The Bridge Sports Complex is hosting a pair of foot races on New Year’s Day. “Chill in the Hills” will feature both a 5K race and 1.5-mile race, both utilizing the cross-country course at the complex.As it is happening on the first day of a new year, organizers are incorporating a play on the No. 1.
Registration opens today, 11-11. The 5K race starts at 11 a.m. on 1-1 and the 1.5-mile race starts at 1 p.m.
Registration is $35 for the 5K, $20 for the 1.5-mile race or $45 for both, Register at www.thebridgewv.com. The first 60 registrants will receive a “Chill in the Hills” souvenir mug. There will be no refunds.
“We understand the weather may be 40 degrees and sunny or it may be 10 degrees and snowing,” said Alyson Piot, business development coordinator at The Bridge. “We are hoping that is going to be what makes it fun!”
All participants are asked to bring an item to be donated to a local humane society.