Monday, May 2, 2016

This Saturday, run for the stars!

7th Annual Frosty Drew 5K Classic Run/Walk May 7

Frosty Drew Nature Center & Observatory will kick off its season of outdoor activity with the 7th annual Frosty Drew 5K Classic Run/Walk on Saturday, May 7, 2016, rain or shine. Individuals and teams are welcome at this fun event for all ages.

The scenic course winds through the natural treasures of Ninigret Park in Charlestown, RI. This is a family-friendly event, with a Children’s Fun Run beginning at 11:00 am and the 5K race/walk starting at 11:15 am.

The first 100 registrants will receive a T-Shirt. Registration fee is $25.00 per person if pre-registered by May 6, 2016. Registration is $30.00 the day of the race, beginning at 10:00 am. Children 10 and under are free. Apple pies will be offered to the top finishers and certificates for teams with the best costume theme.


South County Hospital, Kelsey’s Exteriors, Hardwood Design, Kenyon Law Associates /Priority Title Company, Thorp & Trainer Insurance Agency, Holy Cow Ice Cream Shop, and Dave’s Coffee are this year’s sponsors of the Frosty Drew 5K. Charlestown Mini-Super donates the winning apple pies and Randall Realtors supplies fruit.

Proceeds from the Frosty Drew 5K Classic are used to support the Frosty Drew Nature Center & Observatory’s mission of delivering environmental education to people of all ages, with a primary focus on marine and aquatic habitats and the night sky.

For further information please email race@frostydrew.org or call 401-364-9508.

Download the registration form on the website: http://frostydrew.org/5k or copy the form below.

The Frosty Drew Nature Center & Observatory is an independent, educational nonprofit located at 62 Park Lane, in Ninigret Park, Charlestown, RI, off of U.S. Route 1.