This Race is for the Birds

Since 2002, we have held an annual running event, called "This Race Is For the Birds," on the beautiful 538-acre campus of the National Conservation Training Center. Originally a simple 5K run, the event in recent years has been expanded to include two professionally timed trail races: one 4.9 miles in length and another that covers 7.7 miles. There is also a self-timed, 2-mile run/walk for families and a 1-mile fun run for children. The children's fun run is free. There is a fee to enter the other portions of the event.

All proceeds are used to support Potomac Valley Audubon's programs for children, and all fees are tax deductible. The event is typically held in the spring and registrations begin by the beginning of February. Online registration will be available there after the registration period opens.

If you'd like to be an official sponsor of this year's race, you find more information here.  A complete Sponsorship Packet is also available.

• Visit the race web site, www.raceforthebirds.org