Bill Mitchell Memorial Run

Saturday, June 10, 2023 Past event

1:30 PM AKDT

Palmer, Alaska

Free · 1 race

5km

Event summary

Join us for the Bill Mitchell Memorial Run on Saturday, June 10, 2023, in Palmer, Matanuska-Susitna, as we celebrate community and the spirit of running! This untimed 4-mile fun run is a fantastic opportunity to honor the legacy of Bill Mitchell, a beloved figure in the local running scene who dedicated his later years to promoting fitness and camaraderie among runners. The event kicks off at 9:30 AM at AKtive Soles, where participants will embark on a scenic route through the charming streets of Palmer.

Whether you're an experienced runner or just looking for a fun way to get active, this event promises to be a delightful morning filled with energy, laughter, and camaraderie. After the run, enjoy delicious doughnuts and drinks while mingling with fellow participants. Plus, each runner will receive an AKtive Soles coupon as a special treat! Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to connect with your community and celebrate a running legend. Remember, participation is free, so gather your friends and family, and come out to make some memorable moments!

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Bill Mitchell Fun Run 5k

1:30 PM AKDT

Free

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Organiser's description

Bill Mitchell Memorial Run will be a fun untimed event as a way to bring our community together over Colony Days. Mitchell helped organize a fun run in Palmer in the 1970s which was later named the Colony Days Fun Run and renamed in Mitchells honor in 1998. Mitchell got involved with the running community later in life after previously competing in the mile in high school. At the age of 75, Mitchell laced up his sneakers and completed the course the year the race was renamed after him. Mitchell won the Anchorage Mayors Marathon for the over 50 division four years running and held the record for his age group.

AKtive Soles is happy to continue this fun run in Bill's honor and hope that you will join us!

Cost: Free

When: Saturday, June 8th starting at 9:30am

Where: Starting & Ending at AKtive Soles in Palmer - 642 S Alaska St, Palmer, AK

What: Untimed 4 mile community run

Join us for a run followed by Doughnuts, drinks, and an AKtive Soles Coupon!

If you don't sign up online, please be sure to sign a waiver in person day of the event!

Course:

Runners will start at Aktive Soles (Palmer) turn Right on S Alaska St, Left on Evergreen Ave, Right on S Valley Way, then Left on Elmwood. Follow Elmwood to S Gulkana and turn Left, the Right on E Evergreen Ave. From E Evergreen, turn Left on Airport Rd and then a Right on E Arctic Ave. Run E Arctic Ave all the way down to the tunnel at the Matanuska Bridge an turn around to run back up E Arctic Ave to S. Valley Way, turn Left on S Valley Way and make your way back to AKtive Soles.