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The Geelong event offers participants a 3.9km and 7.3km walk & run!
Can’t join us on the day, don’t worry, while you may not be able to join us in body, you can still join us in spirit by registering as a ‘Support us in Spirit’ participant!
Where
Eastern Beach Reserve, Waterfront Geelong VIC 3220
When
Sunday 10 May 2020
Distances
3.9km & 7.3km walk
3.9km & 7.3km run
The Course
The start line for the course will be located on Lower Hearne Pde, please see the map below.
It takes about 10 minutes to walk to the start line from the main event precinct/registration area so please ensure to leave enough time to get there prior to your race starting.
| TICKET | EARLY BIRD 4 Feb - 31 Mar |
STANDARD 1 Apr - 30 Apr |
LAST MINUTE 1 May - 8 May |
EVENT WEEKEND 9-10 May |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADULT WALK | $35 | $45 | $50 | $55 |
| ADULT RUN | $40 | $50 | $55 | $60 |
| CHILD/CONCESSION WALK |
$20 | $25 | $25 | $25 |
| CHILD/CONCESSION RUN |
$25 | $30 | $30 | $30 |
*Child is 4-17 years, children under 3 are FREE
**Concession includes student card, health care card or senior concession card
***Family discount - 20% discount will apply to the second child onward when 2 or more children are added to the cart
| RACE BIBS | |
|---|---|
| Postage cut-off | Must register between 4 Feb - 22 April 2020 |
| Postage price | $4.95 per entry - Family ticket cap price $9.95 |
| Personalised race bibs | Must register by 11.59pm 10 March 2020 |
2020 race bib collection information coming soon.
On the day race change fees
If you wish to change from a walk event to a run event on the day of the event, then please find below the change fees.
Change events (walk to a run) – $5 (includes new number & timing chip)
Lost running bib – $5 (to replace bib & timing chip)
Lost or missing bib (walk only) – No charge
6:30am On day registrations open
7:20am Warm up – 7.3km run/walk
7:48am Minute silence – 7.3km run/walk
7:50am 7.3km run & walk starts
8:30am Warm up – 3.9km run/walk
8:58am Minute silence – 3.9km run/walk
9:00am 3.9km run& walk
9:45am Presentations commence (3.9km/7.3km run, team awards)
11:30am Formalities finish
It takes about 10 minutes to walk to the start line from the main event precinct/registration area so please ensure to leave enough time to get there prior to your race starting.
To ensure you have the best possible experience read through our checklist of suggested things to bring on the day!
– Sunscreen/ hat
– Rain jacket/umbrella
– Comfortable running or walking gear
– Coins/EFTPOS car for on the day activities with fundraising, food etc
– Your race bib (or pick it up on the day)
– Water bottle
– Your mobile phone (Fully charged so you can capture all those #MDC2020 memories!)
Assembly area
The assembly area is located at Eastern Beach Reserve, Waterfront Geelong.
Information marquees
The information marquee is located in the assembly area. Please ask the volunteers or go to the information marquees if you are unsure of anything.
Tribute wall
Tribute cards can be downloaded here. A special Tribute Wall will be located at the event. Participants can choose to pin their tribute cards to the wall after their run or walk.
LUCRF Super Bag Drop
Clothing and bags may be left in the bag storage area located on Eastern Beach Reserve adjacent the finish line. Please use the tear off strip from your race number to attach to your backpack or clothing bag.
Please do not place valuables in the cloak room as we cannot accept responsibility for valuables lost or stolen. Bikes cannot be placed in cloak room.
First Aid
First aid stations will be located:
If you require medical assistance while out on the course, please notify the nearest course marshal and they will contact the appropriate personnel to assist you.
Water Stations
Water stations will be located at the following points:
• 7.3km course: At 3.5km mark located on Upper Hearne Pde
• Adjacent to the finish line
Toilets
The toilets are located at the Geelong Life Saving Club building adjacent to The Boathouse Restaurant. There will also be toilets in the assembly area.
Baby change
There will be a baby change and feed marquee in the main assembly area.
Meeting places
Be sure you arrange a clear meeting place for your family or team. We recommend meeting in the assembly area. The start line will be very crowded and a difficult meeting place.
The Mother’s Day Classic includes lots of extra activities for kids and adults. These include warm-up aerobics, a food court, entertainment plus a kid’s activity area.
A number of delegates, celebrities and sponsors will be appearing / presenting on the main stage. The main stage will also be used for the memorial minute of silence, warm-up aerobics and team presentations.
Food
Kids Zone
Other
Entertainment
Certificates For Best Dressed
Bikes can’t be ridden around the course, but they are a great way to get to the event. Make sure to bring a lock with you.
Parking
There will be parking available around the event, please just be mindful not to park on the course.
All participants receive a 2020 medallion.
Age category medals: mailed after the event 3.9km and 7.3km run winners for each age category. Age categories – U15, U18, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
Runner’s please note: Your results will be produced by net time. The timing tag attached to your race bib will record your official time from when you cross the start line until you cross the finish line. However, trophies will be awarded to the first three males and females in each event based on gun time. So, if you feel you have a chance of placing, please run in the first wave of your chosen distance.
Have a question?
For more event information contact: [email protected]
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