Get ready for an action-packed day of trail racing at Anne Springs Close Greenway’s annual Blue Star Blitz! This event offers something for everyone, from first-time racers to seasoned athletes, with options for a scenic 5K, a challenging 10K and adrenaline-pumping Adventure Races. Wind your way through breathtaking woodlands, rolling hills and scenic trails as you conquer the courses designed to showcase the beauty and variety of the Greenway.
Don't miss this chance to connect with nature, challenge yourself and join a community of outdoor enthusiasts!
Please be sure to review our Race Rules for this event.
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5k & 10k Trail Races
5k Male and Female Top Three Overall will receive medals and prizes.
10k Male and Female Top Three Overall will receive medals and prizes.
Medals will be given three places deep in each age group:
Get fit, support the Greenway℠, enjoy the outdoors and get a cool event shirt! Register to hike our 5k course without competing for time. Grab your family, friends or dog, and come hike with us!
5k Map
Family Adventure Race
Family Adventure Race Highlights and Rules
This setup allows flexibility for families and adds a fun, interactive element to the Greenway experience.
Location: The course stays close to the Lake Haigler (LH) entrance.
Flexibility: Untimed; families can start anytime between 8:35am and the event end.
Registration: Fee is per scorecard, not per person.
One scorecard per family/group: Pay for one registration.
Multiple groups or individual scorecards for children: Pay for multiple registrations.
Age Requirements: All ages welcome. An adult must accompany children under 13.
Prizes: All participants receive Greenway sunglasses, and a prize is awarded for each completed scorecard. Completed scorecards must be turned in to win a prize.
Rules:
Team Proximity: Teammates must stay within 100 feet of each other at all times.
Age Requirements: Racers under the age of 13 must be on a team with at least one adult.
Mandatory Gear:
Hydration pack or water bottle
Map (provided by the race organizers)
Compass
Waterproof map bag (a ziplock bag is acceptable)
For 4-hour races: Mountain bike and helmet
Course Boundaries:
Racers must stay on Greenway property and remain within designated zones.
Bikes are not permitted on trails designated for hiking and horse use only.
Maps & Checkpoints (CPs):
Each team will receive one map with pre-plotted CPs (Checkpoints).
Teams will also receive a scorecard. Teams must punch the number on their scorecard that matches the corresponding numbered CP.
CPs can be collected in any order.
Scoring:
Teams are ranked by the total number of CPs acquired.
In the event of a tie (two teams collect the same number of CPs), the team with the fastest race time will be ranked higher.
Race Timing:
The timing starts at the beginning of the race and ends when the entire team or solo participant crosses the finish line.
Dropping Out of the Race:
If a racer or team cannot complete the race, they must proceed to the Transition Area (TA) or Start/Finish line and check in with a volunteer or race staff.
Unless there is a medical emergency, teams are responsible for making their way back to the Start/Finish if they decide to drop out
2-Hour Adventure Race
2-Hour Adventure Race Highlights & Rules
Highlights:
Duration: 2 hours max
Format: Solo or team (2-4 racers)
Mode: On foot only
Goal: Navigate trails to find as many checkpoints (CPs) as possible within the 2-hour time limit.
Map: One pre-plotted map per team will be provided
Course Length: Approximately 10 miles
Rules:
Team Proximity: Teammates must stay within 100 feet of each other at all times.
Age Requirements: Racers under the age of 13 must be on a team with at least one adult.
Mandatory Gear:
Hydration pack or water bottle
Map (provided by the race organizers)
Compass
Waterproof map bag (a ziplock bag is acceptable)
For 4-hour races: Mountain bike and helmet
Course Boundaries:
Racers must stay on Greenway property and remain within designated zones.
Bikes are not permitted on trails designated for hiking and horse use only.
Maps & Checkpoints (CPs):
Each team will receive one map with pre-plotted CPs (Checkpoints).
Teams will also receive a scorecard. Teams must punch the number on their scorecard that matches the corresponding numbered CP.
CPs can be collected in any order.
Scoring:
Teams are ranked by the total number of CPs acquired.
In the event of a tie (two teams collect the same number of CPs), the team with the fastest race time will be ranked higher.
Race Timing:
The timing starts at the beginning of the race and ends when the entire team or solo participant crosses the finish line.
Dropping Out of the Race:
If a racer or team cannot complete the race, they must proceed to the Transition Area (TA) or Start/Finish line and check in with a volunteer or race staff.
Unless there is a medical emergency, teams are responsible for making their way back to the Start/Finish if they decide to drop out
4-Hour Adventure Race
4-Hour Adventure Race Highlights & Rules
Highlights:
Race Format: 4-hour event covering ~20 miles on foot and mountain bike (MTB)
Registration: Solo or teams of 2-4
Objective: Navigate trails to find as many checkpoints (CPs) as possible within the 4-hour limit
Stages:
Stage 1: On foot from Start to Transition Area (TA) – map provided at Packet Pickup
Stage 2: On bike near MTB trails – map received at TA when picking up bikes
Stage 3: On foot from TA to Finish – map given at TA after returning bikes
Rules:
Team Proximity: Teammates must stay within 100 feet of each other at all times.
Age Requirements: Racers under the age of 13 must be on a team with at least one adult.
Mandatory Gear:
Hydration pack or water bottle
Map (provided by the race organizers)
Compass
Waterproof map bag (a ziplock bag is acceptable)
For 4-hour races: Mountain bike and helmet
Course Boundaries:
Racers must stay on Greenway property and remain within designated zones.
