Punxsutawney Phil didn’t see his shadow, and you know what that means – spring is just around the corner. The days are getting longer, the ice is starting to melt and there’s no time like the present to get up, get out, and get moving with Speare Memorial Hospital’s family-friendly, 5K health walk/fun run.

This low cost, community event was developed in response to an identified community health need for families to have more opportunities to participate in physical, health activities. Speare’s Shamrock Shuffle 5K encourages participants of all ages and abilities to join in walking, running, and/or strolling. The Shamrock Shuffle begins and ends at Plymouth Regional High School and makes its way through the streets of Plymouth, NH. The event is not officially timed, as the focus is to encourage families and all community members to take steps toward a more active lifestyle.

REGISTRATION

The registration fee is only $10 per person. Children age 5 and under are free, but must be registered. Register in person at the hospital reception area or visit www.SpeareHospital.com/Shamrock to register online. (Please note, there is an additional small online processing fee.)

Thank you to our St. Paddy Day Sponsors:Medical Reimbursement Specialists and Morrison Healthcare. Pot ‘o Gold Sponsors: Woodstock Inn Brewery and MegaPrint, Leprechaun Bag Sponsor RehabFit, and our Four Leaf Clover Sponsors;  Big Daddy Joe’s, Plymouth Ski & Sport, Rhino Bike Works, RP Williams, and The UPS Store.  And like so many initiatives, Speare’s Shamrock Shuffle 5K wouldn’t be possible without broad community support.  Speare is partnering with the Central New Hampshire CERT & MRC to help ensure the safety of walkers/runners on the course. 

Be sure to dress in green to celebrate the St. Patrick’s Day theme. The first 150 registered walkers and runners are guaranteed a t-shirt and the first 300 finishers will receive a Speare Shamrock Shuffle medal. The event will take place no matter snow, sleet, rain or shine.

EARLY PICK-UP

Please Note: If you register in advance, you can pick up your packets from 3:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the Speare front lobby, on Friday, March 15th.

If you have additional questions about Speare’s Shamrock Shuffle 5K, please contact (603) 238-6468 or email:  akench@spearehospital.com .