CARA has extensive operational preparedness plans to meet all safety and gathering guidelines provided by state and local authorities. Our plans have been widely accepted and were adopted by the Road Runners Clubs of America as a national framework for a return to group running during COVID-19.

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Participation expectations will be as follows:

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• Participants are expected to wear a mask or face covering when gathering pre- or post-run until they are two weeks post full vaccination for COVID-19. Per CDC guidance, fully vaccinated participants are not required to wear a mask or face covering while gathering pre or post-run.

• Do not participate if you are feeling sick or ill, and or have a fever, or if you are unvaccinated and have been in contact with someone unrecovered from COVID-19.

• Persons from high-risk groups for COVID-19 complications should consult their physician before participating.

• Participants are encouraged to avoid traditional forms of physical contact (handshakes, high-fives, hugs, partner stretching, etc.), as well as close group gathering (group pictures, etc.).

• Do not spit or blow nose while running in the group.

• Do not share personal items, such as hydration, energy gels, towels, etc.

• Participants may be required to exit programs/events temporarily or permanently should their actions not meet expectations and or they are creating risk for themselves or others.