The North Face Endurance Challenge Comes to Atlanta for the First Time

(BUSINESS WIRE)--For the first time in its four-year history, The North Face Endurance Challenge comes to Atlanta, Georgia on October 16-17, 2010. Named one of the 25 best running cities in America by Runner’s World magazine, Atlanta will host the two-day event that will feature 50-Mile, 50K, Half-Marathon and 10K race distances. This year’s event will also feature a Marathon, Marathon Relay, 5K race and runs for kids under 13.

“The Pine Mountain Ridge – on the southernmost edge of the Appalachian Mountain range – will offer a breathtaking fall foliage backdrop in mid-October.”

Hosted by internationally-recognized ultrarunner Dean Karnazes, The North Face Endurance Challenge Presented by Gore-Tex offers a unique running experience, welcoming people to push and exceed their personal limits on the trail. Following regional races in Bear Mountain, NY and Washington, DC, The North Face 2010 Endurance Challenge comes to Madison, WI and Atlanta before culminating with the championship in San Francisco. Each of the men’s and women’s regional Gore-Tex 50 Mile winners will take home $1,000. At the Championship, $10,000 each will go to the top male and female Gore-Tex 50 Mile finisher.

“The Atlanta race is a hardy test for trail runners of any level,” said Karnazes. “The Pine Mountain Ridge – on the southernmost edge of the Appalachian Mountain range – will offer a breathtaking fall foliage backdrop in mid-October.”

The Southeast Regional course will run through historic F.D. Roosevelt State Park in Pine Mountain, GA, which offers 42 miles of established trails. The course features a mixture of technical terrain with rocky rooted footing and some hard-packed trails, including plenty of water crossings and ascents/descents along the Pine Mountain Ridge, resulting in a tough test of off-road endurance.

“This is the first year the Endurance Challenge is coming to the southeast and we’re excited to build on our relationships with the Atlanta running community,” said Aaron Carpenter, Vice President of Marketing for The North Face. “With a new two-day format and family-oriented activities each day, the Endurance Challenge provides opportunities for athletes at every level to have fun.”

The North Face Endurance Challenge was awarded “Best Green Race Series” by Trail Runner magazine in 2009. In addition to The North Face Endurance Challenge, The North Face hosts global endurance events in Europe, Asia, Australia, South America and Canada. For more information about The North Face global endurance events check out www.thenorthface.com/endurancechallenge.

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Lung Cancer Alliance-Georgia Announces 2nd Annual No More Excuses 5K Run/1 mile walk

 Saturday, November 6, 2010 - Rain or Shine
Registration begins at 7:00 a.m.
Race/Walk begin at 8:00 a.m.


New Balance Atlanta @ North Point
7300 North Point Parkway
Alpharetta, GA 30022


 Pre-registration online: $20 per person
Race-day registration: $25 per person
Online at: www.nomoreexcusesrunwalk.kintera.org


/PRNewswire/ -- Yesterday, Lung Cancer Alliance-Georgia (LCA-GA) announced the return of the No More Excuses No More Lung Cancer 5K Run/Walk. Taking place on Saturday, November 6, 2010, the run/walk will raise awareness for lung cancer to help reduce the stigma of the disease, expand the grassroots movement for the disease and inspire others to join the cause to increase compassion and support to all those impacted by lung cancer.

Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death nationally and in Georgia. This year alone, more Georgians will lose their lives to lung cancer than breast, prostate and colon cancers--combined. More than 75% of those diagnosed never smoked at all or are former smokers who quit decades ago.

"Lung cancer affects men and women of all ages, ethnicities and lifestyles. It does not discriminate," said LCA-GA Co-Director and six-year stage IV lung cancer survivor, Ed Levitt. "All cancer patients deserve compassion and the best possible treatment regardless of their smoking history. LCA-GA is changing the face of lung cancer in Georgia and the No More Excuses Run/Walk helps us do just that."

LCA-GA's NO MORE EXCUSES 5K RUN/WALK offers participants a meaningful and inspirational avenue to support the lung cancer community in Georgia and beyond, as well as to honor loved ones touched by this disease. Proceeds from the event will help LCA-GA provide support, information and hope to the almost 6,000 Georgians diagnosed with lung cancer each year and their families as well as raising awareness and securing public health dollars for lung cancer research.

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The Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run Scheduled for Saturday, December 5, 2009

It’s that time of year again; the time to register to be a part of the Southeast’s most exciting bridge run, the Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run on Saturday, December 5, 2009. Learning more about the Bridge Run just got a whole lot easier with the launch of the newly redesigned Web site, www.SavannahRiverBridgeRun.com.

The Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run is an annual event attracting thousands of participants, race enthusiasts and funseekers from Savannah, the Lowcountry and across the U.S. each
year. The Bridge Run gives participants the chance to cross Savannah’s Talmadge Bridge, a 1.4-mile span at a 5.5% grade, 196 feet above the Savannah River, on foot.

The Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run has something for everyone – races, awards, and a fun
after-race party with food, refreshments, music and more. It features the LIFESTATS 5K Run/Walk, a 10K Run, a Double-Pump Race, a Team Challenge, the Double-Pump Team Challenge and a 1/4 mile Kids Run.

Friends, family, fans and race spectators are invited to join us as we cheer on the Bridge Run participants in downtown Savannah on Saturday, December 5. The 10K Race will start at 9:00 a.m., the Life Stats 5K Race starts at 8:15 a.m. and the 1/4 mile Kids Run starts at 8:00 a.m. The LIFESTATS 5K Race begins across the Savannah River on Hutchinson Island and ends in front of the Savannah Civic Center. The 10K Race starts in front of the Chatham County Court House on Montgomery Street and finishes in front of the Savannah Civic Center. To view the race map, please visit www.SavannahRiverBridgeRun.com.

Registration is available online at www.active.com. Register from November 1 – December 3 and the entry fee is $30. Packet Pickup will be at the Expo located inside the Savannah Civic Center on Friday, December 4. Participants that register at the Expo will pay $35. The entry fee includes a t-shirt and refreshments. Participants cannot register on the day of the race.

Presented by Enmark and organized by the Greater Savannah Sports Council, the Enmark Savannah River Bridge Run benefits the Cancer Care Research Pavilion at St. Joseph's/Candler.
For registration, race details and information contact Fleet Feet Sports of Savannah at (912) 355-3527 or visit www.SavannahRiverBridgeRun.com.

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Run for University of West Georgia Almost Here

Early registration for the 24th annual Run for UWG (University of West Georgia) is ongoing through Friday, Sept. 25, ending at 5 p.m. Registering early guarantees a tee shirt and reduced rates of $10 for individuals and $15 for families. All fees go toward the Annual Fund and student scholarship. After September 25 registration increases by $5.

The event features three races suitable for every age beginning with a Tot-Trot for ages 2 to 6, a one-mile walk/run and a 5K event. The 5K race will have awards for the top three finishers in a variety of age and gender divisions ranging from 11 years to 70 and over.

The race date is October 1 and registration forms should be mailed or delivered to the Alumni House on Maple Street. Forms are available at the Alumni House and online at the Development and Alumni Relations site, http://www.westga.edu/alumni.
Call 678-839-6582 for more information.

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Main Street Newnan’s Sunrise on the Square Road Race

Dust off those running shoes! Main Street Newnan’s Annual Mike Fitzpatrick Ford’s Sunrise on the Square Road Race is planned for Saturday, September 5th.

The One Mile Walk/Run begins at 7:45 a.m., followed by the 5K at 8:00 a.m. There will be a short “Tot Trot” following the race. Runners will gather on West Broad Street for the start of the race. The race course continues to Newnan High School and through historic neighborhoods and then finishes at the square.

The entry fee is $20 for runners if received by September 3rd and is $25 on the day of the race. All participants will receive a 100% cotton long sleeved road race t-shirt. Beverages and light refreshments will be available. Tot Trotters will receive a short sleeved youth size t-shirt.

The road race is a fundraiser for the Main Street Newnan program, which hosts about 40 special events throughout the year in downtown Newnan. Along with Main Street Newnan, sponsors of the road race include Mike Fitzpatrick Ford, Lincoln, Mercury, Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Coweta Fayette EMC Natural Gas, Bank of Coweta, and Synergy Fitness.

There will be prizes given out to top finishers in male and female categories based on age groups. Non-runners have the phantom runner option, which allows people to support the cause without making the run. Phantom runners can donate to the Main Street program and receive a t-shirt.
The road race is a part of Main Street’s Labor Day festivities. The Annual Labor Day Sidewalk Sales kicks off at 9 a.m. on Friday and continues on Saturday. The ever-popular Market Days on the Square will also be featured on Saturday.

Online registration is now open at www.active.com or download an application at www.mainstreetnewnan. For more information, please contact Main Street Newnan at lbridges@cityofnewnan.org.
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XTERRA Georgia Trail Running Race: 2nd Annual Deep South 15K

Dauset Trails, Jackson, Ga. Jun 7th, 2009.

