2012 New Year’s Resolution 5K/10K Run and Fun Walk

Author:

Bert IjamsArts SpecialistParks & Recreation Administration

Summary:

There were over 300 eager runners and walkers participating in the 2012 New Year’s Resolution run and fun walk held on Saturday, January 7.

Published On:

01/09/2012

On Saturday, January 7, 2012 the New Year's Resolution 5K and 10K Run and Fun Walk took place at West Wetlands Park and had a fantastic turnout of over 300 participants.

New Year’s Resolution participants were broken up into male and female categories by age group: 9 and under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80+. Medallions are awarded to gold, silver and bronze winners in each age group.

About the Winter 5K and 10K Run and Fun Walk Series

At the end of the five-run-series, individuals with the highest number of points in each age bracket (the winner must have participated in more than one race) will receive a plaque and every fun walker that has participated in all five events also receives a plaque. At each event the first place finisher receives 20 points, second place receives 15 points, third place receives 10 points and the remaining participants receive five points.

There are two races remaining in the Winter 5K and 10K Run and Fun Walk Series.

  • Great Yuma Road Race - Saturday, February 11 at 8:15 a.m. 15th St. and 4th Ave.
    Pre-registration is $12 and on-site registration beginning at 7:15 is $16
  • March On City Finals - Saturday, March 10 at 8:30 a.m. West Wetlands
    White sneakers. Pre-registration is $8 and on-site registration beginning at 7:30 is $14

Register for an Upcoming Race

Registration for all of the 5K and 10K run in the series is available online at the links above, by phone at (928) 373-5243 or in person at the Parks and Recreation office at City Hall.

For More Information

If you have any questions or would like more information, please contact the Parks and Recreation office.

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