Dear Editor,

Join us this Labor Day weekend for the 12th Allenspark Run Like the Wind on Saturday August 31, 2024. Sponsored by The Old Gallery, Allenspark’s community center and art gallery; the 5k race / dog jog and 2k noncompetitive walk / dog walk will be held in the heart of Allenspark, Colorado. The 5k starts at 9 a.m. and the noncompetitive 2k walk starts at 9:10 a.m.

This scenic, high-altitude, rolling course is run on mostly dirt roads amid the pine forests near Rocky Mountain National Park with stunning views of the high mountain peaks and expansive vistas. The family friendly event will also feature Nacho Mama Taco’s food truck, amazing door prizes including a 2-night stay at the YMCA of the Rockies, and live music featuring “The Reckless Ramblers.” Stick around for the post-race whimsical dog show and pet photo booth. Pet photos provided by Elena’s Barking Lot. Check out the race website for all the details at https:// www.theoldgallery.org/run-like-thewind/.

Registration is available online at GetMeRegistered.com - https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_ information.php?event_id=139463.

Race day registration will open at 7 a.m. at the Old Gallery. Race packet includes a commemorative cap with race logo, refreshments, awards and prizes for the top 3 male/female/nonbinary in age categories in addition to the top 3 overall winners.

Thank you to our fabulous sponsors – Sunshine Mountain Lodge and Trailblazer Broadband and many local businesses for their support of and donations to our event. There are opportunities for individuals and companies alike to be included as sponsors with publicity and promotion. Please contact Events Coordinator Brittni Hamilton at brittni@theoldgallery.org for sponsorship opportunities.

More information and previous year’s race photos can be found on our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RunLikeTheWind5K/.

Brad Martin

Allenspark