Run for Friendship 5K/10K

The Friendship Club

Saturday, September 11, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Date

Start: Saturday, September 11, 2010 @ 8:00 AM

Address

The Friendship Club
138 New Mohawk Road Nevada City, CA

Fees

Before August 19: $20 for 13+, $15 for 12 and under. After August 19: $25 for 13+, $15 for 12 and under

Registration Closing Date

Thursday, September 9, 2010 @ 11:59 PM PST

Brief Description

This 5K/10K run/walk begins at The Friendship Club and winds through scenic Nevada City. This is a fun event for all age levels. For updated information about the race, including a course map, visit us online at www.friendshipclub.org

Awards

Awards for first overall male and female in 5K and 10K runs. Medals for first three finishers in each age division in the 5K and 10K runs. Certificates of participation for all walkers. Every participant will receive a baseball cap.

Event Highlights

Race day highlights include a disc jockey, warm-up exercises, free post-race massages and complimentary food and beverages.

Sleep in for Friendship

This category is for everyone who would like to support The Friendship Club but can't make the race. Register and we will send you a hat - then you can sleep in on race day! Just let us know your hat color preference - blue denim, dark blue or bright orange (perfect for Giants fans!)

Sierra Trailblazers' Grand Prix Race Series

The Run for Friendship is the seventh race in the Sierra Trailblazers Gold Country Grand Prix series.

Support the Mission of The Friendship Club

The Friendship Club engages, educates and empowers girls at risk. Founded in 1995, The Friendship Club is a prevention program that helps girls at risk before they engage in unhealthy behaviors. They are taught life skills, personal responsibility and the value of hard work through a year-round program of educational activities, emotional support and community involvement. Participating in the Run for Friendship, ensures that our girls will continue to receive the help they need.

Scenic Nevada City

Nevada City is a preserved Gold Rush town in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada. It is also a thriving community with fine restaurants and lodging, live music and theater, wonderful shops, antiques, art galleries and museums. Bordering the Tahoe National Forest, Nevada City is just minutes from Sierra lakes, the Yuba River and trails for hiking and biking. To learn more visit www.nevadacitychamber.com or www.ncgold.com

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