Join NOW and the NCEF (Northeast Connecticut Education Foundation) for the annual Tackle JR, part of the Tackle the Trail™ event!

Tackle JR is free for all children who want to experience the excitement of running, walking, or rolling a short portion of the official Tackle the Trail™ course. This fun half-mile run is open to kids ages 2–12.

The race finishes at the Hale YMCA, where every participant will receive a medal, and enjoy a celebratory race-day event. Runners will have the chance to meet inspiring runners from across the country!

Race Details:

Arrival: Please arrive by 7:45 a.m. for check-in and to get ready for the run

Start Time: 8:00 a.m. sharp

Starting Location: Putnam Lions Memorial Dog Park, Kennedy Drive

Parking: Use the Putnam Pavilion parking lot next to the dog park