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In
The News
June 21st , 2007
Olympic Day Run/Walk July 8
New Event Benefits the Pettit National Ice Center
MILWAUKEE--- June 21, 2007 --- Participants in the Pettit National Ice
Center’s Olympic Day Run/Walk will support the nonprofit training and
recreation center, and they’ll also be the first to run on the Olympic
Oval.
That’s because the 5k run/walk course finishes inside the Pettit Center
and
incorporates a partial lap around the 400-meter Olympic Oval made
famous by
Dan Jansen, Bonnie Blair and Chris Witty – some of Wisconsin’s Olympic
speed
skating greats. The difference this time, of course: The oval will be
free
of ice.
In addition to the chance to run on the Olympic Oval, there are plenty
of
other reasons to join the fun on July 8. Proceeds from the event will
help
the 501(c)(3) Pettit Center to support its mission of providing skating
experiences for individuals of all ages and abilities. Annually the
Pettit
Center welcomes about 500,000 visitors including youth from throughout
Southeastern Wisconsin. Interestingly, a portion of the funds raised
also
will be earmarked to replace the Pettit Center’s indoor running track.
The
Pettit Center features a 450-meter indoor run/walk track that is
utilized by
thousands of individuals and organizations each year.
All participants in the Olympic Day Run/Walk will receive a T-shirt and
goodie bag. Pledge prizes will include Olympic merchandise – and
participants can also win a free annual track pass or even a ride on
the
Zamboni. Registration for the Olympic Day 5k Run/Walk is $20 for adults
($25
on Race Day), and $10 for children ($15 on Race Day). You can mail, fax
or
drop off your registration at the Pettit Center. Online registration is
also
available through thepettit.com or active.com. Medals will be given to
the
top three male and female finishers in 13 age divisions (starting with
ages
9-14 and continuing to 70-plus), and each participant receives a free
track
pass and free skating pass.
For more information on summer camps at the Pettit Center, please contact Rob Multerer 414.266.0100, ext. 132 or by email at rmulterer@thepettit.com.
Contact: Rob Multerer
Director of Operations
Pettit National Ice Center
414.266.0100, ext. 132
rmulterer@thepettit.com
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