It’s that time of the year again when much-loved charity event La Capra Goat Run celebrates the sounds, sights and tastes of Paarl and the spirit of La Capra! The annual run, presented by Asics, takes place at Fairview Wine and Cheese in Paarl from 7.30am onwards on Saturday, 9 September 2017.
September marks the first day of spring. On the farm, goat kids are born, vines have their first buds open and it also marks time for the Goat Run – a celebration of people from all walks of life who get into gear and give back to raise money to support local charities.
Trail running fave
The event is a trail running favourite in the winelands and includes a 5km fun walk/run as well as an 8km, 15km and 28km trail run for the more adventurous. The 5km track will also be open to all friends of The Daniel and Friends Fund, http://danielandfriends.com/daniel/ . There’ll be a buggy and wheelchair-friendly meander route for mums and toddlers taking part in the 5km fun walk/run, which takes walkers through the picturesque countryside past grazing cattle and sheep. There will be plenty of kids entertainment and prizes up for grabs for winners in all distances.
This year the Goat Run introduces a festival, which begins at 11.30am and is open to all. The festival offers fun activities and food stalls for both spectators and runners. Pop in at Fairview to enjoy live music and indulge in a range of treats from the farm, such as freshly baked patisseries (think croissants and danishes), health smoothies made from Fairview’s full fat yoghurt and locally-made, artisanal ice cream.
Wine on tap
Of course, there’ll be La Capra wine served in a revolutionary new way – wine on tap – which ensures the wine is fresh, more environmentally friendly and of good quality. Craft beer from the Cape Brewing Company next door will also be available. Entry to the festival is free.
Participants get a goodie bag with a La Capra T-shirt, La Capra wine, Fairview cheese, a wine tasting voucher and other items to enjoy. Proceeds go to The Drakenstein Hospice, Boland School of Autism, Sunfield Home, Wellington Lions Club, Paarl Mountain Reserve and Sunflower Fund.
What: La Capra Goat Run
Where: Fairview Wine and Cheese, Paarl
When: Saturday, 9 September 2017, 7.30am
Festival: From 11.30am, Free
Trail runners: R200 for 5km fun walk/run and 8km races, R300 for 15km race, R500 for the 28km race. Children welcome and walk free
Book tickets: https://www.entryninja.com/events/event/13381-la-capra-goat-run-2017, (http://trailrunning.co.za/event/la-capra-goat-run-powered-by-asics-2017/
Info: Zelda Brokensha zelda@fairview.co.za, 021 863 2450
Social media: Follow @fairviewwineandcheese on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram
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