The 22nd annual Amos Herr Honey Run will return on Saturday, Aug. 27, to Amos Herr Park on Nissley Road in Landisville. The event will feature two runs: the 5K Honey Run at 8 a.m. and the kids' run at 9:30 a.m.

This will be the second Honey Run held at the park since the COVID-19 pandemic, and local residents are eager to participate in the decades-old tradition. Previously held in the evening, the run will now begin in the morning to avoid unfavorable weather conditions. Awards will be given for first, second and third places in each age group, divided into age 14 and under, 15 to 19, 20 to 29, 30 to 39, 40 to 49, 50 to 59, 60 to 69 and 70 and up. Each runner will receive an award for participation for both the 5K and the kids' fun run, which is organized into the following age groups: age 5 and under, ages 6 to 8 and ages 9 to 11. The first two kids' fun run groups will be running a quarter mile, while the group for ages 9 to 11 will run half a mile.

The 5K will be again sponsored by Dutch Gold Honey, and the kids' fun run will be sponsored by routine supporter Sardina Dental Group. Hitch Coffee will have a truck present to sell coffee and other beverages. Last year, over 100 runners participated in the race, and over $2,000 was raised. The races will be staffed volunteers from Hempfield recCenter, members of the Hempfield High School cross-country team and various community members.

The funds raised from the Honey Run directly benefit the community via Hempfield recCenter's Everyone Belongs campaign. The Everyone Belongs fund acts as a type of scholarship for those who require financial assistance with rec center programs and membership, ranging from a variety of adult fitness classes and sports leagues to several youth courses. Funds will also be used to benefit restoration projects at the Herr Homestead in Landisville. Separate registration fees have been set for the 5K and the kids' fun run. To register ahead of time for either race, search "Honey Run" at http://www.Active.com. Same-day registration will also be accepted.

The Honey Run is one of many events coordinated by the Hempfield recCenter. Summer activities on the center's agenda include a community movie night on Friday, Aug. 5, and a flea market at Amos Herr Park in September. For more information, contact Hempfield recCenter's fitness and wellness director, Emily Taylor, at 717-898-3102 or etaylor@hempfieldrec.com.