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TAP-Chicago is looking for a team of 5-15 people for the Schiller Chiller on Sat, December 1st in Schiller Woods Forest Preserve. Race starts at 10:00am. Registration fee is $27 for 10k, $22 for 5k. This is an affordable race event compared to running races in the city.
This is a great event for people who want to get back into running. Trail running is much easier on the knees than pavement. Be one with nature and prepare for inclement weather. Please layer and dress in appropriate athletic attire.
Register online at the organizer’s registration page: http://chiller.eventbrite.com. Enter TAPChicago as the team name (case sensitive).
All participants will receive a bib, long-sleeve race t-shirt, and a customized Schiller Chiller coffee mug; 10k finishers receive a shot glass. Irish coffee served after the race to warm up the soul, and free the mind! Visit: http://www.muddymonk.com/schiller-chiller for more information.
Schiller Woods Forest Preserve is located SE of O’hare Airport, between W Irving Park Rd & N. Cumberland Ave. It easily accessible by the Blue Line so come hang out and get a nice, fun run in!
Getting There:
Free Parking! Schiller Woods Forest Preserve is accessible by the Blue Line. Exit at Irving Park and hop on #80 CTA Bus (Irving Park bus). Please arrive at 9:30am for group stretching and possibly get partnered up by pace. More information to follow on where to meet.
Please visit the organizer’s FAQ page for the exact location: http://www.muddymonk.com/chillerfaqs
For more information about the team please contact Craig Chin: craig@tapchicago.org
TAP-Chicago website: http://tapchicago.org