FAQs

Find answers below to the most frequently asked questions

1.    What is the Fundraiser for?
"Gallop at the Grove" will benefit many important education related projects that   Maple Grove Elementary School's PTA funds for our students and school.

2.        Where can I register? 
Just click on the "Register" tab at the top of the page and register directly on our site.

3.       What are registration deadlines? 
Walk-up | Friday, May 18th, 2pm-4pm, Saturday, May 21st, 10am-noon.
On-line | Friday, May 19th (click on the register tab to register directly from our website.
Race Day | Sunday, May 20nd beginning@7am 

4.     When should I get there? 
The 5k race starts at 8:30a.m. sharp, so please give yourself enough travel,  parking and prepping time. In case, you need to pick-up your packet, go to the potty, stretch your legs and greet  your friends! Try and arrive at least one-half hour prior to the starting gun.

5.     Can I get a t-shirt with out participating in the race? 
Sure! Shirts are $5.00 and will be available @ walk- up registration. They can also be ordered online, just click on the registration button on any of our web pages. They are available while supplies last!

6.    Will there be snacks and refreshments? 
Absolutely! Water will be available before and after the race as well as on the course. And snack foods and other refreshments will be available just after the start of the 5k race.

7.    What about parking? 
Parking will be available at Manning Middle School, just to the north of Maple Grove on Alkire Street. There will also be parking available in the surrounding neighborhood.

8.    Where can I pick-up my packet? 
At Maple Grove Elementary School (3085 Alkire St., Golden, CO) Friday | 2pm-4pm     Saturday | 10am-noon        Race Day | starting @ 7am

9.    When will I get my T-shirt and Bib? 
They will be handed out with your race packet.

10.Can I bring my dog? 
Unfortunately we do not have permitting to allow dogs on the course, so your pooch will have to sit this one out.

11. Can I use headphones while I run? 
We ask that you do not wear headphones while you're on the course as not being able to hear what's around you can be a hazard to yourself and others.

12. Will the race be timed? 
Although it is not a USATF certified course, we will still have race timing and times will be posted on our website soon after the race @ www.gallopatthegrove.com

13. If I don't want to participate but want to donate, can I do so? How? 
We'd greatly appreciate whatever donation you can make. Just click on the "Register" button on any of our web pages and choose "Donate" from the menu and enter your desired amount.

Where can I view and Purchase Race Photos? 
Will post a link shortly after the race.