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Registration Open For Strong Family Farm 5K Chicken Run

Runners, register before March 31 to save $5. The first 100 entries get a free t-shirt!

VERNON, CT — On Sunday, April 5, 2020 Strong Family Farm in Vernon is hosting its 7th Annual 5K Chicken Run! This has quickly become a favorite community event at the Farm. Runners can participate in a 5K Run or 1.5 Mile Walk and a ¼ mile kids fun run. Check-in begins at 7:30am. Kids run at 8:30am and the 5K Run/ 1.5 Mile Walk begins at 9:00am.

Runners can easily register online or download a paper form from www.strongfamilyfarm.org. Register before March 31 and save $5! Plus the first 100 people to register get free t-shirts!

A host of fun free family activities will accompany the Chicken Run. The baby chicks, part of the Backyard Chicken Program, will arrive at the farm, plus a special appearance from Clucky T. Rooster and rabbits from the Hop-A-Long 4-H Club. Runners will have water along the course, as well as snacks and fresh fruit at the finish. The Farm Store will be open for a pre-season sale of eggs, jams, relishes, and baked items from LuAnn’s Bakery.

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Thanks to our Gold Sponsor, ProHealth Chiropractics of South Windsor for their support. If you or your business is interested in sponsoring the event, you can find more information on our website at www.strongfamilyfarm.org/annual-5k-chicken-run.

Strong Family Farm is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organizations. All proceeds support Strong Family Farm and future events.

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