has anyone organized a 5k from scratch?

[bag13msu]

has anyone organized a 5k from scratch? I have  questions

[emuni04]

I have. A long time ago (like, 8 years) but I may be able to answer your questions.

[blndsnbrdr]

Sort of. I did in college -- technically the route was established and the race had happened in the past, but it was college and everyone pretty much SUCKED at year-to-year organization and communication.

I've also worked with a few other races as they grew from little get togethers to 1K participants, so I can probably help a bit if you have questions.

[jennistarr1]

my only advice, I have a friend who did one and was able to plan a route in a local park that didn't involve any streets/roads

[clseale]

Jul 29, 2014 13:14:09 GMT -5 jennistarr1 said:

my only advice, I have a friend who did one and was able to plan a route in a local park that didn't involve any streets/roads

Yes, I was going to suggest this! My friend organizes one every year, and it is 1) Done off any regular roads (it's on a recreational path along a river), and 2) It's piggybacked onto a local festival. They take a portion of the profits, but it makes things SO much easier for her. (They help her with the shirts, sound system, etc.)