Hot Pursuit 5k

The Hot Pursuit 5K & 1 Mile Catch-A-Cop is set to take place in Pickens, SC, on April 12, 2025. This event features a chip-timed 5K run/walk and a special 1-mile race for children in 8th grade and under, where they can "catch a cop" and collect flags along the course. Proceeds from the event will support the installation of a wheelchair-accessible swing in Easley, SC.

Participants will receive race t-shirts and medals, with awards for top finishers in various categories. The event aims to foster community engagement and support local initiatives through the Youth Leadership Academy. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.