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Dragon Dash Scholarship Run and Walk

The Alumni Association is pleased to announce the 3rd Annual Dragon Dash Scholarship Run & Walk. This exciting event includes a cross-country 5K run and walk, a 1-mile family walk and, new this year, a kids race! All events take place on the picturesque campus of Glenelg Country School.

Race Course Description and Regulations

The 5K cross-country course traverses the school’s scenic campus, taking runners and walkers from open fields to wooded paths. The course is not suitable for wheelchairs or strollers. The 1-mile family walk follows the flat, open driveway of the school and the use of strollers and wheelchairs is permitted. (Pets are not allowed.)

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T-Shirts, Amenities and Awards

All pre-registered entrants receive a Dragon Dash t-shirt. T-shirt sizes and availability are not guaranteed if registering after September 28, 2012, or on the morning of the race day. Water and post-race snacks provided. Prizes awarded to top finishers and all GCS students receive recognition for participation. Every participant has the chance to win one of many random prizes. Enjoy music and activities for the entire family!

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Registration

By mail: Send your completed entry form and check, made payable to Glenelg Country School, to: Glenelg Country School, Dragon Dash, 12793 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042. Mailed registration must be received by September 28, 2012.

Online: Register at www.active.com by October 1, 2012.

In person: At Glenelg Country School, contact Evelyn Johnson, 410-531-7370 or event@glenelg.org.

Entry Fees

5K Run/Walk and 1-Mile Walk

$25 Adult, $15 Student if registering on or before GCS Family Day on September 28, 2012 (children under the age of three are free and do not receive a t-shirt).

$30 Adult, $20 Student after September 28, 2012 and on race day (t-shirt not guaranteed).

Kids Race (for children PK – fifth grade)

$15 if registering on or before GCS Family Day on September 28, 2012.

$20 after September 28, 2012 and on race day (t-shirt not guaranteed).

Packet Pick-up

Pre-race day packet pick-up TBA. Race day check-in and packet pick-up: 7:30 a.m. - 8:45 a.m. at Glenelg Country School.

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