Snowshoe Shuffle 5k

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Snowshoe Shuffle 5k :
Running : Run 3.1 Miles
  • Race Date: Saturday, February 2, 2013
  • Start Time: 9:00 AM
  • Entry Fee:$30 by 1/27/2013
    ($35 after)
  • Location:YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin
  • Address: 1095 N Briggs Rd
  • City/State/Zip:Middleville, Michigan 49333
  • Country: USA

Join us Saturday February 2, 2013 at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin for our Snowshoe Shuffle 5K! We will travel over snow covered wooded trails. In the event that this snow doesnt cooperate, be prepared to stash the snowshoes and put on your hiking/running shoes.

Registration is open now! Early registration is $30. Check out www.ymcasnowshoeshuffle for more info.

Event proceeds with benefit YMCA Camp Manitou-Lins scholarship fund- allowing kids to experience a week of summer camp.

YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin is just 25 minutes south of Grand Rapids in Middleville.

Course Information:



Located on the grounds of beautiful YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin, this 5K snowshoe race winds through 200 plus acres of pristine winter woodlands.
First time snowshoes, experts, and athletes of all ages will are welcome to experience a day of outdoor activity and fun for the whole family.
The mostly flat 5 kilometer course provides the perfect degree of difficulty for anyone looking to fulfill their desire for outdoor activity in the middle of winter.

  Course Map

Directions:

Saturday, February 2, 2013 at 9:00am
YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin

Registration
$30.00 | Individuals
$35.00 | Late registration (1/27/13 at 11:59pm)

Day of Registration
7:30-8:45am Saturday, February 2nd, 2013

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YMCA Camp Manitou-lin

Snowshoe Photo

Day of rentals available on a first come first serve basis. 
Limited quanity, contact us by phone at 616-855-9622.

$10 Adult Snowshoes
$5 Kids Snowshoes

Bill & Pauls

Bill & Pauls has a selection of showshoes for rental and purchase.

Receive a $5 rental discount with proof of registration for Snowshoe Shuffle. 
Please plan to reserve your shoes a week ahead of the event. Reservations must be prepaid.
There are 10 pairs available so reserve early!

http://www.billandpauls.com/

Location:
Bill and Paul's Sporthaus
1200 East Paris Ave, S.E. 
Grand Rapids, MI, 49546 
616.458.1684

Other Info:

Day of Registration
7:30-8:45am Saturday, February 2nd, 2013

What to Bring
Snowshoes, Running Shoes or Hiking Boots, Gloves, Hat, Thermals, Leggings and other Winter Wear.
Bag check-in available - Keep your clothes dry!

Snow-covered woods, hot chocolate, s'mores, roaring fireplaces and snowshoeing are all offered at YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin's Snowshoe Shuffle; the best of what winter in Michigan has to offer all in one place. If you are looking to work off a few holiday dinners, enjoy snowshoeing through beautiful West Michigan or simply want to try something new and fun for the entire family, then the Snowshoe Shuffle is for you. Snowshoeing is quick and easy to learn, so come one and all for a day of outdoor winter fun!

Located on the grounds of beautiful YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin, this 5K snowshoe race winds through 200 plus acres of pristine winter woodlands. First time snowshoes, experts, and athletes of all ages will are welcome to experience a day of outdoor activity and fun for the whole family. The mostly flat 5 kilometer course provides the perfect degree of difficulty for anyone looking to fulfill their desire for outdoor activity in the middle of winter.

After the race, participants are welcome to enjoy hot coco and other post-race refreshments in the warm and friendly confines of Camp Manitou-Lin's lodge. Awards will be presented to top male and female participants.

This event's proceeds will benefit YMCA Camp Manitou-Lin, helping to make Camp experiences possible for all children.

No snow on the ground? No worries! Just bring your running shoes or hiking boots and prepare for a one-of-a-kind trail experience.

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