Saturday, October 15, 2022
Tot Dash Begins at 5:15pm
Youth Run Begins at 5:30pm
5K Run/Walk Begins at 6:00pm
Lisle Community Park
1800 Short Street, Lisle

Register by August 12 to get the BEST DEAL!

2022 Scarecrow Scramble
Saturday, October 15
Register Early & Save!
Prices increase August 12 at 11:59pm CDT

Run or walk to help us provide recreation scholarships to low-income families who do not have the means to participate in recreation activities.

This event is a USATF certified race winding through slightly hilly paths of Lisle Community Park lit gently by luminaria for safety. Now in its 18th year, the Scarecrow Scramble is a premiere running experience race for the most avid runners and race participants, while promoting quality and safety.

All proceeds benefit the Lisle Partners for Parks Foundation Scholarship Fund & Lisle Teens with Character Program.

RACE REGISTRATION:

Register by August 12 to get the BEST DEAL!
Pre-registration Ends October 12 at Noon

ALL REGISTRATION FEES ARE FINAL AND NON-REFUNDABLE
1st 300 registrants are guaranteed a race shirt
Participants must register online, no in-person or mail-in registration will be offered
Every participant must sign a waiver at registration

AGE	RACE	7/1 - 8/12	8/13 - 9/12	9/13 - 10/12	RACE DAY
All Ages	5K Run / Walk	$30	$35	$40	$45
All Ages	Virtual 5K Run / Walk	$30	$35	$40	$45
5-11	Youth Run (1/2 Mile Run)	$20	$25	$30	$35
2-4	Tot Dash (50-Yard Dash)	$8	$8	$8	$10

REGISTER ONLINE
DOWNLOAD EVENT FLYER

RACE BAG INCLUDES:

5K & Youth Run participants will receive the following with their registration:

*1st 300 5K & Youth Run registrants are guaranteed a race shirt!
**Race participants will receive a ticket redeemable for one (1) slice of pizza. Not included for virtual participants.
***Race participants will receive a ticket redeemable for one (1) drink. Beer ONLY for participants 21 years of age & older. Not included for virtual participants.

RACE BAG PICK UP:

DAY	DATE	TIME	LOCATION
Friday	October 14	3:00-7:00pm	Lisle Recreation Center 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle
Saturday	October 15	4:00-5:30pm	Lisle Senior High School 1800 Short Street, Lisle

RACE DAY REGISTRATION:

DAY	DATE	TIME	LOCATION
Saturday	October 15	4:00-5:30pm	Lisle Senior High School 1800 Short Street, Lisle

GENERAL RACE GUIDELINES

Costumes are encouraged! You don't have to dress up in a costume to conquer the Scarecrow Scramble, but it definitely makes it more fun! Prizes will be awarded for the TOP 5 Costumes - Scariest, Family, Cutest, Most Creative, & Most Original!
No pets allowed on course.
Strollers are only permitted if you are walking in the 5K. You will be placed at the end of the line.
To minimize the risk of injury, parents are responsible for watching their kids throughout event.
Race officials maintain the right to cancel the event for safety due to severe weather conditions.
Participants must follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines.

TOT DASH

The Tot Dash will start at 5:15pm on the Lisle High School football field.
All runners will receive a ribbon when they cross the finish line.
No shirt for Tot Dash registrants.

YOUTH RUN

The Youth Run will start at 5:30pm.
All runners will receive a ribbon when they cross the finish line.
Any child age 10 & under that has paid for a 5K registration may also participate in the Youth Run free of charge. Only one shirt will be given.

5K RUN / WALK

The 5K Run/Walk will start at 6:00pm
Top Male/Female Overall & Top Male/Female Masters 40+ will receive trophies. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place Male/Female in each age group (9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+) will receive a medal.

VIRTUAL 5K RUN / WALK

You have the option of signing up for the Virtual 5K and running in the safety of your own neighborhood.
Race Bag pick up will take place Friday, October 15. You can pick up your race bag between 11:00am-1:00pm or 3:00-6:00pm. If you are unable to make it, we are offering virtual runners the option to have their bag shipped for an additional cost. Just check the shipping box at checkout.
An important part of this Virtual Race is submitting your time so that you can see how you rank, much like a traditional run. Beginning October 15 you will be able to submit your time.
There are no awards, food or drink tickets for virtual participants.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS VIEW RACE MAP

TIME	EVENTS	LOCATION
5:00pm	Costume Contest	Lisle High School Football Field
5:15pm	Tot Dash - Ages 2-4	Start & End Location: Lisle High School Football Field
5:30pm	Youth Run - Ages 5-11	Start & End Location: See Map
6:00pm	5K Run/Walk	Start & End Location: Lisle High School Parking Lot
Following Race	Post Race Pizza & Drink	Lisle Community Park / Near Football Field
6:45pm	Awards Ceremony	Lisle Community Park / Near Football Field

COSTUME CONTEST

Costumes are encouraged! Prizes will be awarded for the TOP 5 Costumes - Scariest, Family, Cutest, Most Creative, & Most Original!

You don't have to dress up in a costume to conquer the Scarecrow Scramble, but it definitely makes it more fun! We can't wait to see your costumes!

Join us for our costume contest on the football field at 5:00pm Sharp!

BECOME A SPONSOR

Get your name seen by runners across the suburbs - become a sponsor of the 18th Annual Scarecrow Scramble 5K! With different sponsorship levels available, your business, no matter the size can have an impact on this great event.

Interested? Download and fill out our sponsorship form or contact Lana Purves at 630-353-4306 or by email at lpurves@lisleparkdistrict.org.

Download our Sponsor Form

SIGN UP TO VOLUNTEER

Scarecrow Scramble is seeking volunteers. Volunteer for a couple hours or volunteer for the whole event. Volunteers are needed on Saturday, October 15 between 1:00pm & 9:00pm. Volunteers will receive at Boo Crew shirt, pizza, and pop or water.

To sign up to volunteer, please email our Race Director, Lana at lpurves@lisleparkdistrict.org by October 10.