5K & 10 Mile
June 9, 2012
2012 REGISTRATION NOW OPEN!!!!!
2011 RACE RESULTS
The Run for the River 5K & 10 Mile race is part of the annual Kenai River Festival, a free family event geared towards fun and inspiration. The proceeds from the race help support the Festival and environmental education programs of the Kenai Watershed Forum. This year we are pleased to announce our presenting sponsor is Central Peninsula Hospital.
Many Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor...
Registration
Early Registration - April 1 thru June 6 - $20
On-Line • Via Mail • In Person (KWF office at the Blazy Mall)
Late Registration - June 8 at the Runners Feed - $30
In person only at the Pasta Feed at Soldotna Creek Park. See below for details.
Race Day Registration - June 9 at Soldotna Creek Park - $35
General Information
This is a combination 5K and 10 Mile walk/run for all ages! Competitive runners as well as casual walkers all enjoy this multiple-turn, looped course that follows along the famous Kenai River. Medals are awarded to the top 3 5K and 10 Mile runners for men and women.
Bib Pick-up & Pre-Race Dinner • June 8th
All registered runner's are invited to a free dinner the night before the race! While there you can pick up your bib, enjoy live music and check out the race course maps. Volunteers will be on hand to answer any race related questions you might have. Late registration will be available for runners to register and join the festivities.
Race Central & Race Day Information
Race Central is at Hutching Auto Group under their big white star tent, adjacent to the Festival Grounds! All runners/walkers are asked to check in at Race Central. All race activities will be based at Hutchings this year.
Registration • 8:00 AM
10 Mile Start •
8:30 AM
5K Start
• 9:00 AM
Parking
Saturday morning look for the Race Parking signs for free accessible parking to Race Central (as available)! Free overflow parking available at Johnson Tire, Aspen Hotel and behind River City Books.
From out of town
We're thrilled you have chosen to join us for the 2012 Run for the River. We know you'll find the Kenai Peninsula and specifically the city of Soldotna a very welcoming place. There are several close options for lodging and camping. We encourage you to visit the offical Visit Soldotna website as you make your plans to explore our area.
Several hotels are offering special athlete rates for the weekend. Please contact our office for more information and a list of lodging locations.
We need Volunteers
Want to be a part of this exciting event? Volunteers are needed for race set-up, manning water stations, registration and more! Contact Rhonda Orth at rhonda@kenaiwatershed.org to sign up today!
Thank You, Central Peninsula Hospital!
Many thanks to all the folks at Central Peninsula Hospital! We appreciate their support and community spirit! Central Peninsula Hospital is dedicated to promoting wellness and providing high quality health care to residents and visitors to the Kenai Peninsula.
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