Ryan's Superhero Run

Oxford – Come join us on Saturday, September 15 for the second annual Ryan’s Superhero Run/Walk! This event is to honor the memory of Ryan VerNooy, a young man from Oxford who passed away in December 2010. All proceeds will benefit The Hole in the Wall Gang Camp in Ashford, CT; a group dedicated to providing a fun camp experience to seriously ill children and their families throughout the Northeast, free of charge.

Check-in and day-of registration begins at 7:30am. The race will begin promptly at 8:30am, from the Colonial Tavern at 24 Hawley Road. There will be free on-site parking available.   

Participants have the choice of completing a 5K run or a 1.5 mile walk that each start and end at the Colonial Tavern. Some rolling hills are included in the course. Superhero costumes are encouraged, but not required. All ages are invited to participate; strollers are welcome, but please no pets. The first 400 participants registered will receive a commemorative t-shirt from the event, and a complimentary gift bag. Food and water will be provided for all participants.

            Awards will be given to the overall top 3 male and female finishers, as well as the top 3 males and females from the following age groups: 12 and under; 13-19; 20-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60 and above. These and additional raffle prizes have been generously donated by local businesses and restaurants.

Pre-registration is $20. Day-of registration is $25.

For more information, or to sign up online, please visit: http://www.hitekracing.com/ryanssuperherorun/

Computerized timing and results will be provided by HiTek Racing.