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Run2PayItForward

Sun October 12, 2014 Waterford, MI 48327 US Directions

Events

10 Mile

9:00AM EDT

5k

9:30AM EDT

Place

7800 Gale Road
Waterford, MI US 48327

Description

Run2payitforward 10 mile and 5k trail footrace will be an event you won't soon forget.  The course is 90% single track trail and 10% dirt roads and grass that traverses through Pontiac Lake Recreation Area, in White Lake Twp, Michigan.  The course winds its way through a beautiful and scenic landscape that will challenge you with every foot strike and leave you with a sense of empowerment for having accomplished what you set out to do.  The mission of the event is to get us out into nature and help others by paying it forward.  A portion of the proceeds of the event will go to Camp Casey, an organization that serves children with cancer  and Stay in the Shade, raising awarness and research funds for melanoma.  
And runners are encouraged to bring a gently used running garment or pair of used running shoes that will be donated to a local group.

Registration

Registration will take place online with RunSignUp.com starting  January 1st -  10 Mile $50/ 5k $25; starting June 2nd - 10 Mile $55/ 5k $30; Starting August 2nd- October 10th - 10 Mile $60/ 5k $35.
Online registration closes October 10th at 9pm or if field reaches 300 participants.  There will be race day registration available onsite (t-shirts will be on a first come first to get basis)
Please register early to ensure your awesome shirt!

Lodging:  There is camping in Pontiac Lake Rec Area, call 248-666-1020 or contact www.michigandnr.com for site reservations.  The nearest hotel is Comfort Inn Waterford, 7076  Highland Rd, Waterford, Mi 48327. 

Paying it Forward
Free pair of gloves to runners who bring a gently used running garment or pair of shoes on race morning.  Collected items will be donated to a local group.
Proceeds from the race will be donated to Stay in the Shade and Camp Casey

All runners will receive a long sleeve shirt and finisher medallion
Race entry also covers hydration and energy foods along the course as well as post race fuel up party & awards!

Awards:  Overall and Masters Men's and Women's winners in 10 Mile and 5k to recieve an award
top age group winners to receive an award Age groups:  0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over

This will be a chip timed event brought to you by Fast Dog Timing!
Contact us at info@fastdogtiming.com with any questions www.fastdogtiming.com



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Direction To Start

The start/finish area are in the Pontiac Lake Recreation Area which is located west of Pontiac approximately 2.5 mile.  New this year, the start and finish will take place at the Beach Area located west off Pontiac Lake Road just north of M-59.

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