Participants in the annual dash were able to attempt many different obstacles at the Solon Recreation and Nature Center (SRNA), including a human hamster wheel, car wash, plank walk, and brand new rope obstacle.

There was also a particularly messy obstacle, called “Spartan Decontamination,” in which volunteers sprayed colored powdered dye at participants as they ran past, leaving adults and kids alike covered in a variety of hues. This was a favorite of many kids, including local student Reagan, who volunteered to spray the participants with the powder. Reagan, who was covered in the powder herself, said that she couldn’t wait to spray her sister, who was going to be running by later.

Besides “Spartan Decontamination,” another well-loved obstacle was the “Car Wash” which consisted of a variety of pool noodles and a hose combined to get participants wet and maybe wash off a little bit of the powder before heading over to the Timber Lodge for concessions and a raffle. Businesses were able to have signs strung or planted by their sponsored obstacle, giving participants a look into the businesses that made the dash possible.

All proceeds from the event will be donated to the Parent-Teacher Organizations (PTO) at Lakeview Elementary and the Solon Intermediate School and will help fund classroom expenses.

Overall, the Spartan Dash was not only a great community fundraiser, but a fun start to the warmer months approaching.