Vision for Veterans 5k (This race is not taking place in 2014).
Those interested in running this particular race course will have the option to race during the Columbiana Street Fair in 2014. More details will be posted on this race we are consulting on this year!!!
The sixth annual event will take place Friday, May 17, 2013.
The Vision for Veterans 5k is an evening race that takes runners through historical Harvey S. Firestone Park in Columbiana, Ohio and into the surrounding residential neighborhood. This course has a hill in the very beginning that swings past Firestone Pool in the park, and from there participants are delighted to a course that is scenic, and perfect for beginners or those wanting a PR.
Race Day Details
4:30 pm Race Day Registration Begins, Pavilion #1 Firestone Park. Point to point race within the park.
5:45 pm Toddler Trot begins. Ages 4 and under. 100 meter point to point race. Shares finish line with other events.
6:00pm Kid's Fun Run. Ages 5-9. This is a 1/4 mile race, out and back.
6:45pm Start of the 5k evening run/walk. Walkers start lined up behind runners. Start is located in front of Firestone Funland.
Registration for each event ends 30 minutes prior to the start of each event. Events will start on time so plan accordingly.
8:00pm Awards Ceremony. Takes place at pavilion #1.
All participants will be provided with water and snacks at the finish line.
Parking is available by Pavilion #4, Firestone Funland, Firestone Pool, and other locations throughout the park. All parking is free.
This year we are offering massages from Ohio Institute of Pain Managment from Boardman. Donations will be accepted by Ohio Institute of Pain and they have generously promised to donate them to our veteran cause for this year!
Race application.
Registration will be available on www.active.com or www.runsignup.com as well as by printing out our form. Registration is $15.00 prior to May 1st. Starting May 1st the entry fee is $20.00 including on race day. Only those pre-registered by May 1, 2013 will be guaranteed a t-shirt. Shirts go quickly so pre-registration is suggested.
Awards
Trophies are presented to the top three overall male and female finishers of the 5k. The top three overall veterans will receive a special trophy. The top three male and female masters (40+) and top three male and female grandmasters (50+) will receive an award. Top three in age groups will also receive awards. Finishing ribbons to all event participants. Top three finishers in the Toddler Trot and Kid's Fun Run will receive trophies. Remember to place your raffle tag slip from your bib number into the drawing basket for a chance at raffle prizes!
2013 Race Sponsorships
Friend of the Race
Ohio Institue of Pain Managment--Boardman, Ohio
Jim Henderson
Walmart Salem
"Anonymous"
Bronze Sponsor
Lisbon Ruritan Club
"Anonymous" East Palestine
Whispering Pines Village
Food Sponsors
Village Plaza Sparkle Market
Ohio Institue of Pain Managment--Boardman, Ohio
Jim Henderson
Walmart Salem
"Anonymous"
Bronze Sponsor
Lisbon Ruritan Club
"Anonymous" East Palestine
Whispering Pines Village
Food Sponsors
Village Plaza Sparkle Market