12th
Annual
Mark Wilson 7K Run
Presented by Costen Floors
Saturday - September 8 th 2007 - 8:30am
7K Run - 2 Mile Walk - 1/2 Mile Kids Fun Run
Purpose: The
Mark Wilson 7K is a tribute from family and friends in loving memory of
Mark Wilson. Mark left our presence in December 1995 while serving our
country as a SEAL in the U.S. Navy. This race pays tribute to Mark and
the everlasting values he lived by – Honor, Commitment, Integrity, and Loyalty.
Proceeds: The
proceeds from this event will go towards funding a scholarship to the Virginia
Military Institute.
Registration & Fees: Race
registration is $20 before 8/15 and $25 thereafter. Runners are encouraged to raise
additional money by asking friends and family to sponsor them. Upon
registering, fundraising tips and instructions will be sent to race
participants. T-shirt for first 300 Registered Runners/Walkers
Location: We start and finish at the W.M. Jordan Building at 708 Bainbridge St. Richmond, VA 23224. A new challenging 7k course takes in all the scenes of downtown Richmond, plus a few trails including Canal Walk, Brown’s Island, Belle Isle, and the Flood Wall. Additionally, there are two stair climbs..
Awards & Prizes: T-shirts are guaranteed to first 300 participants. Medals will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd in individual age groups. All prizes will be awarded during the prize ceremony on race day.
Kids
Run: 1/2 Mile Kids Fun Run (kids 8 and younger)
Tailgate: Don’t
feel like running but still want to support Mark Wilson? Join us for
the post-race party at the 7K finish
line. Featuring a DJ, food, adult beverages, and your friends and family.
Free for participants and kids.
Age
Groups: 15 & Under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over.
Race day Schedule:
7:00 am - Race Packet Pickup
8:15 - Opening Ceremony
8:30 - 7k Run begins
9:00 - 2 Mile Walk begins
9:30 - 1/2 Mile Kids Fun Run begins
10:00 - Winners announced and prizes awarded
10:30 to 12pm - Tailgate party
More
Information: Contact
Katie Decker at MarkWilson7k@gmail.com or call 804-677-6079
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