Join the Boston Bulldogs
2021 Virtual Run for Recovery 5k & Tribute
May 14 - 16
Race Overview
The 2021 Boston Bulldogs Run for Recovery 5K & Tribute will be a virtual event held on May 14th - 16th. The event was established 6 years ago to look back and honor those that we've lost, and to move forward as a community in support of wellness and recovery. The 2021 event will feature a virtual Festival of community resources, organizations and businesses supporting wellness in recovery and a Tribute honoring those who have been lost to addiction and their families.
Run or walk with us virtually any time over these 3 days on any route you choose. Register by April 30 to get your race shirt. Create a team of family and friends. Set up your own fundraising page in support of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club.
We'll be posting more details on the race, virtual Festival and Tribute as well as special prizes and drawings.
The 2021 Boston Bulldogs Run for Recovery 5K & Tribute will be a virtual event held on May 14th - 16th. The event was established 6 years ago to look back and honor those that we've lost, and to move forward as a community in support of wellness and recovery. The 2021 event will feature a virtual Festival of community resources, organizations and businesses supporting wellness in recovery and a Tribute honoring those who have been lost to addiction and their families.
Run or walk with us virtually any time over these 3 days on any route you choose. Register by April 30 to get your race shirt. Create a team of family and friends. Set up your own fundraising page in support of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club.
We'll be posting more details on the race, virtual Festival and Tribute as well as special prizes and drawings.
Race Details
Registration: Registration will remain open through Sunday, May 16th. (Sponsored registration available for those who cannot pay the fee). All registrants are automatically entered in a drawing to win prizes. Register as a virtual runner and create a team for family and friends.
Your run/walk can take place in any location at any time between Friday, May 14th and Sunday, May 16th. Run or walk 3.1 miles on your own pace and with appropriate social distance.
Packet Pick up: Pre-race t-shirt pickup will be held at Marathon Sports in Brookline and in Plymouth. Details on times/dates to be posted shortly.
Brookline: 1638 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02445
Plymouth: 9 Court Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
T-shirts: All participants who register by April 30 will receive a commemorative race T-shirt! The T-shirts will come in unisex sizing for children and adults. In order to guarantee T-shirt sizes and to get your shirt before your race, please plan to pick up your shirt at the pickup locations which will be scheduled at 2 Marathon Sports locations. Tshirts will be mailed to those who are registered but not local ( a $5 shipping charge will cover the mailing expense).
Bibs: Don’t forget to download and personalize the attached bib template. Print the template and decorate it with markers, stickers, pictures, messages – uniquely yours. Post a pic to FaceBook or Instagram - who knows, you might even win a prize for Best Bib.
Time: Post your time. Race timing will be reported on the honor system. Join the Strava Boston Bulldogs group or use your preferred platform to track your time. Results just be submitted by Wednesday, May 19th here.
Share: Share your pics on the Bulldogs Facebook and Instagram! #RunforRecovery #2021RunforRecovery #VirtualBulldogs2021 #BostonBulldogs #BostonBulldogsRunning
We love “landmark” photos and always love to see folks sporting their Bulldogs gear. If you are posting/submitting/sharing photos to Facebook or Instagram, please be sensitive to "appearances," keep your distance, sport your mask when near, wear your Bulldogs gear (and your bib) – it’s an important part of the Boston Bulldogs mission and principles to be "good citizens".
Prizes: There will prizes for the following:
Stay connected
Hollarhype is an online platform and application where friends, family, and surprise guests can send you real-time shout outs while running! Download the hollarhype app here and connect with the Boston Bulldogs group. Watch the video below to learn more!
Note: Access this link from your smartphone so the hollarhype app download is a smooth process! By downloading the app with this link, you will automatically be in the Run For Recovery event group. This invite link will not grant access from a PC.
Rules of the Road
Please take care of yourselves and others in the community by observing the following guidelines:
Stay safe, be well, stay connected.
Registration: Registration will remain open through Sunday, May 16th. (Sponsored registration available for those who cannot pay the fee). All registrants are automatically entered in a drawing to win prizes. Register as a virtual runner and create a team for family and friends.
