MS Events Announces Second Annual St. Patty's Run Green 8K
MS Events announces its second annual St. Patty's Day Run Green 8K race to be held in downtown Raleigh on Sunday, March 7th.
RALEIGH, NC, February 12, 2010 /24-7PressRelease/ -- MS Events (www.mseventsnc.org), the nonprofit organization coordinating Triangle-area bike and foot endurance races, announces the second annual Run Green 8K (www.stpattysrungreen.com). The event will be held on Sunday, March 7 at downtown Raleigh's Moore Square, and a portion of the proceeds will benefit the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Eastern North Carolina.
"Last year's inaugural earth-friendly race was a huge success with more than 800 runners and hundreds more enjoying the green expo and festivities," says Bruce Bokish, director of MS Events. "This year we are planning an even bigger and better green event."
New this year is a Pint-sized Micro-Marathon for non-runners who want to support the fight against MS. Walk, jog, or run 26.2 yards around Moore Square, and then take part in a variety of post-race festivities. Hosted by Tir na nOg Irish Pub, the post-race party will feature live music and a special menu. The first 1,500 registered runners will receive a St. Patty's Run Green pint glass and one complimentary beer. In addition, every 100th 8K finisher will receive a free pair of Brooks running shoes from Fleet Feet Sports, Raleigh.
Other highlights of this event include:
• A scenic new USATF-sanctioned 8K course (with 2 water stops)
• Jaguar race timing: disposable-tag timing by Precision Race, with no separate chip
distribution line or finish-line congestion caused by chip collection
• Convenient parking close to the race start/finish at Moore Square
• A green, sustainable event with minimal landfill waste
The St. Patty's Run Green 8K is an earth-friendly St. Patty's celebration. It is the first sustainable "Race Without a Trace" in Raleigh. Aimed at minimizing landfill waste, the race utilizes electronic race packets and compostable food and drink containers.
Race sponsors Fleet Feet Sports Raleigh and Brooks Sports will provide competitive division prizes. Award categories include:
• Top 3 overall male and female
• Top 3 overall male and female Masters
• Top Kilt wearers
• Top 3 male and female in each age group
The fee to participate in the event is $25 thru February 23, then $30 until March 6. Race day fee is $35. For more race information or to register online, visit www.stpattysrungreen.com or call (919) 349-1719.
About MS Events:
MS Events is a Triangle nonprofit, dedicated to coordinating bike and foot races that raise funds and awareness for local causes. The organization began as a group of volunteers and continues today as such with nonprofit certification. Currently, MS Events raises funds for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society of Eastern North Carolina. 2010 events include: St. Patty's Run Green 8K, Cup 'n Cone Tour and the Ridgewood Turkey Trot. For more information, visit www.mseventsnc.org.
About Race Without a Trace:
The Race Without a Trace initiative was developed by Endurance Magazine. The initiative serves as a basis for all events to empower and enable collective communities to embrace positive change in attitudes toward environmental sustainability. The magazine and its initiative are committed to improving the environment and reversing the negative impacts on climate change. Visit www.endurancemag.com/go-green.
About the National Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Society:
The National MS Society helps individuals address the challenges of living with MS through their 50-state network of local chapters. The Society helps people affected by MS by funding cutting-edge research, driving change through advocacy, facilitating professional education, and providing programs and services that help people with MS and their families move their lives forward. Visit www.nationalmssociety.org.
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