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Contact: Dianemarie (DM) Collins
DM Productions LLC
(775) 825-1727
Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo - MdM II
05-06-07 … A Date You Don't Want to Miss!
Come join a fun-filled weekend of activities over the Cinco de Mayo
weekend ranging from a book signing with author and motivational speaker
Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter or an opening reception of world-class artist Ken
Freeman to a Cinco de Mayo Party to the race day activities including a
free concert starring Al Stewart. Races include the full marathon, half
marathon, marathon-relay, 10 K, 5 K and Kids Progressive Marathon. Country
Star Lacy J. Dalton will be singing the National Anthem to start the
runners. The News 4 Heath & Fitness Expo, on Saturday, offers the latest
Marathon and Running/Walking technology including clothes, running shoes,
equipment and furniture, as well as, seminars by well-known industry
experts on fitness, health, running, training and wellness.
(Reno, NEV) - On May 6, 2007 or as we like to say, 05-06-07, the second
Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo collection of races takes place. A
marathon, half-marathon, marathon relay, 10K, 5K and the Kids Progressive
Marathon funnels runners and walkers through out the city. An entire
weekend of activities takes place over the Cinco de Mayo weekend ranging
from a book signing with author and motivational speaker Dr. JoAnn
Dahlkoetter or an opening reception of world-class artist Ken Freeman to a
Cinco de Mayo Party to the race day activities including a finisher's
concert staring Al Stewart. Lacy J. Dalton will be singing the National
Anthem to start the runners in the morning. The News 4 Heath & Fitness
Expo, on Saturday, offers the latest Marathon and Running/Walking
technology including clothes, running shoes, equipment and furniture, as
well as, seminars by well-known industry experts on fitness, health,
running, training and wellness.
The Nevada Wide Open - Marathon de Mayo celebrates Cinco de Mayo in a
special way … with health, fitness, athleticism and achievement. The
Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo benefits the Marathon de Mayo
Foundation Fund but other charities and non-profits are using the marathon
as a fund raiser as well.
"Marathons are powerful events when it comes to raising money for
charities," says Douglas Collins, director of The Marathon de Mayo
Foundation Fund. "We have established the Marathon Foundation Fund at the
Community Foundation of Western Nevada to provide grants to organizations.
In fact, there are five different ways that local charities can work with
Marathon de Mayo for fundraising which include pledges for runners,
volunteering, Health & Fitness Expo booth, participation in our media
campaign and inserts into our race packets, and finally, direct grants from
The Marathon de Mayo Foundation Fund."
Most think that marathons and half-marathons are done running … the truth
today is that a lot of them are walked! The fastest growing group of long
distance participants in marathons and half-marathons is walkers. Reno's
own, Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo is inviting those that would rather
walk a marathon or half-marathon to do so. The only rule of the road is
that after six hours participants need to "head for the sidewalks". Of
course for those racers that still want to run, well run baby run! Details
are listed on the marathon's Website at www.marathondemayo.com or by
calling 775-825-1727.
"The roadways for the entire 26.2 miles of the route are closed and Reno
police and Washoe County sheriffs are keeping them safe for our
participants," says Doug Collins, co-producer for the event.
Marathoners are among the fastest growing sports enthusiasts in the United
States. Currently there are more than 3 million runners participating in
marathons each year.
The Nevada Wide Open - Marathon de Mayo Marathon course begins and ends
under the world famous Reno Arch on Virginia Street. Race Director Fred
Holabird has run more than 100 marathons before his hip replacement
surgery.
"The marathon course is a large loop with a smaller one in the middle,"
said Holabird. "We run along through Reno's historic neighborhoods, around
Virginia Lake and then across Windy Hill for some awesome views of the
city, valley and snow-capped Sierra Nevadas. Then, it's off through Reno's
horse country, and the South Meadows Park and winding about the Double
Diamond soccer-mom-area before heading along the eastern valley of the
city. The final three miles are along the beautiful Truckee River leading
into downtown Reno for the finish under the arch. The Half Marathon is an
out and back to Windy Hill horse country. The10 K runs to Virginia Lake and
back, while the 5 K participants run out along the Truckee River toward
Idlewild Park. All of the races start and end under the Reno Arch."
The Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo (MdM II)
The Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo is a premier event open to
athletes of all running abilities that is dedicated to supporting worthy
nonprofit organizations. It inspires community celebration and rewards the
achievements of all participants, sponsors, volunteers, friends, families
and spectators.
The Races:
· The Nevada Wide Open Marathon
· The Quepasa.com Half Marathon
(Walk/Run - The course is open six hours after that head for the
sidewalks!)
· The Go Girl Marathon Relay
(Five person teams - Four each run a 5-mile segment with one running 6.2
miles.)
