First 5K Trail Race a Success
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Barbour Woods is Site of Norfolk Land Trus Race
The eventual winner, Roger Johnson, wearing number 5, at the start of the race.
A thin drizzle and slippery trails did not deter the runners who gathered for the Norfolk Land Trust’s first annual 5K Trail Run through Barbour Woods on Saturday, October 4. The race started at the Lovers Lane entrance to the woods at 10 a.m. The winner was Roger Johnson of Norfolk, in 26’17”. He was followed by Jones Brokaw, 27’29”, and Ryan Williams, 27’41”. The first woman finisher was Mary Reeves in 31’36”. Race organizer Kate Johnson was pleased with the turnout of 25 runners of all ages and plans to hold the race again next year.
Photos by Owen Wood
