Zero Waste Athletic Event Services
“I used to feel guilty about how much waste we were throwing away at events…“
Randy Step, Owner and President RF Events
Want a Waste-Free Race?
Happy Planet Running is an affordable Zero Waste service provider for your race events. We specialize in working with small, local races so they can be part of the zero-waste movement in a budget-friendly way. Ask us how we can make your race leave no trace!
What Events Do We Support?
Road and trail running events
Gravel bike races
Triathlons
And More!
Latest Reports
That’s a (Cranberry PB) Wrap! The Original Ann Arbor Turkey Trot 2026 Sustainability Report
At this year’s Original Ann Arbor Turkey Trot, put on by Epic Races, the sun finally came out after rain and snow the previous two years. That made…
Bonfyre Trail Fest 2026 Sustainability Report
The Bonfyre Trail Fest put on by RF Events moved to a new location this year, down the road a bit from the old site. There was a…
Run Scream Run 2026 Sustainability Report
This year’s Run Scream Run 5K/10K, put on by RF Events, actually took place on Halloween. As usual there were some terrific costumes on display. Our Zero Waste…
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