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The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Iraq/Afghanistan Remembrance Run 2010
Following the successful Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Baghdad Shadow Run, which took place in Baghdad, Iraq in November 2009, the Seattle Marathon Association has teamed up with MAJ Mark Piccone, MAJ Mike Moore and the Soldiers from Joint Base Lewis McChord (JBLM) once again. This year, the Seattle Marathon Association and Amica Insurance will sponsor Soldiers from the First Corps, America’s Corps, from JBLM as they organize a team to run in the Seattle Marathon 5K Race: presented by Road Runner Sports on November 27th and the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon on November 28th as an Iraq/Afghanistan Remembrance Run in honor of those who died or were wounded in combat operations in Iraq and Afghanistan.
This team from JBLM will consist of wounded warriors who will be participating in the 5K Race, accompanied by un-injured battle buddies, Soldiers, as well as some family members of Soldiers killed in battle. The Soldiers will also be passing out finisher medals at the marathon and half marathon finish line and will be hosting a booth at the Health & Fitness Expo to bring attention to the long struggle wounded Soldiers have on the road to recovery. In further support of the Soldiers, SMA has brought on Operation Ward 57 as an Official Charity Partner of the 2010 Event. This charity supports wounded warriors as they recover from severe injuries. Participants may donate to Operation Ward 57 when they register online via Active.com or through the Charity Partner page.
WHEN
Nov 27th: 5K race starts at 0830 – race will be free for wounded warriors AND those that run with them if the wounded warrior needs assistance.
Nov 28th:
- Marathon Walk (26.2 miles) starts at 0715
- Marathon Run (26.2 miles) starts at 0815
- 1/2 Marathon Run (13.1 miles) starts at 0730
- 1/2 Marathon Walk starts at 0745
Wheelchair Divisions are Available. Wheelchair athletes will either need to check the box (if using a paper form) or will need to answer the wheelchair division question (if registering online). Starts 5 minutes prior to regular runs.
WHERE
Nov 27th 5K run – starts at Seattle Center
Nov 28th – All events start at 5th and Harrison in Seattle
WHAT
The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Iraq/Afghanistan Remembrance Run 2010
WHOM
All races are open to the public and anyone can participate. Wounded Soldiers AND those that run with them if the wounded warrior needs assistance can run in the 5K for free. Wheelchairs are allowed.
WE ALSO NEED VOLUNTEERS:
The SMA will take volunteers to work the finish line. Volunteers must be able to wear a uniform and be able to stand for extended periods (up to 3 hrs) and will place medals around the necks of finishers, hand out food and warming blankets etc…
- 28th of Nov (1/2 marathon and full marathon) volunteer time line is from 0800-1300
- 27th of Nov (5K race) volunteer time line expect 0730-1000
- Volunteers will receive a free cotton shirt for volunteering
Looking for Wounded Soldiers, Active Duty Soldiers, and Gold Star Family Members.
COST
5K:
Wounded Soldiers AND those that run with them if the wounded warrior needs assistance can run in the 5K on 11/27 for FREE. If a wounded soldier wants to run the 5K for free they need to contact us at info@operationward57.org and provide their name and address. SMA can mail the comp entries directly to the wounded warriors and trainer Soldiers to register. Comp entry forms need to be postmarked to SMA no later than November 12th.
General Public: $25 through November 27th , $30 on Race Day
Active Military Participants (reduce rate from General Public) cost for events on 11/28:
- Marathon Walk (26.2 miles) ($70)
- Marathon Run ($70)
- 1/2 Marathon Run (13.1 miles) ($65)
- 1/2 Marathon walk ($65)
General Public: See Seattle Marathon website for pricing
Contact Information
Contact Brittney at brittney@operationward57.org
DONATION & SPONSORSHIP
http://www.active.com/donate/OperationWard57
Special T-shirts Available For Purchase:
The Seattle Marathon Association has designed Remembrance Run shirts as a way for everyone to get involved and show their support for the troops. These shirts will celebrate the connection between Seattle runners and U.S. service members. Iraq/Afghanistan Remembrance Run 2010 Shirts will be $15 each. A portion of the proceeds of each shirt will be donated to Operation Ward 57 (www.operationward57.org), a nonprofit organization, that supports programs and services for injured U.S. servicemen at Walter Reed Army Medical Center in Washington D.C.
Short-Sleeve:
http://shop.seattlemarathon.org/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=86
Long-Sleeve:
http://shop.seattlemarathon.org/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=2&products_id=85
About the Seattle Marathon Association:
The Seattle Marathon Association (SMA) is a non profit organization governed by a ten member Board of Directors. It is proud of its commitment to providing a quality running event in the Pacific Northwest, providing our sponsors with maximum exposure in association with the event and making a positive social and economic impact on the city of Seattle. The marathon course is USATF- and AIMS-certified and is a Boston Marathon qualifier. Visit www.seattlemarathon.org to find out more about the race and sign up as a participant.
About Amica Insurance:
Amica Mutual Insurance Company, the nation’s oldest mutual insurer of automobiles, was founded in 1907. The company is a national writer of automobile, homeowners, marine, and personal umbrella liability insurance. Life coverage is available through Amica Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary. Amica employs more than 3,200 people in 39 offices across the country.
