8th Annual BENS Hope Suicide Awareness & Support 5K Run/2 Mile Walk Saturday, September 17, 2022
Event Info
New For 2022: Run/Walk Starts at Broske Center
What:
The Annual BENS Hope Suicide Awareness & Support 5K Run/2 Mile Walk event is dedicated to promoting suicide awareness, reducing the stigmas surrounding suicide, and highlighting available support services. Participants are invited to walk, jog, or run for this non-competitive run/walk event.
Where:
Run and Walk routes begin at Broske Center 400 Pitt St Platteville, WI 53818
When:
Saturday, September 17th, 2022
9:00am Check-in begins 10:00am Opening Ceremony begins 10:30am Run/Walk begins Refreshments served following Run/Walk
2 Mile Walk Route
5K Run Route
Registration Options
Registration is required for all participants regardless of age. Participants must register online by September 3, 2022 to receive a t-shirt. T-shirts are not included with day-of registrations, but limited quantities may be available for purchase. All sales are final.
Early Bird Registration (deadline Saturday, September 3)
Adult/Youth Registration: $25 Includes registration for one adult/youth and a BENS Hope t-shirt.
Adult/Youth Registration without T-Shirt: $20 Includes registration for one adult/youth only. No t-shirt included.
Child Registration (6 and under): FREE Includes free registration for one child (age 6 or under) only. No t-shirt included.
Veteran Registration: FREE In honor and thanks for your service, registration for veterans is free. Please contact us to access your free registration.
Virtual Walker Registration: $25 Can’t make event, but wish to support. No t-shirt included.
Available t-shirt sizes include Adult S, M, L, XL, XXL and Youth S, M, L, XL. T-Shirts will be provided at check-in between 9:00 and 10:15am day-of.
Registration “At-The-Door” (Saturday, September 17 only!)
Adult/Youth Registration: $35 Includes registration for one adult/youth.
Child Registration (6 and under): FREE Includes free registration for one child (age 6 or under) only.
Veteran Registration: FREE In honor and thanks for your service, registration for veterans is free.
T-shirts are not included with day-of registrations.
Online Registration
This event has ended. We are no longer taking registrations. Check back soon for the next Run/Walk event.
Frequently Asked Questions
If I am unable to participate in the walk can I still make a donation?
Yes, you are more than welcome to make a donation by mail. Please make checks payable to: “BENS Hope” and mail to the address: 660 7th Ave, Platteville, WI 53818.
Can I bring my pet/dog?
Unfortunately pets/dogs are not allowed to participate in the walk. Service dogs are more than welcome to accompany their owner on the walk.
If I register online, can I pay the day of the walk?
No, registration and payment is required to be completed online by September 2, 2022, 11:30pm CST. You are more than welcome to wait until the day of the walk to register and pay, but T-Shirts are not included with day-of registrations.
Do children need to pay?
All participants are required to register regardless of age, but children 6 and under are FREE.
Can I pick up my t-shirt early?
No, t-shirts can be picked up the day of the walk.
Can I roller blade or skateboard the run/walk route?
We kindly request that participants in the walk do not use roller blades, roller skates, wheelies, skateboards, scooters, or any other mode of wheeled transportation.
Will Run/Walk be rescheduled for inclement weather?
No, the run/walk will take place rain or shine, hot or cold. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
