Harvest Hustle 10k - North Garden
North Garden, United States • 2 Nov 2025
Event
The 2025 Harvest Hustle includes 5k and 10k trail races on November 2 at Walnut Creek Park in North Garden, Virginia. Points from this event count toward the Year-Long 5k, 10k, Back of the Pack Series, and the Fall Series. A virtual race option is available. Distances:
- 5k - trail course distance
- 10k - trail course distance
Course and logistics
The event uses a new cross-country trail course at Walnut Creek Park with elevation changes, rocks, and roots. The 10k has three water stations at approximately mile 2.1, 3.1, and 5.2; the 5k has one water station at about mile 2.1. Gatorade will be available at some stations. Restrooms are onsite and parking is at Walnut Creek Park (4250 Walnut Creek Park, North Garden, VA). Packet pickup is available at the event and race day registration is offered; organizers recommend arriving one hour before the event start time to check in.
Competition, timing, and awards
The event is chip timed. Runners receive a finisher’s medal and a technical (Dri-fit) event shirt; shirts are guaranteed to those registered before Oct 22. Live results are posted on Athlinks with a race QR code for immediate viewing; final results with series points are posted the Monday after the race. Awards are given to the top three men and women overall and to first and second place in standard age categories.
Charity
The race benefits Rikki’s Refuge, an organization focused on improving the welfare of animals and people through rescue, spay/neuter programs, education, wildlife rehabilitation, and habitat preservation. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.