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Tackle Jr. 2025
October 18 @ 7:45 am – 9:00 am
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
