Welcome Back Spring with the 25th Annual Tortoise and Hare Dare 5k

Running Worcester

(Snow Hill, MD)- The 25th Annual Tortoise & Hare Dare 5K walk/run will be held at 9 am on Saturday, April 9, 2022 at Pocomoke River State Park-Shad Landing in Snow Hill, Maryland.

Registration begins at 8:30 am with a warm-up at 8:45 am. This is a FREE event and is pet friendly. The first 100 runners/walkers to register for the event will receive a free commemorative T-shirt. The Worcester County Health Department, Worcester County Department of Recreation & Parks, and Pocomoke River State Park co-sponsor the 5k.

“The 25th Annual Tortoise and Hare Dare 5k is the perfect opportunity to get out and get active in our county and explore the lovely Shad Landing,” said Mimi Dean, Director of Prevention Services for Worcester County Health Department. “Whether you walk or run, this event is a fun, accessible way to welcome spring back to Worcester.”

After the walk, participants are encouraged to visit local health, recreation, and community vendors. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the outdoors while getting some physical activity with friends, family, and other community residents. Pre-registration is encouraged. Participants can register by visiting annualtortoiseharedare5k.eventbrite.com or call 410-632-1100 ext. 1108 for more information.

You can also register for our free Just Walk program any time, year-round by visiting justwalkworcester.org/.