CLEARLAKE — In partnership its major sponsor, the City of Clearlake, the Lake County Chamber of Commerce is holding the inaugural Move, Lake County! 5K Fun Run and Wellness Faire on Aug. 27.
The event kicks off at 8 a.m. with a 5K Fun Run that will start and end in Austin Park in Clearlake. The carefully curated course will allow the Fun Run participants (runners, joggers, and walkers are all welcome) to enjoy the residential neighborhoods of the area, Redbud Park, and the scenery of the business district along the shores of Clear Lake with a finish line in Austin Park.
Fun Run participants will enjoy a light, refreshing breakfast directly after the Fun Run. Fun Run participants, their families and friends and the local community are also welcome to enjoy the Wellness Faire, which includes free fitness classes, health screenings from Adventist Health Clear Lake, a COVID vaccination and booster clinic from the California State Council on Developmental Disabilities and Vaccinate All 58, food vendors (including shaved ice and other offerings sold by local merchants), and other fun activities. The Wellness Faire is expected to end at 2 p.m.
The cost to participate in the 5K fun run is $45, which includes a special edition T-shirt. Registrations are accepted until Aug. 25 though T-shirts are guaranteed for runners that register by Aug. 17.
Participants may register for the Fun Run at lakecochamber.com/movelake-county. Any business or local vendor that is interested in having a booth at the Wellness Faire may inquire at the Lake County Chamber of Commerce at (707) 263-5092 or ceo@lakecochamber.com.
Proceeds from this event benefit programs and activities that support the local economy such as the Youth Mentorship Program and the Certified Tourism Ambassador Program.
