The GRC Summer Running Program is designed to keep children active during the summer months. This program is offered for all children ages 14 and under. There is no fee to participate. The program starts Tuesday, June 2, 2026. It’ll last seven weeks. Children will keep a log of how many miles they run during the seven weeks. They will need to set a goal of 13 miles (half marathon) or 26 miles (full marathon). Each week we will offer a group run to give the kids a chance to run and play together. They can count the miles they run with the group and miles they run at home as part of the program. During group runs, children will be required to follow the group leader’s rules. Please discuss safety with them prior to the runs. They must follow the rules for their safety and the safety of the group. We will offer an end of the summer awards celebration to honor the kids for all their hard work. Group Runs begin Tuesday June 2, 2026. All runs will be on Tuesday’s and begin AT 6pm at various
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for June 2.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Gadsden, AL.
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