DIRECTIONS TO THE PARK
We’re excited to present the 2nd Annual Deep South 15K Trail Race at Dauset Trails! For directions to the park: click here
Dauset Trails 360 Mount Vernon Road Jackson, Georgia 30233

ENTRY FEES
15K through May 27 -> $35
May 27-Jun 5 -> $40 (LATE)

Race Day Registration -> $45 Dirty Spokes is excited to offer Zorrel Dri Balance Shirts at our races this year! That's right a $25.00 value with your race registration! To be guaranteed of getting one of these awesome shirts - we recommend you register early (active.com or mail in registration). Again, NO GUARANTEE of a Zorrel Dri Balance Shirt with late or race day registration.

On-Line Registration: active.com
Download A Mail In Entry Form: Entry Form (PDF)

PACKET PICKUP
Packet pickup will be the morning of the race starting at 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Race starts at 8:30 a.m SHARP!

RACE COURSE
This is great single and double track off-road running experience. The race will start in an open field (required for spacing) but will soon lead into the woods. The terrain is made up of a little bit of everything, rolling hills, climbs, single track, double track, roots, gravel and concrete drive along with some technical sections. The course is beautiful and offers something for every runner truly wishing to 'ditch the city'.

Dauset Trails Course Map
Click here to view the race course map!!!

RACE CATEGORIES
Dirty Spokes will be handing out cash, medals and prizes to our overall top 3 male and female finishers for each race. We will also be handing out medals to our top 3 male and female finishers in each age group (14&U, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70&U).

AWARDS
Awards will be given out when we have enough finishers in to fill the categories. Medals will be given out to the top three20finishers in each category. Walkers are encouraged to participate; however, you should be able to complete the 15k at a 16 minute mile pace or under to receive an official time.

QUESTIONS / ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please e-mail Tim: tim@dirtyspokes.com
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Run for A DAY for UWG

The much-anticipated First National Bank of Georgia Run for A DAY will be held on Thursday, Oct. 2, with the race lineup located at the University Community Center.

The FNBG Run features three races suitable for every age beginning with a Tot-Trot for ages 2 to 6 at 5:15 p.m. The fun continues with a one-mile walk/run at 5:45 p.m. and a 5K event is at 6:15 p.m. The 5K race will have awards for the top three finishers in a variety of age and gender divisions ranging from 11 years to 70 and over.

Pre-registration guarantees a tee shirt and costs $10 for individuals, $15 for families and $5 for UWG students with a current student I.D. The deadline for pre-registration is on Friday, Sept. 26, at 5 p.m. Registration after the early deadline is $15 for individuals, $20 for families and $7 for UWG students. There is no registration fee for the Tot-Trot Run.

Pre-registration forms can be found online, at the UWG Campus Center, the UWG Visitor’s Center on Maple Street and at the National Bank of Georgia branches. The race is a rain or shine event with race day registration beginning at 4 p.m. at the UCC.

For more information on the race or to volunteer, call Linda Picklesimer at 678-839-5500 or go to http://www.westga.edu/alumni/.

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Governor to Light the Flame of Hope for Special Olympics Georgia at State Capitol Press Conference

Governor Sonny Perdue will help light the “flame of hope” for Special Olympics Georgia athletes at 9 a.m. Friday on the front steps of the state capitol on the Washington Street side.

The torch has been passed across the state by law enforcement officers for the last few weeks and will stop at State Summer Games Opening Ceremony at Emory University Friday evening at 7:30.

The torch passing is part of a press conference to announce the 2008 Final Leg of the Law Enforcement Torch Run and to accept a check from the Torch Run presenting sponsor, Publix Supermarkets.

Once the Governor and a Special Olympics Georgia athlete light the torch, they will pass it off to members of the 2008 Torch Run. The officers (represented by Atlanta Police Department, Immigrations and Customs Enforcement, and other agencies across the state) will take the torch and begin their final leg of the run through downtown Atlanta and make their way onto Emory’s campus.

Expected to speak at the press conference are: Governor Perdue, Marietta Police Deputy Chief Billy Grogan Law Enforcement Torch Run State Director, Brenda Reid, Vice President of Community Relations of Publix Supermarkets and a Special Olympics Georgia athlete.

The torch represents the “flame of hope” that law enforcement officers pass on to athletes before they begin competition at State Summer Games. This weekend at the games, nearly 2,000 athletes will compete in sports such as gymnastics, athletics, volleyball, soccer, tennis and others at Emory.