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GulfQuest presents its inaugural Race to the River--a 5K and Family Fun Run
Jun 6, 2016
MOBILE, AL -- GulfQuest is pleased to announce the inaugural Race to the River, a 5K and Family Fun Run, on Saturday, June 18, to benefit the museum.
“Following the opening of the Arthur Outlaw Convention Center, Cooper Riverside Park and the Alabama Cruise Terminal, the next phase was to create a “hub” of public activity on the Mobile Riverfront,” Tony Zodrow, GulfQuest Executive Director said. “As a signature attraction for the Gulf Coast, GulfQuest has become that hub, bringing tens of thousands of people to the Mobile Riverfront, most for the first time.”
Zodrow said the inaugural Race to the River is another way to bring people right to the riverfront, to get them “up close and personal” with Mobile’s rich maritime heritage and culture.
“From the large cargo ships that pass GulfQuest throughout the day, to the shipbuilding that’s taking place across the river at Austal, the very busy Port of Mobile is an attraction that many locals, must less out-of-towners, don't get to see on a regular basis,” Zodrow said. “We are excited about getting individuals and families down to the river for a fun-filled morning.”
While the start and finish lines for the 5K Run and Family Fun Run will be at Ft. Conde Village, the post-race activities, including the awards’ ceremony, will take place along the river in front of GulfQuest. Those festivities will include live music and refreshments, including a local favorite—shrimp and grits, provided by The Galley (GulfQuest's café)—plus door prizes. All registered race and fun run participants will be entered to win door prizes that include a GulfQuest Family Membership and a child’s GulfQuest birthday party.
“What’s also unique about Race to the River is the fact that we are offering half-off GulfQuest admission and half-off GulfQuest memberships for all race participants,” Mike Beasley, GulfQuest Director of Development said. “And, we are extending that offer through Sunday, which is Father’s Day, so it could end up being a great family weekend!”
All proceeds from Race to the River will benefit GulfQuest, a not-for-profit, 501c3 and the world’s first maritime museum dedicated to the Gulf of Mexico’s rich historical, cultural and economic significance. Proceeds will support GulfQuest’s groundbreaking interactive exhibits, traveling exhibits and educational programs, as well as its mission of inspiring visitors of all ages to consider dozens of career opportunities—from welding to research—in the maritime industry.
Race applications are available at McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri or Fleet Feet in Mobile, Running Wild in Fairhope, and at GulfQuest. All entries by mail must be postmarked by June 11. Walk-in applications at any of the above locations must be turned in by June 16 at noon. Online registration, at www.gulfquest.org, ends June 17 at 4 a.m.
Early race packet pick-up and late registration will take place at GulfQuest on Friday, June 17, from noon – 6 p.m. Race day registration and packet pick-up will take place at GulfQuest from 6 a.m. – 7 a.m. Participants registered by June 1 will be guaranteed a race t-shirt in the size requested.
The registration fees are as follows: Pre-registered adults--$25; Youth (13 and under) $20. Day of race adults--$30; Youth (13 and under) $25. Registration fees include race shirt, half price entry in to GulfQuest (good through Sunday, June 19), and entry to the post race celebration.
Awards will be given to the top male and top female Overall, Masters, Grandmasters, and Senior Grandmasters, as well as the top three male and female in the following age groups: 9 and under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Click here to register online. Race applications are also available at McCoy Outdoor, Run-N-Tri or Fleet Feet in Mobile, Running Wild in Fairhope, and at GulfQuest. For more information, email [email protected], or call 251-202-6303.
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