RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Ponca, AR

Date
June 27, 2026
Location
Ponca, AR
Venue
AR-43 HWY
Start Time
8:00 AM
Entry Fee
$35.00
Events
RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K
Includes
T-Shirt
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Please join us on Saturday, June 27, 2026 in downtown Ponca, AR. The race will begin at the Lost Valley Store and Canoe Rental located on Hwy 43 at 8:00 am. Registration will begin @ 7 a.m. The course takes place in the beautiful Boxley Valley on Hwy 43. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome! Funds from the 5K help the Jasper/Newton County Kiwanis support our local youth and graduating seniors with scholarships.

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RUNNING WITH THE ELK 5K RUN/WALK 2026 — Ponca, AR

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Race Travel Insurance

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You've trained for months and booked a trip to Ponca, AR. 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.

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  • Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
  • Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
  • Emergency medical up to $250,000
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