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READ ON!When is it? Every Saturday at 9:00am.
Where is it? The event takes place at Heritage Harbor, 2 Great Loop West, Ottawa, IL 61350. See Course page for more details.
What does it cost to join in? Nothing - it's free! but please register before you first come along. Only ever register with parkrun once and don't forget to bring a scannable copy of your barcode (request a reminder). If you forget it, you won't get a time.
How fast do I have to be? We all take part for our own enjoyment. Please come along and join in whatever your pace!
Heritage Harbor parkrun, Ottawa needs you! It is entirely organized by volunteers - email [email protected] to help.
We're friendly! Every week we grab a post parkrun coffee in the Red Dog Grill - please come and join us!
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