Tri-Valley Front Runners

The 35th Annual Whitin Five Mile Road Race

November 23, 2023, 8:10 AM

60 Main Street, Whitinsville, Massachusetts 01588

2023 Results 2023 Photos

In-Person Race

The Whitin Five will be an in-person race unless the State of Massachusetts says that road races cannot be held for unforeseeable reasons.

Bib pick-up and registration:

Where:
Whitin Community Center
60 Main St
Whitinsville, MA 01588

When:
Wednesday Nov. 22nd 5:00 - 7:00 PM
Thursday Nov. 23rd 7:00 - 7:45 AM

Day before and race day registration fee goes up by $5 for runners. Online registration will close on Tuesday Nov. 21st at midnight.

Registration

Fees:

5 Mile Run	$35
5 Mile Walk	$30

T-Shirts

Please enter by October 30th to be guaranteed a long sleeve performance, wicking T-shirt. First 500 runners and walkers are guaranteed T-shirts. Sizes are not guaranteed so come early to pick the size you want at bib pick-up. Day before or day of registrations are not guaranteed tee shirts.

Race Proceeds

This race will benefit the Whitin Community Center, the Massachusetts Audubon Society and Girls on the Run, Worcester County.

	Mass Audubon is committed to protecting the nature of Massachusetts for people and wildlife. At Mass Audubon's Broad Meadow Brook Wildlife Sanctuary, programs serve people of all ages - from preschoolers and families to students and senior citizens. We team up with other local organizations to work with schools, scouts and community groups. For the past several years, we have been extremely involved in the Campaign for a Fishable and Swimmable Blackstone River.
	The Whitin Community Center is a private, non-profit, community-based organization serving the Blackstone Valley since 1922. The Whitin Community Center is committed to enhancing the health and well-being of individuals and families and building a strong community in the Blackstone Valley. We offer social, recreational, educational, and outreach programs that bring community members of all ages and backgrounds together.
	A big thank you to the Girls on the Run organization for supporting the Whitin Five runners and the water stop.

Race Day Amenities

Whitin Five water bottles will be given to the first 50 finishers and the first 10 women after the first 50. There are hot showers, lockers and refreshments available in the Whitin Community Center post-race. There is free parking at the Whitin CC and on surrounding streets.

Course

The course is USATF certified, # MA07032JK. There are mile markers and a water stop half way. The course is flat, rolling and fast.

Whitin Community Center - Google Maps

Course Records

Open:

1991 - Jane Welzel - 27:51
1990 - Scott Mason - 24:41

Masters:

2001 - Mary Lammi - 29:43
1990 - Larry Olsen - 25:41

Past Results

2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 2014 2013 2012

Photos by Michael Luchini

2022 2021 2019 2018 2017 2016

Other Information

The race will be held rain or shine! Blizzard date is November 26th at 8:10 AM. For race updates, epecially concerning weather, go to the Whitin Five Facebook page. Walkers are not eligible for awards and must walk on the walking course. They may do multiple loops for a longer walk. For safety reasons, the police do not want walkers on the race course where there is more traffic. Registration is non-refundable. This is a traditional fun family event!

Cash Awards

Cash awards will be handed out if the race has the usual number of runners and is in-person. There are no awards if the race is forced to become virtual.

	First	Second	Third
Woman	$60	$50	$40
Man	$60	$50	$40
40-49 Woman	$40
40-49 Man	$40
50-59 Woman	$40
50-59 Man	$40
60-69 Woman	$40
60-69 Man	$40
70+ Woman	$40
70+ Man	$40

Merchandise Awards

Top 3 per division after the cash awards. Must be present to claim award. Awards will not be mailed. One award per person. The plan is to make the awards available for pick up from the award's table soon after finishing so you can get home to your Thanksgiving activities instead of having a lengthy awards ceremony.

Divisions. Male and Female: Under 13, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+ awards for every 5 year age group to 100!

BONUS! $75.00 for New Course Records!