The 2010 Holiday Half Marathon & 5 K to benefit The Freshwater Trust

The Holiday Half: This half-marathon and 5 K will be held in North Portland, starting and ending at the Adidas North America Campus. This first time event sold out in 3 weeks! The fantastic course travels along Willamette Boulevard with views of Forest Park and the river, through the Overlook neighborhood, past the University of Portland campus and under the St. John's Bridge before turning around at Pier Park. From holiday inspired costumes to live music and carolers to local food and drink - this event will be great fun for athlete participants and volunteers! Get in on the festive fun-volunteers still needed!

The Freshwater Trust: Every year, TFT(http://www.thefreshwatertrust.org/) plants thousands of trees, restores dozens of river miles, keep billions of gallons of water flowing in Oregon streams and facilitates tens of thousands of students in learning about our freshwater resources. Proceeds from The Holiday Half will help The Freshwater Trust continue its important activities restoring our rivers to protect our freshwater resources. Locally owned Foot Traffic, supports our community hosting racing events, and donating proceeds to organizations committed to making a difference. Protect freshwater resources,while enjoying one of Portland’s most fun road races of the year! Contact us at volunteer@thefreshwatertrust.org to participate.

Perks:
* complimentary T-shirts
* guaranteed 2011 half-marathon entry regardless of caps (entry fees apply)
* beverages and bagels at check-in
* complimentary holiday beverage after the race
* prizes for spirited attire

Volunteer Needs:
Course Support: Cheer participants & maintain safety on the course
Event Recyclers: help minimize our impact
Date: December 12th
Location: Locations along Willamette Boulevard
Time: 7am- 12 noon
Check-in 6:45 am @ Adidas HQ
Contact:volunteer@thefreshwatertrust.org
Event web page: http://www.foottraffic.us/holiday/

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