38th Annual Loonsday 2021

The 38th annual Loonsday walk is Saturday June 5th, at 9am. It is open to all ages; the 5 mile course is designed for a family fun run adventure or an easy morning stroll.

Beginning and ending at the Old Schoolhouse at 4000 Colville Road in Loon Lake. The course will be clearly marked, but to keep it safe for children of all ages, pets must be kept on a leash, and bikes and scooters are prohibited.

The entry fee includes your choice of:

T-shirt for $14;
- Available in all sizes
Dri-fit short sleeve shirt for $18;
Sweatshirt or Dri-fit long sleeve shirt for $20;
- Available in adult sizes

If you need a XXL it is an additional $2 cost to the above prices.
Entry fee without a shirt is $2.

Make sure you mail your entry by May 21st to be guaranteed your shirt. If you’re unable to pick up your shirt on June 5th by 1pm, make sure you claim it at 2 Loons Distillery the following Saturday between 11am and 2pm.

All donations and sponsors are especially welcomed for this year’s Loonsday, as all proceeds will go to community projects.

For questions and additional information:

Call: (509) 998-0440
Email: [email protected]
Visit them on Facebook: FB.me/Loonsday

Entry form are available at area businesses, including 2 Loon Distillery, Loon Lake Post Office, Loon Lake Library, or you can download and print it from: Dpgazette.com/loonsdayentry

Make sure you come out to show support to the community!

2 Loons Distillery, 38th Annual Loonsday, Loon Lake Post Office, Old Schoolhouse

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