December 4, 2008

INFORMATION

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Event Information

Event Date

Thursday, July 31, 2008

Time

The Run/Walk begins promptly at 6:30 pm.

Location

Diversey Harbor in Lincoln Park
(across from the Peggy Notebart Nature Museum - 2430 N. Cannon Dr. )

Registration

Pre-Registration: $30
Day-of-Registration: $35
CARA members receive a $2 discount
Kids (6 & under) - Free










Chicago Area Runners Association

Timing

The 5k course is USATF certified (IL-04061-JW) and professionally timed. All participants in the 5K run will receive a timing chip on race day, the 1 mile fun walk will not be timed. Time clocks will also be displayed at miles one, two and the finish.

Packet Pick-Up

Day-of Race packet pickup is available from 5 pm to 6 pm at the race site in Lincoln Park. Timing chips will be available for pick up at the race. Please get their early to claim your timing chip.

Gear Check

On-site gear check is available for all participants.

Parking

Parking is available on Cannon Drive and at the various public lots surrounding Lincoln Park & Diversey Harbor.

Public Transportation

CTA Brown and Purple lines stop at Fullerton. For more information on public transportation, visit the CTA website at www.transitchicago.com.

Post Event

Enjoy complimentary food and beverages, live music and entertainment for the whole family!

Results

Results will be posted on www.childrensmemorial.org/yab.

Prizes

Prizes will be awarded as follows:

  • Top Male & Female Finisher: A Four Seasons Chicago or Ritz-Carlton getaway package
  • Top Three Fundraisers: A Four Seasons or Ritz-Carlton getaway package (top two fundraisers also receive two roundtrip air tickets on United Airlines)
  • Top Fundraising Team: $40 gift certificates to new Adidas store in Chicago for all team members (20 members max)
  • Participants who raise $50 (1 raffle ticket) or $100 (2 raffle tickets) are eligible to win exciting prizes including gift certificates from the Four Seasons, Ritz Carlton and other area restaurants and stores
  • Prizes will be awarded immediately following the conclusion of the Run/Walk
  • Prizes are subject to change

Afterparty

An afterparty for all participants and volunteers will be held at Matilda's in Lakeview (3101 N. Sheffield Ave). Admission is free and all participants will receive a free drink coupon.

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