Bikes are not permitted on trails designated for hiking and horse use only.
Maps & Checkpoints (CPs):
Each team will receive one map with pre-plotted CPs (Checkpoints).
Teams will also receive a scorecard. Teams must punch the number on their scorecard that matches the corresponding numbered CP.
CPs can be collected in any order.
Scoring:
Teams are ranked by the total number of CPs acquired.
In the event of a tie (two teams collect the same number of CPs), the team with the fastest race time will be ranked higher.
Race Timing:
The timing starts at the beginning of the race and ends when the entire team or solo participant crosses the finish line.
Dropping Out of the Race:
If a racer or team cannot complete the race, they must proceed to the Transition Area (TA) or Start/Finish line and check in with a volunteer or race staff.
Unless there is a medical emergency, teams are responsible for making their way back to the Start/Finish if they decide to drop out
Adventure Race Rules
Adventure Race Rules & Grounds for Disqualification
Rules
Team Proximity: Teammates must stay within 100 feet of each other at all times.
Age Requirements: Racers under the age of 13 must be on a team with at least one adult.
Mandatory Gear:
Hydration pack or water bottle
Map (provided by the race organizers)
Compass
Waterproof map bag (a ziplock bag is acceptable)
For 4-hour races: Mountain bike and helmet
Course Boundaries:
Racers must stay on Greenway property and remain within designated zones.
Bikes are not permitted on trails designated for hiking and horse use only.
Maps & Checkpoints (CPs):
Each team will receive one map with pre-plotted CPs (Checkpoints).
Teams will also receive a scorecard. Teams must punch the number on their scorecard that matches the corresponding numbered CP.
CPs can be collected in any order.
Scoring:
Teams are ranked by the total number of CPs acquired.
In the event of a tie (two teams collect the same number of CPs), the team with the fastest race time will be ranked higher.
For every minute a team is late, one point will be deducted from their score.
Race Timing:
The timing starts at the beginning of the race and ends when the entire team or solo participant crosses the finish line.
Dropping Out of the Race:
If a racer or team cannot complete the race, they must proceed to the Transition Area (TA) or Start/Finish line and check in with a volunteer or race staff.
Unless there is a medical emergency, teams are responsible for making their way back to the Start/Finish if they decide to drop out.
Grounds for Disqualification
Participants may face disqualification for violating the following rules:
Leaving or Abandoning a Teammate
All team members must remain together; abandonment of any teammate will result in disqualification.
Incorrect Mode of Travel
Competitors must adhere to the specific mode of travel designated for each race leg.
Use of Unauthorized Navigation Devices
Electronic navigation devices, such as GPS, are prohibited during the race.
Littering on Course
Any form of littering will result in immediate disqualification.
Failure to Assist a Person in Danger
Participants must assist any person in danger; failure to do so will lead to disqualification.
Late Arrival
Competitors arriving more than 1 hour late to the start line or more than 20 minutes late to a cutoff time may be disqualified.
Disobeying Race Official Instructions
Ignoring or defying instructions from a race official is grounds for disqualification.
Unauthorized Road or Trail Use
Using a road or trail not authorized for the event is prohibited.
Accepting Unauthorized Equipment
Equipment may only be accepted from teammates or other racers; outside assistance is not allowed.
Use of Open Fires
Open fires are only allowed in emergency situations; any non-emergency use is prohibited.
Non-Emergency Use of Communication Devices
Cell phones and radios may only be used in emergencies unless specified otherwise.
No Helmet During Mountain Biking Sections
Helmets must be worn at all times during mountain biking portions of the race.
Possession or Use of a Weapon
Weapons of any kind are strictly prohibited.
Sabotage
Any act of sabotage, including interfering with other racers or equipment, will result in disqualification.
False Identity or Team Member Substitution
Competitors must race under their true identity, and team composition must not change once the race begins.
Removing or Damaging Trail Signs, Markings, or Checkpoints
Damaging or removing any official signage or checkpoints is grounds for disqualification.
Disrespectful Conduct
Disrespect towards other racers, volunteers, race staff, equipment, or the environment will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and may lead to disqualification at race management's discretion.
Awards
5k Trail Race
Male and Female Top Three Overall will receive medals and prizes.
Medals will be given three places deep in each age group:
19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60- 69, 70+
10k Trail Race
Male and Female Top Three Overall will receive medals and prizes.
Medals will be given three places deep in each age group:
19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60- 69, 70+
Adventure Races
Awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd overall - Solo (Male & Female)
Awards for 1st, 2nd, & 3rd overall - Team (All teams are Open category)
Weather & Refund Policy
Our events run rain or shine unless there is severe weather.
While we never want to cancel a race, in situations such as tornado warnings, thunderstorms, heavy and persistent rain etc., we will need to cancel. Should we cancel, you will be notified via social media, website and email. There will be no refunds as that money has already been put toward the race, unless you choose to purchase a refund protection plan when you register.
Race registration is non-refundable, unless you've purchased a refund protection plan.
More than two weeks out you may transfer your race registration to another competitor or to another Greenway race of equal or lesser value. All transfers are at the discretion of the Race Director.
Please review our Race Rules prior to registering and participating.
Event Details
When Saturday, March 7, 2026
Where Lake Haigler Entrance 2573 Lake Haigler Drive Fort Mill, SC 29715
A quick note for our community: Greenway members will no longer pay parking fees at signature events. Standard daily admission fees will apply to non-members ages 3 & up. Thank you for supporting the Greenway's mission of conservation, education, and recreation and protecting this special place for generations to come.
