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Wellen Park Half Marathon and 5K Race returns March 21
Wellen Park will host its fourth annual Half Marathon and 5K Race on Saturday, March 21, featuring a newly certified 13.1-mile course approved by USA Track & Field. Presented by Hotwire Communications, the event reflects Wellen Park’s ongoing emphasis on health, wellness and active living.
Both races start at Solis Hall in Downtown Wellen. The half marathon begins at 7:30 a.m., followed by the 5K at 7:45 a.m. Walkers are welcome, along with strollers and well-behaved dogs.
“The half marathon and 5K have become an annual tradition for many residents and neighbors,” said Rick Severance, president of Wellen Park. “People set goals early in the year and take advantage of Wellen Park’s more than 40 miles of trails to help them establish regular training schedules and daily routines.”
Open to participants 13 and older, registration for the half marathon is $50 for ages 13 to 18 and $75 for ages 19 and older. Registration for the 5K is $20 for ages 18 and younger and $35 for all others. Portions of the race proceeds and all donations benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Sun Coast.
Race day events also include post-race food and beverages and award ceremonies for top finishers. For more information or to register, visit runsignup.com/Race/FL/Venice/WellenParkHalfMarathonand5K.
The new half marathon course is flat, fully paved and will be clearly marked.
Spectators are encouraged to watch the races from the route sidelines and cheer on the runners.
Ranked among the top best-selling communities in the U.S., Wellen Park fosters community connections and healthy lifestyles through wellness and fitness programs, outdoor recreation opportunities and an extensive parks and trail system set among picturesque lakes, wetlands and preserves.
“Walking, cycling and running is part of everyday life at Wellen Park,” said Severance. “The trails are used throughout the day by residents connecting with neighbors or fitting activity into their routines.”
Wellen Park is expanding its trail system in March with the completion of the 2.5-mile Buttonwood Trail, the 3-mile Oakheart Trail and Greenway Park, a new linear trail.
