The La Capra Goat Run is set to take place on Saturday, November 6 and promises to be a day of fun and fitness for a good cause.
The Goat Run will take place in the morning and all other festivities will begin at 11:30am. You can expect wholesome food, a petting zoo, lots of eats and treats, drinks and so much more.
As always, this event is about raising funds and giving back to the community.
The event caters for participants of all ages and fitness levels, offering a 28km, 15km, 8km and 5km trail run along the beautiful, iconic Paarl Mountain, along with a 5km fun walk.
The 8km, 15km and 28km routes traverse the slopes and upper areas of Paarl Mountain and Paarl Nature Reserve and promises some rewarding views. The 5km will cater for those who are seeking a chilled and less strenuous experience.
Returning this year in the 5km range is the Daniel and Friends Push Forward 5km. Here, moms with prams are most welcome. This category includes entry for someone pushing a wheelchair or “buggy”, as well as entry for the other-abled participant.
Prices range between R200 and R500, while the Daniel and Friends category is R150. Participants will receive a goodie bag and T-shirt, and kids up to the age of 8 years can walk for free, but will not receive a gift bag.
Spectators and participants can look forward to a number of treats on the day, including a petting zoo and can head to Fairview or the nearby Spice Route for goods and activities that range from wine, cheese and patisserie delicacies to chocolate, biltong and beer tastings!
All sorts of food and drink, including La Capra and Fairview Wines and locally brewed beer, will be on offer. The prize giving includes plenty of spot prizes and the generous donations of the proceeds from race entries, to a number of beneficiaries.
While the festival itself is free of charge, tickets for the run will range depending on the distance:
- 28km (7:30am) – R500
- 15km (8:00am) – R300
- 8km (8:15am) – R200
- 5km run (8:30am) – R200
- 5km walk (8:45am) – R200 (kids up to age 8 walk free of charge but will not receive a goodie bag)
- 5km Daniel & Friends Push Forward – R150
All proceeds will be donated to the following charities:
- Drakenstein Hospice – http://ow.ly/YpTi30lAfo0
- Sunflower Fund – http://ow.ly/BSsH30lAftH
- Daniel and Friend’s Fund – http://ow.ly/u23F30lAfwm
- Jurie du Toit Autism Centre
Tickets can be purchased by visiting: https://www.entryninja.com/events/76719-goat-run-2021
Race pack collections:
- Thursday, November 4 2021 – Cape Union Mart Adventure Centre (Canal Walk) – 1pm – 7pm
- Friday, November 5 2021 – Fairview Wine & Cheese, Paarl – 4pm – 6pm
- Saturday, November 6 2021 – Fairview Wine & Cheese, Paarl – from 6am until races start
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Picture: Facebook / La Capra Goat Run