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The Bull Run for ALS of Michigan at Kensington Metropark in Milford

September 25, 2022 - September 25, 2022 @ 7:00 am - 10:30 am

Photo credit: iStock/AzmanJaka

Location

Kensington Metro Park, Martindale Beach

4570 Huron River Pkwy.

Milford, MI 48380

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Description

Head to Martindale Beach for a mile, 5K, 13K or both 5K and 13K together. All proceeds will go to ALS of Michigan.

Event cost: $35/5K run, $45/13K run, $70/13K & 5K, free/calf mile (ages 10 and under)

Event time: 7-10:30 a.m. Sept. 25, 2022

Additional Information

Website: https://alsofmichigan.org

Age recommendation: Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Teens, Tweens

Neighborhood: Oakland County

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