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Save on Wabash County Adventure events

WABASH, IN - Visit Wabash County announces a March Blitz flash sale for both the Wabash Run The River Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, and the Dam to Dam Century Bike Ride. Save money by registering now for both or either of these events and kick-start your training. The March Blitz registration flash sale will run from March 3 to March 16 and offers a savings of $5 on both Outdoor Adventure Series events - Wabash Run The River race and Dam to Dam Century Bike Ride. In order to save $5 simply use Promo Code BLITZ25 when you register online only at visitwabashcounty.com. “We understand how busy life can get and how easy it is to overlook time for yourself or simply being outdoors. Programs like Liking for Biking and Miles & Smiles offer a chance to unplug from digital distractions, build new connections, and reconnect with nature, said Stephanie Rogers, adventure series events director and experiences manager for Visit Wabash County. “With so many beautiful places in Wabash, we hope to inspire our community to Get Out and Get Active—whether it’s gardening, hiking, paddling, or training for an upcoming race or ride!” Returning for its fourth year, Wabash Run the River Half Marathon, 10K, 5K will be held on Saturday, June 7 with a morning start time of 8:30 AM. Thanks to Chittick Insurance's generous sponsorship, cash prizes are again being offered to the top three male and female finishers for each race. In addition, Chittick Insurance is making youth pricing possible this year at $25 for those 17 years old and younger. Use promo code BLITZ25 at checkout when registering online at visitwabashcounty.com. “Placing importance on living an active, healthy lifestyle improves the overall quality of life in a community," said Matthew Chitticek, President and CEO of title sponsor Chittick Insurance. " Supporting Wabash Run The River allows the agency to give back, inspire others, and strengthen the connections that make our community thrive.” Returning for its 16th year, the Dam to Dam Bike Ride wi l take place on Sunday, September 7, starting and ending at the Wabash County YMCA. This year the route will be flipped, enjoy seeing Wabash County in a whole new way! Cyclists can choose between route lengths of 15, 40, 60, 75, and 100 (century) miles. Thanks to our sponsors, breakfast and lunch are included with registration, and children ages 18 and younger ride for free. Use promo code BLITZ25 at checkout when registering online at visitwabashcounty.com. "The Dam to Dam ride event, at any level of participation, is a one-of-a-kind experience showcasing the beauty and charm of Wabash County," said Chris Wetherford, a Dam to Dam Committee Member and cycling enthusiast. "Whether you’re a local resident or a first-time visitor, riding through our scenic countryside and historic landmarks creates an unforgettable health nurturing and aesthetic connection to this incredible community.” Visit Wabash County offers two free programs for training and/or to socialize in the outdoors. Miles & Smiles, formally Wabash River Run Club, meets weekly at Aley Cat Outfitters at 8 AM and runs through May 31st. Miles & Smiles additionally hosts guided hikes year-round. Liking for Biking kicks off on May 3rd through August 9th at 9 AM and is executed in partnership with Parkview Wabash Hospital. Both programs serve as an opportunity to socialize, train, build endurance, and spend 60 minutes outside in our community.

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