The second annual Columbus Firecracker 5k run is brought to
you by the experienced runners of the Saluda Running Club -- the same
folks who previously sponsored the Coon Dog Day 5k.
Starting time is 8:00 a.m., Monday, July 4, 2011, at the Columbus,
NC. Town Office, and will be run over a 5k course with
professional timing.
Cash awards will go to the top three overall male and female winners.
Merchandise awards will be given to the first place overall Masters --
male and female; and trophies will be awarded to the winners in many
categories.
There will be a special $100 award for any male that breaks the previous
course record of 15:28 set by Stuart Moran and a $100 award will be
given to any female that breaks the course record of 18:49 set by
Katie Gibson.The prizes will be awarded to the single best record
breaking time in both the
male and female category.
The Firecracker 5k promises to be a major event in the town of Columbus
Fabulous 4th celebration, but there will also be many other fun
activities for runners and their families. Activities beginning after
the race include family games, food and craft vendors, and a Tai Chi
class. Music begins in the afternoon and continues until the fireworks
display at 9:45 p.m.
Please use the navigation bar on the left to learn more about the
Firecracker 5k run, and the navigation bar on the right to learn more
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