Events

Run For Ryan House at DC Ranch

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (Nov. 6, 2009) – Runners will have the opportunity to cap their seasons at the Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch on Saturday, March 6, at 7 a.m. The Run will launch from Market Street at DC Ranch and the course will wind through the community that lies at the base of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve in north Scottsdale. Organizers have added a half marathon component to the event in exchange for the 10K. A 5K run-walk is offered, along with a free 1-mile family fun run-walk. Walkers are encouraged to participate in the half marathon, for which a four-hour time limit is set.

Every stride will benefit Ryan House, the first of its kind in the Southwest that will provide respite and palliative care for children with life-threatening conditions in a home-like setting. Ryan House is expected to open in the spring of 2010; the Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch is slated to be the capstone opportunity for fundraising prior to the facility’s grand opening.

DC Ranch’s annual Run, which has a history of six years, was officially renamed in honor of its permanent commitment to Ryan House in 2009. ” Our community is one-of-a-kind, and so is Ryan House,” said DC Ranch Community Council Executive Director Suzanne Walden-Wells.” The Run is an opportunity for DC Ranch to intensify its connection to the greater community,” she continued.

The Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch is hosted by the DC Ranch Community Foundation. “DC Ranch’s core values include a healthy lifestyle and a philanthropic spirit,” said Walden-Wells.  ”The Run for Ryan House is a great way for our community to live both at one time. We are thrilled to play host to the Valley’s runners, walkers and families, too. DC Ranch includes the ideal terrain for such an athletic event,” continued Walden-Wells.

Last year, the Run for Ryan House registered 847 runners. This year, organizers expect 1,000 participants.

The Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch includes:

• 5K and half marathon challenging, scenic courses
• “Race for the Cup” Corporate challenge
• Click here for Corporate Team opportunities and registration form
• Chronotrack timing, which features a disposable chip that will accurately record your individual time from when you cross the start line to when you cross the finish line.
• Technical sport shirts for all registered runners/walkers in both 5K and half marathon
• Age Groups 5K and Half Marathon Runs: 11 & under, 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over, Clydesdale/Athena (men over 200 lbs. and women over 140 lbs half marathon only).  5K Walk and 1 Mile Run-Walk are non-competitive.
• Awards Overall and age group awards are available for both the 5K and the half marathon. Clydesdale and Athena awards are available for the half marathon only. Awards distributed based on Chip Time.
• A free 1-mile Family Fun Run-Walk
• Support stations along the course keep runners in good shape.
• Kick-off party, January 13 from 6:00PM to 9:00PM at Road Runner Sports, 7077 E. Mayo Blvd. near the intersection of Scottsdale Rd. and 101
• Pancake Breakfast, Pre-Race Expo & Packet Pick Up on Friday, March 5, 2010 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Market Street Plaza in DC Ranch
• Sponsorship & Expo opportunities

Click here for Sponsorship opportunities

EVENT DETAILS:

• WHAT: Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch
• WHO: Competitive and non-competitive runners, walkers, and families
• DATE: Saturday, March 6, 2010
• TIME: Half marathon at 7 a.m.; 5K Run and Walk at 7:30 a.m.; 1-mile Family Fun Run-Walk 8:30 a.m.
• WHERE: Market Street at DC Ranch
• REGISTRATION: online @ http://www.raceplaceevents.com
• Click for Individual or Team registration
• PACKET PICK-UP & Pre-Race Expo: Market Street Plaza at DC Ranch
• Friday, March 5
• 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• COST: Discounted Holiday Rate through Dec. 31, 2009: $15 for 5K Run/Walk; $45 for Half Marathon
• Through Feb. 28: $20 for 5K Run/Walk; $50 for Half Marathon
• Through March 3: $25 for 5K Run/Walk; $55 for Half Marathon
• Race Day: $30 for 5K Run/Walk; $60 for Half Marathon
• 1-mile Family Fun Run is FREE
• MORE: Find the Run for Ryan House at DC Ranch on Facebook. Direct general inquiries to RunforRyanHouse@dcranch.com.