The Walterborough 17.83 - Walk/Run from the Cyclone 2024
Monday, May 1 – Wednesday, May 31, 2023
Past event
12:00 AM EDT (midnight)
Walterboro, South Carolina
$25.00 · 1 race
Event summary
Get ready for the Walterborough 17.83 - Walk/Run from the Cyclone 2024, taking place throughout May 2023 in the charming town of Walterboro, Colleton. This exciting annual event encourages participants to run, walk, bike, or move a total of 17.83 miles during the month, celebrating the rich history of Walterborough while honoring the memory of the devastating Cyclone of 1879.
Whether you choose to tackle the distance all at once or break it into manageable segments, there’s no wrong way to participate! Share your progress on the Facebook events page, and you could win prizes for your efforts. Plus, capture a photo of a historic site during your journey for a chance to snag the coveted “coolest picture” prize. Join us in this uplifting challenge that not only promotes fitness but also community spirit and historical appreciation. Lace up your shoes and let’s hit the road together!
Whether you choose to tackle the distance all at once or break it into manageable segments, there’s no wrong way to participate! Share your progress on the Facebook events page, and you could win prizes for your efforts. Plus, capture a photo of a historic site during your journey for a chance to snag the coveted “coolest picture” prize. Join us in this uplifting challenge that not only promotes fitness but also community spirit and historical appreciation. Lace up your shoes and let’s hit the road together!
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The Walterborough 17.83
VirtualIncludes T-Shirt or Medal
Entries closedMonday, May 1, 2023
$25.00
Organiser's description
The Walterborough 17.83 is the annual Run/Walk put on by the Colleton County Historical and Preservation Society. Jacob and Paul Walter first came to the area in 1783 to avoid the weather and pests along the coast. Other families followed, and the town of Walterborough (the original spelling) was formed.
This years event highlights the tragedy of the Cyclone of1879. While still trying to pull itself out of the aftermath of the Civil War, Colleton County was struck by a devastating tornado on April 16, 1879. Damaging or destroying countless buildings and injuring hundreds of people, the Cyclone ripped through the county and Walterboro. The jewel of the county was the Hickory Valley, a beautiful, tree-covered area that served as park, picnic area, and gathering spot. Legend has it that every single hickory was destroyed by the storm, that only lasted a matter of minutes.
CCHAPS is asking participates to run, walk, bike, or move (as long as it doesn't involve a motor) a total of 17.83 miles during the month of May. Participants have the entire month to complete or beat the 17.83 miles. In can be completed in segments or all at once. In the past, some have run very long distances while others just walk a mile in their neighborhood every night. There is no wrong way to complete the miles!
To hold yourself accountable and to encourage others, CCHAPS is offering prizes. We are asking participants to post to the Facebook events page their runs, using whatever app or tracking system they choose. Each week, one post will be randomly selected to win a prize. A 5th prize will be awarded to the coolest picture posted of an historic site that you take while on your run or walk, no matter where you might be located.
See you on the road!
This years event highlights the tragedy of the Cyclone of1879. While still trying to pull itself out of the aftermath of the Civil War, Colleton County was struck by a devastating tornado on April 16, 1879. Damaging or destroying countless buildings and injuring hundreds of people, the Cyclone ripped through the county and Walterboro. The jewel of the county was the Hickory Valley, a beautiful, tree-covered area that served as park, picnic area, and gathering spot. Legend has it that every single hickory was destroyed by the storm, that only lasted a matter of minutes.
CCHAPS is asking participates to run, walk, bike, or move (as long as it doesn't involve a motor) a total of 17.83 miles during the month of May. Participants have the entire month to complete or beat the 17.83 miles. In can be completed in segments or all at once. In the past, some have run very long distances while others just walk a mile in their neighborhood every night. There is no wrong way to complete the miles!
To hold yourself accountable and to encourage others, CCHAPS is offering prizes. We are asking participants to post to the Facebook events page their runs, using whatever app or tracking system they choose. Each week, one post will be randomly selected to win a prize. A 5th prize will be awarded to the coolest picture posted of an historic site that you take while on your run or walk, no matter where you might be located.
See you on the road!
Location
205 Church Street, Walterboro, 29488, SC, United States
The Walterborough 17.83 - Walk/Run from the Cyclone 2024
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