where individuals can begin their healing process and move toward meaningful change, one step at a time . Date : Sunday, October 4, 2026 Time : 8:00 am Location : Baggett Park , 26929 Three Notch Rd, Mechanicsville, MD 20659 Cost : $35 until 30 Aug - increase to $40 until 30 Sep - increase to $45 until Oct 3 at 6:00 pm (NO RACE DATE REGISTRATION) Age Group awards as follows: Over all Male and Female ; Top Male and Female in the following age groups: 10 and under,
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for October 4.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Mechanicsville, MD.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
