UACWMA Invasive Challenge 5K
About this race
Join us for the first annual Invasive Challenge 5K, a fun and flexible event supporting invasive species awareness and conservation.
How it works:
• Complete a 5K (3.1 miles) anytime during the event period
• Run, walk, or hike — all paces welcome
• Participate wherever you are
2026 Featured Species:
Russian Olive
What you get:
• Custom 2026 Invasive Challenge medal
• A fun way to support local conservation
Medal Pickup / Shipping:
• Local pickup available by appointment. Contact info@fremontcd.org to arrange.
• Shipping available as an add-on at registration
Your registration helps fund invasive species management and restoration projects throughout the Upper Arkansas region. What to expect: A meaningful way to support conservation
A flexible, accessible event for all fitness levels
A connection to the landscapes you’re helping protect
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UACWMA Invasive Challenge 5K
Event Details: • Virtual 5K (3.1 miles) • Complete anytime between Memorial Day and July 4, 2026 • Run, walk, or hike at your own pace • Submit your results online Registration: • $35 per participant • Optional medal shipping available • Free local pickup option About the Event: Hosted by the Upper Arkansas Cooperative Weed Management Area (UACWMA), this challenge supports invasive species awareness and conservation efforts in our region.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 4 years of historical conditions on this event's race dates in Canon City.
Course
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🏃 Plan Your Next Race in Canon City
Find upcoming events by distance:
- Canon City 5K Races 3 races
- Canon City Running Calendar 2026 5 races
Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
- Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 6 Canon City events
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