spirit of gettysburg 5k
The wheelchair division attracts an inspiring group of racers.
- The Spirit of Gettysburg 5K travels the first day of the historic Battle of Gettysburg.
If you love road races, or want to run in one for the first time, the Spirit of Gettysburg 5K is for you.
This is, without a doubt, the premiere running event in Adams County. Don’t take our word for it, talk to those who return year after year.
“Enjoyed the run thoroughly. I thought it was a well-organized event, great job by the entire staff there.
My daughter really enjoyed herself, plenty for her to do, besides the quarter-mile run she took part in. Great job, and we will see you next year!” -Warren & Marisa Lippincott
The YWCA staff and volunteers work hard t0 ensure the success of this race, and a measure of this success is the fact that more than 1,100 people participate and 2011 will be our 22nd Spirit of Gettysburg 5K on June 23 at 8 a.m. The YWCA Spirit of Gettysburg is more than a 5K. This is truely a fun, family event.
Nothing better illustrates determination than those who for one reason or another are physically disabled but complete our 5K wheelchair race. Everyone at the finish line gets goosebumps as this great group of athletes crosses the finish line.
The one-mile fun run and fitness walk allows those who do not wish to complete 3.1 miles to participate in the festivities.
And we certainly do not forget the children. Volunteers and spectators love to watch the gleeful look on the youngsters’ faces as they complete the Kids’ 1-mile run, Kids’ 1/4 mile Sprint or Mini Trot.
If you would like more information, please contact Alex J. Hayes, race director, at 717-334-9171, ext. 116 or ahayes@ywcagettysburg.org or Vikkie Swint at vswint@ywcagettysburg.org.
The success of this race not only depends on the runners, but more than 100 awesome volunteers who work hard the week before the race, and the day of, to ensure everything goes smoothly. If you would like to join this great group, please contact Christine Hoy at 717-334-9171, ext. 117 or choy@ywcagettysburg.org.
If you want to run the race, and volunteer, that is completely possible – Christine will find a position for you that guarantees you can do both.
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Online registration is now open. Visit http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1997089 to commit to participate in this exciting event.
