BALTIMORE – The Brain Injury Association of Maryland (BIAMD) will host its 18th annual Scarecrow Classic 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run, Sunday, Oct. 20, at Piney Run Park – Pavilion 1 (30 Martz Rd., Sykesville, MD 21784).
Rain or shine, 200+ survivors, friends, loved ones and supporters are expected for this family-friendly event, which raises awareness about brain injuries and much needed funding for BIAMD. Check-in takes place from 8 to 8:45 a.m.
Following warm-up activities, the chip-timed 5K walk/run timed commences at 9 a.m. and the 1-mile fun walk (with paved pathways conducive to wheelchairs and strollers) steps off at 9:10 a.m. People of all ages and abilities are encouraged to participate. Service animals are also welcome.
After traveling along a scenic course with festive fall decorations, everyone can enjoy the post-race festival with food, music, prizes and awards. All participants will receive a 2024 long-sleeve cotton event t-shirt and access to the post-race festival.
All runners will receive a finisher medal and the fifth piece of a five-piece B.R.A.I.N (Brave, Resilient, Adaptive, Innovative and Never giving Up) Challenge Medal. The top three male and female finishers overall, and the top three male and female finishers by age group – 15 and under to 70+ – will receive a mug.
“We are excited to bring the community together for this fun and meaningful event,” said BIAMD Executive Director Bryan Pugh. “The Scarecrow Classic is a great opportunity to show your support for brain injury survivors and their families, while enjoying a beautiful fall day in Sykesville.”
Event proceeds directly support BIAMD’s Maryland Brain Injury Connection Center – a statewide toll-free hotline (1.800.221.6443) for brain injury survivors, their families and healthcare providers.
Entry fees for the 5K and Fun Run are each $54/person. Those wanting to lend their support, but can’t attend in person can complete the 2024 Scarecrow Classic B.R.A.I.N. Challenge Series–Virtual Challenge at $38.10 person and receive the 2024 piece of the B.R.A.I.N. Challenge Medal. (Those wanting to obtain the other four pieces of the medal created for the 2020-2023 Scarecrow Classic B.R.A.I.N. Challenges can purchase them for an additional $38.10 each.)
To register for the Scarecrow Classic, visit https://bit.ly/ScarecrowClassic. For details about the event, volunteer or sponsorship opportunities, visit biamd.org/2024_scarecrowclassic.html, call 1.800.221.6443 or email info@biamd.org.
To date, event sponsors include Dove Point, Elville and Associates, Head Injury Rehabilitation and Referral Services, LifeBridge Health Brain and Spine Care, Mary T Inc., NeuroRestorative and University of Maryland Rehabilitation & Orthopaedic Institute.
About BIAMD
Founded in 1983, the Brain Injury Association of Maryland is a nonprofit whose mission is to be the voice of those affected by brain injury through advocacy, education and research. Its vision is to bring health, hope, and healing to thousands of Marylanders living with brain injury, their families and the professionals who serve them. BIAMD provides leadership and support for a wide variety of projects and programs in resource coordination, prevention, education, advocacy and self-determination. For more information, visit www.biamd.org.
