Lace up your running shoes to run or walk with Scouting America’s Great Falls Council! The Adventure Awaits 5k is open to all ages, and beginners are welcome. As you walk or run, you will be able to take in the scenery and atmosphere at Riverfront Park. This is a great way for avid runners, walkers, and families to get outdoors and support Scouting in their community. Strollers are welcome. Please no dogs allowed. The race will be held at the Riverfront Park in Sayre Borough, Pennsylvania with a mix of trail and road experience. Restrooms are available, and there will be at least one water stop along the race from local Scouts. Pre-race packet pick up will be held on Friday, August 28th from 5:30 to 7:00 pm (Location TBD). Day-of packet pick up will take place from 7:00 am to 7:45 am. There is a flag ceremony from local Scouts to kick off the morning at 8:00 am. Followed by the Kids Fun Run at 8:15 am. Then the 5k run/walk begins at 8:30 am. Early registration through RunSignup is encouraged for a reduced fee of $25. Receive a free race t-shirt if you register by August 1st! Registration at packet pick up is $30. For Friday 8/28 and Saturday 8/29, only cash or checks are accepted. An awards ceremony will follow shortly after the race, with awards for the top men's and women's categories for the following age groups: under 12, 13-17, 18-22, 23-30, 30-39, 40-49, 50-64, 65+. The Overall Top Man and Woman will also receive a special prize. The Kids’ Fun Run (about 400 meters) is for youth ages 2-10, and will take place at 8:15 am. Every child who participates will receive a prize. Also, the park has just added a nice playground for kids to come and enjoy! This race is chip-timed by Falcon Race Timing. About Great Falls Council: Great Falls Council, Scouting America (formally known as Boy Scouts of America) provides a well rounded program that promotes physical, mental, and emotional development while fostering a lifelong love of learning and adventure. We currently serve over 5,000 youth across the six districts in our council. This race is hosted in Bradford County, which is a part of the Winding Rivers District of Great Falls Council. The Winding Rivers District serves over 470 Scouts and recruits year-round. Money raised from this race will help keep costs down for families and help provide a program that youth can use throughout their lives. Scouts is open to all youth ages 5-17 with opportunities to join a Venture Crew until age 20.