Never Forgotten Race & Walk

Saturday, September 16, 2023 Past event
1:30 PM AKDT
Ketchikan, Alaska
$16.90–$27.50 · 2 races
5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join the Ketchikan Running Club on Saturday, September 16, 2023, for the spirited Never Forgotten Race & Walk in Ketchikan, Alaska! This uplifting event honors our military heroes and features two exciting race distances: a 1-mile fun run and a 5-kilometer race. Participants can register online until noon on September 15, or in person at the Ketchikan Rec Center from 4 PM to 6 PM on the eve of the race. Don't miss out on the chance to secure your spot, as there will be no day-of registration available!

Registration fees are an affordable $15 for the 1-mile event and $25 for the 5-km, with each entry including a stylish silipint glass designed by Jason Mecham and delicious post-race snacks. The 1-mile race kicks off at 9:00 AM, followed by the 5-km at 9:30 AM. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the American Legion Auxiliary - Ketchikan Unit 3, making your participation even more meaningful. Whether you're running, walking, or volunteering, come be a part of this memorable community event and show your support for those who have served!

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  • Never Forgotten 1 Mile

    Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt

    1:00 PM AKDT

    $16.90

    Entries closed
  • Never Forgotten 5k

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt

    1:30 PM AKDT

    $27.50

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Organiser's description

The Ketchikan Running Club is happy to welcome back the Never Forgotten Race & Walk! We're honored to host this event and support our American Legion Auxiliary Unit 3. Online registration will close at 12:00pm on Friday, September 20th, but you can register in person during bib pickup at Ketchikan Rec Center from 4pm - 6pm on Friday night. We will not offer day-of registration for this event so make sure to register now!

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Join the community in honoring the service of our military heroes featuring a 1-mile & 5-km. Registration is $15 for 1-mile & $25 for 5-km and includes a silipint glass (logo designed by Jason Mecham) and post-race snacks. Portion of proceeds support American Legion Auxiliary - Ketchikan Unit 3.



The race is Saturday September 21, 2023 with start times: 0900 for 1-mile & 0930 for 5-km. The routes are being submitted for approval for safety/permit - stay tuned! Last minute bib pick up only (no registration) will be available for all events from 8:15-8:45 race morning at the starting line - please plan accordingly.



If you can't run or walk this year but are interested in volunteering, we need your help! Please email [email protected] to let us know how you are interested in helping! Lastly, please be sure to register before September 7th to guarantee swag inventory on day of race. If you register after September 7th, your silipint glass may not be ready on race day and will have to pick up at later date. We will have t-shirts (limited sizing available) from last year's race for sale!



Routes will be posted shortly!

Location

70 Bawden Street, Ketchikan, 99901, AK, United States

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