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Run for the Beach! 5K Road Race

Welcome to the Run for the Beach 5K! 

This is our 5th Annual Run for the Beach--moved this year from the fall to World Oceans Day, June 8--which is fitting since this event raises money for Salem Sound Coastwatch. Salem Sound Coastwatch is an environmental nonprofit working to clean up our coastal environment. 

The race begins and ends at Dane Street Beach (Lyons Park) at the intersection of Lothrop and Dane Streets in Beverly, MA.

This is a road race on a fast course with ocean views, a few rolling hills and one water stop. Everyone is welcome--including walkers!

Packet -pick up begins at 9 am race day. There will be age-group awards and prizes. Custom designed, high quality event T-shirts will be given to everyone who registers by May 20th.

Entry fees: Pre-registration April 1 - May 20: $25, which includes event tee. May 21 - June 8: $30. Race day registration will be available. REGISTER NOW!http://www.lightboxreg.com/runforthebeach5k?mobile=1

Proceeds from this event will be used for water quality and salt marsh monitoring, training Adopt a Beach volunteers to identify sources of pollution on their beaches, teaching elementary and middle school children in our School to Sea program to respect and appreciate their coastal environment, and more! 

Bring the whole family! Kids Ocean Fun Fest starts after the race, with games led by a professional game master from 10:30-11:30. Plus music and a marine touch tank. The park has a sandy beach, restrooms, playground, benches, grassy areas and sports fields.

Included in this event is a special team competition for area middle schools. Students participating in the middle school competition should register through their track coaches.

For more information contact Salem Sound Coastwatch, 978-741-7900 or info@salemsound.org

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