Eagle file photo Eliza and her mom Heather Bailey forge their way toward the Gold Rush Run finish line last year. The race begins at 7 a.m. Saturday, June 11, this year.

CANYON CITY – Everyone can run, or walk, “for the gold” in this year’s ’62 Days Gold Rush Run and Walk in Canyon City at 7 a.m. Saturday, June 11.

The 5K course is a scenic loop that begins and ends in front of Sels Brewery in Canyon City. It passes such historic sites as Humbolt Diggings, Hog Point and Rebel Hill.

The event, sponsored by The Strawberry Striders and Whiskey Gulch Gang, attracts novice and experienced runners, as well as walkers of all ages.

Last year’s winner Tanner Elliott finished the course in 19 minutes, 33 seconds.

Walkers joining the event can expect to cover the course in about 45 minutes.

The overall men’s and women’s winners in two age divisions, 39 and under and 40 and over, will receive ’62 Days commemorative awards. The top finisher in each 10-year age division will receive ribbons. All children 12 and under will receive medals.

Those who preregister pay a reduced entry fee and will receive a heavyweight cotton T-shirt.

Registration forms are available at the Grant County Chamber of Commerce, 301 W. Main St., John Day. Preregistration costs $15. Registration from 6-6:45 a.m. on race day costs $18, and will be available in front of Sels.

For more information, call the Chamber at 541-575-0547.