The 2023 Forest Hill Spring Classic

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Online Registration is now closed
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You may register in person on April 23, 11 -12:45 at the Stone House in Forest Hill Park, T-shirt sizes may be limited.

SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF FOREST HILL PARK AND VIRGINIA OUTSIDE

ABOUT THE RACE:
WHAT: Be a part of the Forest Hill Spring Classic, a series of bike races and activities
​for ages 2-12:
  • 4 and under Push/Balance bikes: 150 yards course with turns
  • 7 and under Pedal bikes: 450 yards course with turns
  • 12 and under Pedal bikes: Approx. 3 miles Trail course
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​WHERE:  Forest Hill Park, 4021 Forest Hill Avenue, Richmond, VA 23225

WHEN: Sun., April 23, 1-4 p.m. (Rain Date Sun. April 30)

TRAINING:  Three training rides and instructional sessions will be provided by Virginia Outside: Practice sessions will be held April 13, 18 and 20 at 5:30

SAFETY:  All RACERS MUST BRING AND WEAR A HELMET: NO EXCEPTIONS!!
COVID PRECAUTIONS:
  • Masks are optional.
  • Observe social distancing (minimum 6 feet).
  • Hand sanitizer and disinfecting wipes are located at registration, drinking station and near/in port-a-johns.
Do not attend if:
  • You are currently experiencing covid symptoms
  • You are testing positive for covid
  • You were recently exposed to someone who has covid symptoms or is testing positive for covid
Possible symptoms include fever or chills, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, fatigue, muscle or body aches, headache, new loss of taste or smell, sore throat or runny nose, nausea or vomiting, and/or diarrhea.


RACE SUPPORT:  Provided by Virginia Outside at the tent near START/FINISH LINE

FOOD:  Kitchenette and Gelati Celesti – BRING A BLANKET AND CHAIRS FOR A FAMILY PICNIC.

ENTERTAINMENT:  Face-Painting and Balloon Creations provided by Belton Entertainment. 

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REGISTRATION:  
Fee $30 on race day a T-shirt. 
Register in person on April 23, 11 -12:45 at the Stone House in Forest Hill Park, T-shirt sizes may be limited.
NOTE from Virginia Outside: 
​These races are designed to get new riders involved in the sport of cycling.  Although these races will be timed, the purpose of this event is to Have Fun! And enjoy our wonderful park and its facilities.  It also promotes being outside and meeting our neighbors in the community.  All participants will receive a completion medal, and the top 3 in each race will receive medals. Proceeds from the race will go to Friends of Forest Hill Park to be used in the conservation and maintenance of Forest Hill Park.