“We’ve also had a lot of support after putting out a call for volunteers for the first few weeks while we get up and going again.”
Mr Sostheim said organisers would present the event in line with protocols determined by the State Government and parkrun headquarters.
“Participants will need to check in via a QR code before they come and we will also have physical-distancing guidelines in place to make sure we can keep everybody safe,” he said.
Wimmera River parkrun is at Sawyer Park on Saturdays at 8am.
Parkruns are free, weekly, community events throughout the world designed to offer a positive and inclusive experience.
There is no time limit and nobody finishes last, thanks to a volunteer ‘tail walker’.
Some Wimmera residents and visitors might use the Horsham event to advance their new-year fitness goals, while others might prefer the social aspect of a morning walk or run alongside family or friends.
Regardless of their motivation, Mr Sostheim said everyone was welcome.
“Parkrun is for people of all ability – they can run, walk, jog, ride in a pram – it is open to everyone,” he said.
Mr Sostheim said participants needed to register once online at parkrun.com.au.
“They will get a barcode to print out and bring down to the event,” he said.
Parkrun participants can join in more than 400 events throughout Australia.
People can visit the website for a list of locations or more information about parkrun.
People also can follow ‘Wimmera River parkrun, Horsham’ on Facebook for updates.
An Ararat parkrun event is also starting back on Saturday.
– Sarah Matthews
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