20.23 KM Cedar Challenge

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From Beirut Marathon Association

  • Date Mon 1st May 2023 - Tue 31st October 2023
  • Location Virtual Event
  • Price Β£15.00
  • Races 1 race
  • Distances Half Marathon

Event summary

Get ready to embrace the spirit of challenge and community with the 20.23 KM Cedar Challenge, proudly organized by the Beirut Marathon Association! This exciting virtual event runs from May 1st to October 31st, 2023, inviting participants to complete a total distance of 20.23 KM each month. Set against the beautiful backdrop of Beirut, this challenge allows you to engage in a variety of activities including biking, running, swimming, walking, and trail running. Whether you choose to tackle the distance solo or team up with a partner to split the distance (10.10 KM each), you’ll experience the joy of movement and camaraderie.

As you immerse yourself in this unique challenge, you'll also contribute to a greener Lebanon. Upon completing the challenge, participants will be honored at a special ceremony in a natural reserve, where 23 Cedar Trees will be planted in a dedicated forest, symbolizing the commitment to sustainability and the rich heritage of Lebanon. Plus, every international runner will receive a stunning gold medal featuring a map of Lebanon and an engraved cedar, delivered right to your door via DHL. Join us in this uplifting journey to make a positive impact while celebrating fitness and nature!

20.23 KM Cedar Challenge

Mon 1st May 2023 - Tue 31st October 2023

A hiker stands on a rocky ledge overlooking a breathtaking mountainous landscape with several serene lakes. Overlaid text reads "20.23 Challenge" with a tree and wave motif. The Beirut Marathon Association logo appears in the bottom right corner.

Organiser's Description

A virtual challenge where you need to complete 20.23 KM each month over a period of 6 months through a various list of sports; BIKE, RUN, SWIM, TRAIL, WALK.

The medal will be a gold map of Lebanon with an engraved cedar, symbolizing the planting of the trees on Lebanese soil. (All int'l runners will get their medals via DHL delivered to their address on complimentary basis)

The challenge can be completed individually or a team of 2, where they split the distance (10KM each for any activity) i.e. two team members can each swim or/and run or/and walk or/and bike 10.10 KM.

They can switch in between activities or choose one.

Upon the completion of the challenge; we will hold a ceremony in a natural reserve, whereby we will plant 23 Cedar Trees in a small BMA-dedicated forest.

Every year, we will work towards growing this forest through such initiatives with the hope of turning our running community green.

Races

  • 20.23 Cedar Challenge

    Β£15.00

    CLOSED

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