2009 News Archive
Johns Creek's 1st 5K run will "Go Green–Be Green"
Environmentally-friendly event set for March 14
2/5/2009
In keeping with the "green" spirit of St. Patrick's Day, The City of Johns Creek's first "Go Green-Be Green" 5k Fun/Run will be held Saturday, March 14 at 8am.
The race through Technology Park/Johns Creek – an award-winning, master-planned business park with lots of green space, hills and tranquil settings – kicks off with registration at 6:45 am at Lifetime Fitness, 1480 Lakefield Drive in Johns Creek.
Presented by the Johns Creek Recreation & Parks Department, "Go Green–Be Green" features organic refreshments and environmentally conscious benefits for race participants, including organic cotton t-shirts and canvas race bags.
"Our Recreation and Parks Advisory Committee wanted a fun community event that would create a fuller awareness of what a healthy environment looks like," said Recreation and Parks Manager Kirk Franz. "For example, we won't be using plastic water bottles. We'll have biodegradable cups and water coolers. We'll also have "Green Facts" along the route, sort of like digi-notes on environmental education."
Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female and to all 1st place age group finishers in increments of 10 years.
Entry fee is $20 (until March 7); $25 afterwards and day of race.
All proceeds benefit Johns Creek Beautification, a non-profit organization dedicated to the beautification of public spaces in Johns Creek.
Visit www.rungeorgia.com or active.com for registration and information. On-line registration is encouraged to avoid unnecessary printing.