Registration is now open for the 2009 Race Around the Reservoir!
INDIANAPOLIS (October 14, 2008) – Registration for the 2nd Annual Geist Half Marathon & 5K to be held on Saturday, May 16, 2009 is now open. Register at www.GeistHalf.com.
“Last year the Inaugural Geist Half Marathon & 5K sold-out early so we have opened the registration early for 2009 and have expanded the field size to 6,000 to accommodate more participants,” said Race Director Jeff Graves.
The event benefits a great cause by supporting local children’s health, wellness and fitness programs in the Geist Reservoir area. Last year, $20,000 was raised and donated to Lawrence Township and Hamilton Southeastern schools.
“We hope that with an expanded race field and more corporate sponsors that we will be able to do even more this year,” said Tom Britt, President of the Geist Half Marathon Inc.
The Geist Half Marathon & 5K showcases the beauty of the Geist Reservoir area, with spectacular views of the reservoir, the beauty of running down tree lined Fall Creek Road and then finishing up right at the waters edge. This event provides one of the Midwest’s most scenic run/walks by going around the reservoir crossing over five bridges providing for spectacular views.
A popular attraction last year will see a few changes this year: The Month of May Marathon Club. Runners completing the Geist Half Marathon and any other certified 13.1 mile race in the month of May in 2009 are eligible. Participants that are properly registered for the Club, pay the $26.20 non-refundable fee, and show proof of completing another 13.1 mile certified race in addition to completing the Geist Half Marathon, are allowed into the Month of May Marathon Club.
To register, sponsor, or volunteer for the Geist Half Marathon & 5K, go to www.GeistHalf.com. Fees are $45 for the Half Marathon and $25 for the 5K race participants.
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