Press release here:
Hundreds of volunteers, Running Buddies and Asheville area businesses will rally around more than 400 girls (grades 3-8) as they run in their first 5K at Biltmore Park on May 22 at 10 a.m.
The Girls on the Run 12-week program – a unique curriculum that focuses on healthy living and self-esteem – culminates with this “feel good” 5K that’s fun for the whole family (dads, brothers and strollers are welcome and encouraged, but please no dogs). The race starts and finishes in front of the Reuter YMCA with two laps around the Biltmore Park neighborhoods.
To congratulate the girls on their accomplishment, Biltmore Park businesses such as REI will offer special discounts on the day of the race to participants with bib numbers. Action Plus Sportswear will also be on-hand selling GOTR gear, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting the GOTR Western North Carolina chapter.