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The Friends of the National Center Science Stride 5K kicks off its first run/walk this year on Sept. 14, 2024, at the Boulder Reservoir! The race will start at 1pm. 

The Science Stride 5k brings together our community for a common cause: Inspiring the next generation of scientists! This event provides an excellent opportunity for everyone who believes in the importance of STEM education to come together and support Friends of the National Center. Runners and walkers of all abilities are encouraged to join! 

Your participation in the Science Stride 5K directly supports Friends’ mission is to inspire, support, and educate the next generation of scientists and researchers. In a world where the stability of our Earth is under increasing threat, we are committed to addressing the intricate challenges of our Earth system by ensuring that the cutting-edge research and innovation at UCAR and NSF NCAR is carried forward into the future.

We can’t wait to see you at the Science Stride!

Registration

Are you a remote employee or someone who wants to support our work from afar? Please sign up for our Virtual 5K! You’ll run or walk a 5K between now and September 14 and log your time. You can even join a team and receive a race t-shirt, just like our in person participants!

Registration is now available via our RunSignUp page!

Sponsorship

We’d love for you and your organization to get more involved with the great work of UCAR and NSF NCAR via Friends of the National Center. If you are interested in supporting the next generation of scientists solving important global problems, please consider sponsoring the Science Stride 5K! The Science Stride 5K is an awesome community-focused event and a great opportunity for some team-building and to demonstrate your commitment to science education.

 Please check out our Science Stride 5K Sponsorship Packet for more details.

Questions

Contact Emma Byers at ebyers@friendsofthenationalcenter.org if you have any questions!