Thank you!

What a great success the first annual Palmas del Mar Turkey Dash was! We had just under 200 people pre-registered between the 5k and 1-Mile event - far exceeding our initial participation goals! We had a great nautical themed vendor area with an Optimus Sailboat, kayaks, paddleboards and dinghies on display. There was also a hang glider that served as a great photo opportunity. The bounce house kept the kids busy, and the concession area ensured full tummies all morning long. A 6 piece steel drum band rounded out the event, leaving participants already looking forward to what's in store for next year. It is sure to be an event not to be missed!

Excellent photos are compliments of Joanne Jimenez.... Thanks Joanne!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/titijoanne/sets/72157609204683228/

And thanks to all the participants, vendors, and volunteers who helped make this event a successful beginning to a great community tradition!

AMGEN Turkey Dash 5k- Race Day Details

Here are some key things you should know about your participation in the Palmas del Mar AMGEN Turkey Dash 5k and 1-Mile Fun Run:

• No bikes, blades or golf carts are allowed on the course. Strollers are permitted only for the 1 Mile Family Walk/Run.
• Packet pick-up and registration is at the Palmas Academy from 2:30p-4p on Friday, November 14th.
• Race Day registration is permitted, but not encouraged due to crowds. It will close at 8:45a for the 5k, and 9:15a for the 1-Mile.

PARKING:

• We suggest you enter Palmas through the back gate, near Buena Vista
• There will be designated parking just before you enter the back Palmas gate, and behind the Palmas Academy.

THE COURSE:

• The Start for both races is in front of the Palmas Equestrian Center, just behind the school. Make sure you plan a few extra minutes for the short warm-up jog up there!
• Unless routed otherwise, always remain on the golf cart path
• There will be one water station halfway through the 5k course, just before Palmas Drive, and more refreshments at the finish for everyone. Please bring or carry anything additional you may need.

Most importantly, prepare to have fun! We are looking forward to seeing you on the 15th. The event goes on rain or shine, as we are not afraid of a passing tropical shower!

Palmas del Mar AMGEN Turkey Dash 5k

Be a part of history in the making! Join us for the first annual Palmas del Mar Turkey Dash 5k and 1-mile Family Fun Run/Walk on Saturday, November 15th, 2008 in beautiful Palmas del Mar, Puerto Rico. Following the races will be a post-race party complete with lots of food (pizza, hamburgers, hot dogs and sweet treats), live steel drum band, inflatable jump house for the kids, and local vendors. There will also be a raffle with some exciting prizes.

The courses are fast and scenic, running along part dirt trail and mostly golf cart path along Palmas's Flamboyan golf course, finishing at the Palmas Academy.

The Turkey Dash 5k starts at 9a and the 1-Mile Family Fun Run/Walk starts at 9:30a. Both events start and finish at The Palmas Academy, and will go on rain or shine since we're not afraid of a passing tropical shower!

Packet pick-up will be at the Academy from 2:30p - 4p on Nov.14th. While you can pick it up on race day beginning at 8a, it is not encouraged!

Registration for the 1-mile does not include a t-shirt, but it does include entrance to the great post-race festivities and participant ribbon for kids under 13 years old.

This event is sure to be fun for the whole family, and a great, healthy way to kick-off the holiday season! Plus, it's for a worthy cause; all proceeds benefit The Palmas Academy.

Register early and save!!!
Register by Oct 15: $15 for the 5k and $5 for the 1-Mile
Register by Nov. 14: $20 for the 5k and $5 for the 1-Mile
Race Day registration: $25 for the 5k and $10 for the 1-Mile

Space is limited, and so is your event t-shirt (included for 5k participants)! Don't wait to register and risk missing out!

Register online at Allsportcentral.com:

Need help with a 5k training program? Check out these links to help you get started:

http://www.halhigdon.com/5K%20Training/5-Knovice.htm
http://www.coolrunning.com/engine/2/2_3/181.shtml