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28th Annual Iron Furnace 5k Slated for June 25th

June 4th, 2016 by WCBC Radio

The George's Creek Promotion Council, in conjunction with George's Creek
Days is pleased to announce the 28th Annual Iron Furnace 5k run to be held,
June 25, 2016 at 8:00AM in Lonaconing, MD.  The point to point course will
be along George's Creek River, through the streets of Lonaconing, and
finish at the historic Iron Furnace on the north end of town. The course is
mostly flat with a short hill at mile 1 and half mile slope at the 2 mile
mark.

The post celebration for participants and their families culminates in the
historic Iron Furnace Park with traditional "Coney" hospitality including
refreshments and awards.  Pre-registration is $20 and information can be
found at www.qcstriders.com.  Registration on race day is $25, and will be
from 7:00 am to 7:45 am at George's Creek Elementary adjacent to the starting
line. All pre-registered participants will receive a race T-shirt and on
race day will be provided while supplies last.  Awards will be given to the
top three male and female finishers in each age group. The first male and
female finishers in the Open 5k will each receive $75, and the first male
and female in the Masters will receive $25 each.  For additional
information about the race, call Zach Bittinger at 304-276-5658 or Tom
Dawson at 301-463-6231.

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