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Fort McMurray Marathon Set to Elevate Runner Experience
The Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee is pleased to announce the event will offer an elevated runners experience in 2018, thanks to the support of new and continued community partnerships.
The Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee, a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRC) and Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB), is pleased to announce the event will offer an elevated runners experience in 2018, thanks to the support of new and continued community partnerships.
2018 marks the launch of the newly formatted Fort McMurray Marathon, formerly a half marathon event, transitioning this year to a full 42.2KM race. Scheduled for September 16, the Marathon is Fort McMurray’s largest annual running event, drawing a crowd of athletes, spectators and community partners together to enjoy a day of festivities at MacDonald Island Park.
The Organizing Committee is excited to welcome ATB Financial on board, forming a new partnership for 2018 where the company is set to be the presenting partner for the 42.2K, 21.1K and 10K races. The generous support of ATB Financial will contribute directly to enhancing the marathon experience for participants, including new components such as the introduction of a pre-race meet-up and mixer and an expanded runner’s chute.
Fort McMurray Marathon Committee Chair, Kelsey Stefanizyn says partnerships such as this help bring the event to the next level. “We wouldn’t be able to continue to grow this event without the support of our phenomenal partners! The goal this year is to host a race that will excite our local run community like never before. The strong support this event receives year after year provides opportunities to continue to develop that experience and create lasting memories for our community.”
Inter Pipeline will return for a third year with continued support for the Annual Kids Fun Run, a free-run designed especially for kids under the age of 8. Harvard Broadcasting radio station MIX 103.7FM is also returning, for a sixth consecutive year as media partner for the event.
Additional sponsorship opportunities are available for the 2018 Fort McMurray Marathon, visit fortmcmurraymarathon.ca/partners for full details.
Early registration for the Fort McMurray Marathon ends today, participants will still have the opportunity sign up early and save by registering online before midnight MST on April 30.
Annual Fort McMurray Half Marathon gains momentum as the Fort McMurray Marathon in 2018
This year the Fort McMurray Marathon will take place on Sunday, September 16th. Marathon participants, volunteers and spectators alike will descend on MacDonald Island Park for a race day full of festivities including music, food, awards and family fun. Over the past five years, this popular event has received tremendous support with a growing base of dedicated runners helping pave the way to a full marathon addition.
(Fort McMurray, AB, March 28, 2018) – Building on the continued success of the annual Fort McMurray Half Marathon, the event’s Organizing Committee is thrilled to announce, through a partnership between the Regional Recreation Corporation of Wood Buffalo (RRCWB) and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB), this community event will launch in 2018 as the Fort McMurray Marathon, with a full 42.2km marathon race distance.
This year the Fort McMurray Marathon will take place on Sunday, September 16th. Marathon participants, volunteers and spectators alike will descend on MacDonald Island Park for a race day full of festivities including music, food, awards and family fun. Over the past five years, this popular event has received tremendous support with a growing base of dedicated runners helping pave the way to a full marathon addition.
“Part of the continued success of this event has been its ability to attract runners with a wide variety of athletic abilities, and as we’ve grown together, the support of our local running community has been critical to moving toward our long-term vision for this event.” explained Kelsey Stefanizyn, Fort McMurray Marathon Committee Chair. “This strong base paired with the support of our corporate partners, presents an opportunity to pursue our vision of putting Fort McMurray on the race map and attracting new runners from other communities across Canada!”
Early Bird registration will be available online on Monday, April 2nd at 10am MST and runners will have the option to register for one of six race distances, including a full marathon (42.2km), half marathon (21.1km), 10km, 5km, 3km and a kid’s fun run. There will be limited spots available for race registrations, therefore early registration is encouraged to reserve your spot to participate!
For more information pertaining to the race distances, registration fees and deadlines, event updates, FAQ’s, volunteer needs, and partnership opportunities please visit the event website at fortmcmurraymarathon.ca or the Facebook page at facebook.com/fortmcmurraymarathon.
More information on training programs can also be found on the event website, including the new “Fit to Run” program that will take place twice a week beginning in April and ending in September, free of charge with limited spots available for those registered in the Fort McMurray Marathon. Fit to Run is an instructor-led program, with a focus on developing runner’s skills and inspiring athletes to reach their goals!
More details will be released in the weeks and months to come, including route announcements and great new runner experience additions to the 2018 event. Stay tuned!
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For more information, please contact:
Caitlyn Lee
Communications and Sponsorship
Fort McMurray Marathon Organizing Committee
780-793-6915 | 403-835-3991