· The Anthem 10 K Race
· The Lakemont Homes 5 K Race
All five races are professionally timed by Las Vegas based
Tri-A-Run ChampionChip
(Finish Line open until 3 PM - There will be vans on the marathon course
that will pickup runners if they are not making the pace necessary to
finish the marathon within the time period. We are doing a ROLLING CLOSURE
for streets, so if you are slower runner/walker and the course is open to
traffic, you must move to the sidewalks to finish the race. If you have a
question about the race time limit please contact our Race Director, Fred
Holabird.)
Sunday, May 5, 2007 Race start at 6:30 AM in staggered times
· Benefits numerous charities through the Marathon de Mayo
Foundation Fund
· Website & Online Registration for all races:
www.marathonDeMayo.com
The Courses:
The Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo Marathon course is a large loop with
a smaller one in the middle. Run along through Reno's historic
neighborhoods, around Virginia Lake and then across Windy Hill for some
awesome views of the city, valley and snow-capped Sierra Nevadas. Then,
it's off through Reno's horse country, and the South Meadows Park and
winding about the Double Diamond soccer-mom-area before heading along the
eastern valley of the city. The final three miles are along the beautiful
Truckee River leading into downtown Reno for the finish under the arch.
The Half Marathon is an out and back to Windy Hill horse country. The10 K
runs to Virginia Lake and back, while the 5 K participants run out along
the Truckee River toward Idlewild Park. All of the races start and end
under the Reno Arch."
The Events:
· Author & Trainer Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter
Dr. JoAnn Dahlkoetter, winner of the San Francisco Marathon and Second
Place in the Hawaii Ironman Race, is the keynote speaker at the CarbFest
Runner Dinner. As a sports psychologist, Dr. Dahlkoetter works with world
class and Olympian athletes.
· Richardson's Gallery Presents Kenneth M. Freeman
(Richardson's Gallery, 3670 S. Virginia)
Friday, May 4, 2007 TBD
Meet world renowned artist Kenneth M. Freeman at this VIP Event. Ken was
the illustrator for authors including Louie L'Amour before moving into a
stellar career as a portrait artist. Nicknamed 'The Rembrandt of the
Rodeo,' Ken's work hangs in museums and galleries throughout the world.
The Hand-Off, the official art of the marathon, will be showcased along
with a selection of his other well known portraits. Also on hand for the
VIP Event will be Bonnie Adams, an award winning photographer from
Scottsdale, AZ. Refreshments will be served. Free.
· The News 4 Health & Fitness Expo
(Sands Regency Event Tent, Outdoor Plaza)
Saturday, May 5, 2007 9 AM to 5 PM
News 4 Health & Fitness Expo - Check out the latest Marathon and
Running/Walking Technology including clothes, running shoes, equipment and
furniture. Seminars by well-known industry experts on fitness, health,
running, training and wellness are presented throughout the day. Free.
· Cinco de Mayo Party
(News 4 Health & Fitness Expo - Sands Regency Event Tent)
Saturday, May 5, 2007 at 5 PM to 6 PM
Celebrate Cinco de Mayo at the Marathon de Mayo Health & Fitness Expo.
Enjoy lots of great music, tasty Mexican food and beverages. Free.
· CarbFest Runner Dinner with Keynote Speaker, JoAnn Dahlkoetter
Author & Motivational Trainer
(National Automobile Museum)
Saturday, May 5, 2007 at 6 PM
When the National Automobile Museum (The Harrah Collection) opened in 1989,
it was reported to have set the standard for the world of automobile
museums with its dramatic displays, in-depth interpretation, extensive
collection and exciting opportunities for visitor participation. The Museum
displays more than 200 cars from 1892 to present, the majority of which are
from the world famous collection of the late gaming pioneer and avid
collector, Bill Harrah. After, before and during the CarbFest pasta feed
you can wander and view this amazing collection. $30 cost for runners and
friends.
· Winner's Circle and Headliner Concert
(The Sands Regency - Outdoor Plaza)
Sunday, May 7, 2006 at 5 PM on The Coors Light Stage
Time Passages … Unlike many contemporary artists, the songs of Al Stewart
don't feel or sound like they come with an expiration date. His works exist
outside of any time frame. Excitedly the Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo
welcomes this legend as the headliner for the Marathon de Mayo Finale
Concert at the Sands Regency on the Coors Light stage on May 6, 2007.
Classic tunes as Year of the Cat and On the Border are two of the great
songs by Stewart. Admission to the concert is included with your race bib.
Additional tickets will be available for purchase at the News 4 Health Expo
on Saturday. Beginning at 12 noon the Sands Regency will offer VIP meet &
greet, food and fun with the 'Evening with Al Stewart' concert beginning
around 5 p.m. after the Nevada Wide Open Marathon de Mayo Awards Ceremony.
Awards to Marathon Winners presented before concert. Check the website,
www.marathondemayo.com Outdoor concert under the new Big Top at the Sands
Regency.
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