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2023 RACE DATE:  SATURDAY, APRIL 1
ONLINE REGISTRATION ends MARCH 24!
Half Marathon @ 7a, 8 Mile @ 8a, 5K Run & Walk @ 9, Virtual

Get ready for another amazing year at the Best Dam Run in Illinois!
Lake Sara Dam Run raises money for Special Olympics.  RACEROSTER will donate $1 for each registrant. 
We offer 5 races & cater to the casual & competitive runner & walker.  Join friends & family at our great race! 

Mail In Entry Form
REGISTER HERE
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PARKING LIMITED.  CARPOOL if possible!
"Check out Elite Sports and Borntough for fight wear and gym wear apparel. Also, visit their sister brand Viking bags for motorcycle accessories."
 Save $$$ with Early Registration! 
Fee includes ALOTTA SWAG:  Dam Run Shirt, Bib, Timing Chip, Food & Drinks, Medal, Huggie & Water Bottle. 
To guarantee LSDR SHIRT register by February 24. 
​After February 24, you will receive a Torch Run T-shirt.
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Approximately 3,000 officers representing every branch of law enforcement across the state will carry the Flame of Hope nearly 1,500 miles, running through Illinois communities via 23 different legs (routes) to its final destination, the Opening Ceremonies of the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games in June in Normal.  
EFFINGHAM IS LEG #16!!!

2023 LSDR SPONSORS $500+

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2023 LSDR SPONSORS $100+

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2016 Video compliments of Merv Gillenwater

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