“2009 5K Run & Fitness Walk"

The Event

On a cool, crisp fall morning at Stony Creek MetroPark, over 255 runners and walkers embraced the challenge to “Get Out & Trail.”

The 3rd annual Utica Education Association 5K Trail Run & 1 Mile Fitness Walk was held on Sunday, September 28, 2008 at 9:30 A.M. Volunteers, sponsors, spectators, runners and walkers arrived at StonyCreek Metro Park (Eastwood Beach) eager to participate and support the event.
• 180 runners
• 80 walkers
• 50 volunteers & sponsors and their staff
• spectators

Participant Comments:

"I have participated in this event every year as a walker and was excited to experience it as a runner this time. The run was a blast because it was so organized from start to finish. I am already looking forward to next year's 5K!"
Kimberly Giacobbe - UCS Educator

"The course is great - it is nice to get off the beaten track and enjoy the park/trails. I love the fact that I can volunteer with the event and participate as well"
Bonnie Wood – UCS Educator & Volunteer

"The UEA Trail Run is hands down my absolute favorite 5K race of the year. As soon as I cross the finish line I'm look forward to running it again. It was an honor and privilege to be allowed to design the poster and T-shirts for this terrific race."
Jodi Paige-Lee - Graphic Design Artist & UCS Parent

"This year was my second UEA 5k. I like the race because of the variety of runners it attracts… experienced runners, new runners, and kids. The course is great, very scenic, but also challenging. "
Adam Alquiza - UCS Educator

"The event was well organized, and the location for the sponsors was excellent with good exposure. It is always rewarding to sponsor an event that promotes health and wellness for all ages and ability levels. We are looking forward to doing it again next year!"
Doug Schultz – HealthQuest Physical Therapy and Wellness Center

5K Trail Run Results:

Overall Female Winner
Laura Shamblin (Washington, MI) 21:38

Overall Male Winner
Michael Potter (Warren, MI) 19:17

Individual 5K results can be found on:
www.runmichigan.org

Photos can be viewed and ordered on:
Walk: http://www.runmichigan.com/photogallery/09/uea_walk_awards.php
Run: http://www.runmichigan.com/photogallery/09/uea_trail_race.php

The UEA Staywell Committee thanks its local and national sponsors: Hanson’s Running Shop, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Vince and Joe’s Market, Michigan Educational Credit Union, Texas Roadhouse, The Vitamin Shoppe, Macomb Foot and Ankle Specialists, Dunkin Donuts, Woodcraft, HealthQuest Physical Therapy & Wellness Centers, Grand Traverse Pie Company, Cook Chiropractic Clinic, EAS, Brooks, Panera Bread, and Kohls. All proceeds from the event will be used to fund 2010 “Wellness Grants” that benefit UCS employees and students.

Start training and mark your calendars for our 4th Annual 5K Trail Run & 1 Mile Fitness Walk on Saturday, September 25. We will be adding a Kid’s Fun Run to our 2010 event!