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2008 Firecracker Run Official Website: http://www.firecrackerrun.com Go Green with www.GetMeRegistered.com The Firecracker Run will begin to phase-out paper (mail-in) applications.  Join the new wave of race participants who are being more socially aware of how their actions impact our world.   You can take a small step towards "Living Green" by forgoing the paper application for the Lincoln Memorial and registering online at GetMeRegistered.com Thursday, July 3, 2008 - Friday, July 4, 2008  East Moline, IL at 15th Avenue and 8th Street 5k on July 4, 2008 at 7:30 AM » $18.00 early registration (through 6/1) » $23.00 registration (6/1 through 7/3) 10k on July 4, 2008 at 7:30 AM » $18.00 early registration (through 6/1) » $23.00 registration (6/1 through 7/3) National Bank Mile on July 3, 2008 at 6:00 PM » $14.00 early registration (through 7/1) Kiddie Run on July 3, 2008 at 5:30 PM » $14.00 early registration (through 7/1) Family (5 entries) on July 4, 2008 at 7:30 AM » $75.00 early registration (through 6/1) » $95.00 registration (6/1 through 7/3) 5k / 10k Races Start and finish lines are downtown East Moline at 15th Avenue and 8th Street.  The 5K is flat and fast, while the 10K is hilly and challenging.  Enjoy the musical entertainment provided by bands along both courses.  Electronic Tag-Timing for precise and accurate results.        Guaranteed T-shirts for all participants. Guaranteed sizes if registered before June 17. Clydesdale and Athena divisions in both 5K and 10K. Athenas may compete if over 180 lbs. Clydesdales may compete if over 200 lbs. Not eligible for age group awards. Trophies will be given through third place in each five year age division. JULY 3RD EVENTS Kiddie Run Thursday, July 3rd at 5:30 p.m. The Kiddie Run will be run on 15th Avenue. All participants will receive a ribbon at the finish line. We encourage kids ages 0 to 8 to participate. This event is not timed. National Bank Mile Run Thursday, July 3rd at 6:00 p.m. The National Bank Mile Run will begin and end at 8th Street and 15th Avenue. All participants will receive a ribbon at the finish line. 1st, 2nd and 3rd place trophies to males and females in each age division: 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, & 12. PACKET PICKUP Location: To Be Determined. Thursday 03 Jul 08 - from 12:00 - 5:45 PM. Friday 04 Jul 08 - race morning from 6:00 - 7:15 AM.     CONTACT INFORMATION      Race Director Bob Cervantes - 309.755.6445

 

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