The Beaver Bolt 5K will be held on Saturday, August 10, 2024, at the Harper Creek High School Cross-Country Course, 12677 Beadle Lake Road, Battle Creek, Michigan. 

Day of Race Registration is from 8:00 am to 8:50 am.
Race Start Time is  9:00 am.
Awards ceremony will follow the race.

Register Today!

  • Pre-Registration 5k Run/Walk  - $25 per person until August 9, 11:59 pm
  • Same Day Registration 5K Run/Walk - $30 per person
  • Group/Family pricing of 3 or more participants will receive a $5.00 discount for each member.  This offer is valid until August 9, 11:59 pm
  • Registration must be submitted by August 2 to receive a guaranteed tee shirt.
  • Tee Shirts will be guaranteed for registrations through August 2.  A limited extra quantity will be available on a first-come, first-served basis on Race Day.

Awards for the top three finishers (male and female) will be given in each division.
13 and under
14-18 years old
19-29 years old
30-39 years old
40-49 years old
50-59 years old
60-69 years old
70 years and up




Harper's Unsung Hero- Elizabeth Murphy

Elizabeth chose teaching as her second career, with her first classroom placement being at Valley View Elementary, the school she attended as a child. She eventually joined her children at Wattles Park Elementary. Like her path to becoming a teacher, her path to becoming a parent was also non-traditional.

You are invited to the HCCS Community Connections Luncheon

Join Harper Creek Community Schools for a Community Connections Luncheon on May 13. Enjoy a complimentary meal, hear district updates, and connect with others in a welcoming setting.

Beaveriety is Back!

After several years away, the Beaveriety Talent Show is returning to Harper Creek, inviting everyone in the community to showcase their skills. With open auditions and a spirit of togetherness, the event aims to celebrate wide-ranging talents while supporting performing arts programs. Auditions will be held on Thursday, April 16, from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Harper Creek High School auditorium. 

Harper's Unsung Hero - Lindsey Cook

Lindsey has evolved as an educator, taking on various roles, including early childhood teacher, first-grade teacher, fourth-grade teacher, and virtual English teacher for non-English learners. During and after the pandemic, she began to take on several leadership roles, which eventually led to her transition from teacher to administrator

Harper's Unsung Hero - Lesa Kenney

Lesa’s passion for music as a child led her to pursue a teaching degree. She was inspired by middle school music teachers and knew that she also wanted to be a music teacher. Although she couldn’t become a music teacher, she still completed her degree at WMU to become a teacher.