The 37th annual Arbor Day 5K-1 Mile-1/4 Mile Run/Walk/Roll for disability awareness is Saturday, February 22nd at the Biloxi Town Green. About 500 individuals participate annually.
The Run is a partnership between the Gulf Coast Running Club, the most respected running club in South Mississippi, Disability Connection, and the City of Biloxi to encourage people with disabilities to enjoy the healthful fun of a run.
The Run registration fee is $25 per person. Early discount pre-registration of $22 is available through February 16 th at www.GulfCoastRunningClub.org All participants receive a t-shirt and free trees while supplies last. Everyone with challenges to running receive a medal.
Registration begins at 8:00 am. The 5K starts at 9:00 am.; the 1 Mile and ¼ Mile start together at 9:45 am.
This fun outdoor event promotes healthy lifestyles to individuals of all ages with and without disabilities. This event has 2 goals to encourage a healthy lifestyle and to encourage people with disabilities to be active community participants by joining the fun of a run.
People with disabilities are included in each length of the race, some in racing wheelchairs. The race includes a ¼ mile challenge so that everyone, including wheelchairs, can participate in the healthful benefits of a run with awards following.
Event proceeds support the Disability Connection programs and events. For Sponsorship or Team information contact the Disability Connection office at (228) 604-4020.
NOTE: Go to www.DisabilityConnection.org. You will see a fun VIDEO of one of the previous year’s events.
