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Special Event
Event
Race for the Grasshopper
This event has already occurred. This page is provided for reference only.
Fee:
Free. Watching the event is free, but registration fees apply. To register, go to https://register.chronotrack.com/r/44738.Dates & Times
Date:
Saturday, February 9, 2019
Time:
9:00 AM
Duration:
1 hour
Description
At the close of the Battle of Cowpens in 1781, two American officers raced for the ultimate prize, a British three-pounder cannon, called the “Grasshopper”. Each year, Cowpens National Battlefield and Spartanburg Running Club commemorate the race to capture the cannon with this 5k event on a USATF certified course.
More information
Reservation or Registration: Yes
Registration is required to participate in the race.To register, go to https://register.chronotrack.com/r/44738.