Army Ten-Miler Race 2011

Oct 1, 2011

Army Ten Miler | Operation Ward 57On October 9th, 2011 will be the “Army Ten-Miler 2011” race in Washington, DC. This event is produced by the U.S. Army Military District of Washington. The race starts and finishes at the Pentagon, passing by DC landmarks including the Lincoln Memorial, Washington Monument, and the Capitol Building.

The mission of the Army Ten-Miler is for the Military District of Washington to safely conduct the Army’s annual 10-mile race to promote the Army, build esprit de corps, support fitness goals, and enhance community relations.

Operation Ward 57 will be in attendance. Several current and former members of Ward 57 as well as members of Walter Reed Army Medical Center will be participating in the race. Operation Ward 57 will have an information booth set up at the Army Ten-Miler Health & Fitness Expo.

Our booth will be Booth #803. See gallery below for map.

More Info:
http://www.armytenmiler.com/

Highlights of race weekend include:

  • Team Competition – Over 700 military and civilian teams vie for team titles, such as the Commander’s Cup and the International Cup.
  • ATM Health & Fitness Expo – A two-day event with running clinics and over 70 exhibitors featuring the latest in fitness apparel, running shoes, health, and specialty items.
  • GEICO Pasta Dinner – Traditionally attended by over 1200 civilians and soldiers, the Commanding General of the Military District of Washington and the Sergeants Major of the Army, Reserve, and Guard.
  • Post Race Party – Features bands, entertainment, and a live broadcast.
  • HOOAH Tent Zone – Over 70 tents displaying ‘Hooah Spirit’ are put up in the ‘Avenue of the Army’ at the South Pentagon parking lot.
  • Youth Activity Zone & Youth Runs – Families can have fun on race day with The Hill, mascots, inflatables, and more. Four hundred kids (and some parents), ranging in age from five to thirteen, participate in the 100m and 200m Youth Runs.

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