Charleston hosts Run Forrest Run 5K
The race begins at 4:15 pm at Joseph P. Riley, Jr. Park prior to the RiverDogs home game against the Rome Braves.
Proceeds from the event benefit the MUSC Storm Eye Institute.
The course is TAC certified and features split times at each mile marker as well as a water station at the halfway point.
The race is unique in that its an early-evening start, said RiverDogs Special Events Director Melissa McCants. The race begins in front of The Joe and finishes at home plate where runners are greeted by the RiverDogs players.
Advance race registration (received by March 27) fee is $25 and includes a race t-shirt, one ticket to that evenings RiverDogs game, awards ceremony and a post-race party with dinner provided by Bubba Gump Shrimp Company. The registration fee after March 27 is $30. Bubba Gump Shrimp Companys very own Forrest Gump will be on hand to start the rain-or-shine race and mingle with runners throughout the evening.
Additional RiverDogs game tickets are $6 each. Saturdays 7:05 pm game vs. the Rome Braves features an Economic Stimulus stuff my pocket wallet giveaway for the first 1,000 fans. Also fans will have a chance to go on the field after the game to win the bosses money.
Registration forms are available at the RiverDogs Box Office at Riley Park, Bubba Gump Shrimp Company, The Extra Mile Running Shop and online at www.riverdogs.com or www.active.com. For additional information, please call the RiverDogs at 843/723-7241.