Air Force Anniversary 5K
September 20, 2008
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Event
Welcome to the Air Force Anniversary 5K presented by Sports Authority and hosted by the Air Force Association's Chapter 105. The event is open to all ages and abilities and it will take place at the world famous Pima Air and Space Museum. Come and celebrate the US Air Force's 61st birthday and learn about American aviation and aerospace.
All proceeds benefit US Air Force Airmen and the Air Force family. To learn more about the Air Force Association and its Tucson Chapter please click here.
Run/walk among the giants of our aviation heritage, including military, commercial, and civil aviation, many of the most historically significant and technically advanced craft ever produced. The event will start with a fly-over and a flag raising ceremony. Choose between the 5K competitive run/walk, the 1 Mile Walk and the kids' 1/4 mile dash. All participants will receive a t-shirt, a goodie-bag, a finisher's medal and free breakfast after the event. Awards for the winners and top three finishers in five year age-groups. Unique trophy and prize-money for the largest and fastest teams! Stay and visit the displays set up by the Davis-Monthan AFB, different military, law enforcement and government agencies and various sponsors. Post race activities include fun, music, kids' and family activities. Up to 50% off if you sign up as a team.
Distances
3.1 mile competitive run/walk (click here for a course-map)
1 mile walk
1/4 mile kids' dash
Date and Location
Saturday, September 20, 7:00 AM, Pima Air and Space Museum (6000 E. Valencia St, Tucson, AZ 85704)
Team Information
Click here for team forms! Up to 50% off if you sign up as a team!
Minimum number of team members is 6. The Fastest Team Trophy will be awarded to the team with the 6 fastest times. $150 and the Largest Team Trophy awarded to the largest team. Contact us if you have any team related questions.
Packet Pickup
TBA
Directions and Parking:
Fees
$20/$10* before August 15(*ages 12-18, 5K/1 Mile)
$25/$15 before September 6
$30/$20 before September 18
$35/$25 on September 18, 19 and 20
Kids 12 and under participate for free.
Up to 50% off if you register as a team.
To avoid the online processing fee please dowload a registration form and mail to
P.O. Box 41832, Tucson, AZ 85717. Application forms are available at your school, any gym or local athletic stores.
Schedule
5:00 AM: Late registration
7:00 AM: Start
8:30 AM: Awards Ceremony
Sponsors & Partners
Title Sponsor:
Contact
For questions regarding the event or sponsorship opportunities please contact Laszlo Otvos, PO Box 41832, Tucson, AZ 85717, call 520.270.0763 or e-mail laszloo@hotmail.com.