Your run/walk can take place in any location at any time between Friday, May 14th and Sunday, May 16th. Run or walk 3.1 miles on your own pace and with appropriate social distance.
Packet Pick up: Pre-race t-shirt pickup will be held at Marathon Sports in Brookline and in Plymouth. Details on times/dates to be posted shortly.
Brookline: 1638 Beacon Street, Brookline, MA 02445
Plymouth: 9 Court Street, Plymouth, MA 02360
T-shirts: All participants who register by April 30 will receive a commemorative race T-shirt! The T-shirts will come in unisex sizing for children and adults. In order to guarantee T-shirt sizes and to get your shirt before your race, please plan to pick up your shirt at the pickup locations which will be scheduled at 2 Marathon Sports locations. Tshirts will be mailed to those who are registered but not local ( a $5 shipping charge will cover the mailing expense).
Bibs: Don’t forget to download and personalize the attached bib template. Print the template and decorate it with markers, stickers, pictures, messages – uniquely yours. Post a pic to FaceBook or Instagram - who knows, you might even win a prize for Best Bib.
Time: Post your time. Race timing will be reported on the honor system. Join the Strava Boston Bulldogs group or use your preferred platform to track your time. Results just be submitted by Wednesday, May 19th here.
Share: Share your pics on the Bulldogs Facebook and Instagram! #RunforRecovery #2021RunforRecovery #VirtualBulldogs2021 #BostonBulldogs #BostonBulldogsRunning
We love “landmark” photos and always love to see folks sporting their Bulldogs gear. If you are posting/submitting/sharing photos to Facebook or Instagram, please be sensitive to "appearances," keep your distance, sport your mask when near, wear your Bulldogs gear (and your bib) – it’s an important part of the Boston Bulldogs mission and principles to be "good citizens".
Prizes: There will prizes for the following:
- Best time male
- Best time female
- Best time youth (under 14)
- Best bib
- Best "map art"
- Best race photo/ image
Stay connected
Hollarhype is an online platform and application where friends, family, and surprise guests can send you real-time shout outs while running! Download the hollarhype app here and connect with the Boston Bulldogs group. Watch the video below to learn more!
Note: Access this link from your smartphone so the hollarhype app download is a smooth process! By downloading the app with this link, you will automatically be in the Run For Recovery event group. This invite link will not grant access from a PC.
Rules of the Road
Please take care of yourselves and others in the community by observing the following guidelines:
- Check local and CDC guidelines for maximum people in a group, etc.
- Avoid crowded areas and peak times - best to run solo or with others in your household
- Practice physical distance – minimum of 6 feet
- “Mask up” (preferably a wicking version) when with or near others – and slow your pace a bit
- Try not to touch surfaces on your route
- Bring your own water
- DON’T run if you are feeling sick
Stay safe, be well, stay connected.
"Through connection we heal and recover, through isolation we suffer."
Hollarhype
Join us on hollarhype and be connected to people through voice during our virtual 5k!
Join us on hollarhype and be connected to people through voice during our virtual 5k!
Design Your Bib!
Bulldog Charlotte shared her 2021 Run for Recovery bib illustrations to inspire yours...
Bulldog Charlotte shared her 2021 Run for Recovery bib illustrations to inspire yours...
Please observe the suggested guidelines in the attached document.
Stay safe, stay well, stay connected.
Stay safe, stay well, stay connected.
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Thank you to past Run for Recovery Sponsors
Bulldogs shout out to past years' Run for Recovery sponsors. Their continued support has been so much a part of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club, our mission and programs.
Stay tuned for information about this year's supporters. Contact us at RFR@BostonBulldogsRunning.org for details on sponsorship opportunities.
Bulldogs shout out to past years' Run for Recovery sponsors. Their continued support has been so much a part of the Boston Bulldogs Running Club, our mission and programs.
Stay tuned for information about this year's supporters. Contact us at RFR@BostonBulldogsRunning.org for details on sponsorship opportunities.
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