*** Online registration is now closed. Individuals can register tomorrow at packet pickup (4:30-6:15 p.m.) at the Veterans’ Memorial.
WHEN:
Friday, May 25th
WHERE:
Start & Finish: Veterans Memorial Park
Route goes through VA
TIME:
Race begins at 6:30 p.m.
PHASE III CONSTRUCTION
The Purpose of this Race
Dedicated on 11-11-11 at 11 a.m., the Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial is a living tribute that honors the past, present, and future military service and sacrifice of the men and women who have and will continue to bear the cost of our freedom.
We are pleased to announce that a continuous demand for inscriptions on the concentric rows of black granite panels for those veterans who were fortunate enough to serve and return home will soon require the construction of Phase III. An integral part of the original design, this phase will address the outer ring of black granite panels of the Veterans’ Memorial and will consist of a dozen 4′ x 8′ panels and make room for another 1,248 inscriptions.
The estimated cost of Phase III ranges from $155,000 to $170,000. The JC/WC Veterans’ Memorial Foundation holds a 501(c)(3) (tax exempt) status, and its members serve as the advocate and governing body for the stewardship of the memorial as well as host the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies on site.
However, monetary support of the memorial is totally reliant upon donations from private individuals, businesses, and community sources. Your generous gift will help to ensure our veterans have a space on the granite panels where their names and branches of service can be perpetually displayed.
DONATIONS
All proceeds for this race will go to the Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Foundation to help with the costs of Phase III. However, this is not nearly enough. We will provide a way to donate at the race or you can mail in a donation to:
Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Foundation
PO Box 3594, Johnson City, TN 37602
We convey sincere appreciation on their behalf.
Check out their Facebook page for more information
REGISTRATION
1.
Online (Preferred)
*** Individuals can register tomorrow at packet pickup (4:30-6:15 p.m.)
2.
By mail:
Run For Our Veterans 5k
3101 Browns Mill Rd Suite 6-182
Johnson City, TN 37604
3.
Walk-in:
200 Med Tech Pkwy, Ste 105, Johnson City, TN 37604
4.
Packet Pickup & late registration walk-in:
Only on the following date:
May 25 4:30 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
Near the start/finish line at ORANGE tent
ALL REGISTRANTS UNDER THE AGE OF 18 MUST HAVE PARENTAL CONSENT.
ROAD CLOSINGS
West Main Street – The section near the Veterans Memorial (Veterans Way – Crescent St.) will be closed from 3-9 p.m. Friday, May 25th.
The course will not have any “hard closures” but will be staffed with safety officers and volunteers.
PARKING
There is parking on W. Main Street near Old Kiwanis Park, along W. Market Street, near Kiwanis Recreation Center, Church of Jesus (on W. Main Street and Lehigh Street), Henry Johnson School and the Mountain Home/VA. We will be having a shuttle starting at 5:15 p.m. to and from the Mountain Home/VA parking area near the Lamont St. exit. Please look for the orange tent as the shuttle will do all pickups at this location.
POST RACE MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION
Kick off your Memorial Day weekend with us as we have a picnic style celebration near the Memorial. We will be providing some post race snacks but will be offering additional meal items for a donation. All proceeds will go to the Phase III of the Memorial.
Adult
$25per entrant
- now through 5/24/18
- Late registration $30 5/25/18
Students (18 & Under)
$20per entrant
- now through 5/24/18
- Late registration $25 5/25/18
We would also like to thank the following…
American Legion, Bill Gatton Acura, Blue Lizard Suncream, Golden Corral, Harmon’s Ice, Pepsi, Sam’s Club, Thomàs the Adventure Bus, Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 979 Kingsport TN, Volunteer Flag Company, Walmart (Market St.) & Wheelers Bagels.
We are current accepting sponsorships. If you are interested, please complete the attached and send to:
Run For Our Veterans 5k
3101 Browns Mill Road, Ste. 6-180
Johnson City, TN 37604
Checks payable to JC/WC Veterans’ Memorial Foundation
or use the link below to pay online.
Thank you for your support!
FAQs
How can I register?
Where do I mail my registration packet?
Where can I go for walk-in registrations?
Can I register late?
Where can I pick up my registration packet?
Is the course certified?
What awards will be presented?
What is your policy on dogs?
Can I bring a child in a stroller?
Do you need volunteers?
How can I register?
You can register in 3 ways this year:
- Online (preferred – COMING SOON)
- Mail In (download form)
- Walk In
Where do I mail my registration packet?
Mail your registration packet to:
The Goose Chase
3101 Browns Mill Rd
Suite 6-182
Johnson City, TN 37604
Where can I go for walk-in registrations?
You can register at:
200 Med Tech Pkwy. Johnson City, TN
Can I register late?
You can register via walk-in
May 25 from 4:30p.m.-6:15p.m.
at The Veterans Memorial Park (start/finish line) at the ORANGE tent.
Where can I pick up my registration packet?
You can pick up your packet on:
May 25 from 4:30p.m. – 6:15p.m.
at the Veterans Memorial Park (start/finish line) at ORANGE tent.
Is the course certified?
Yes! The course is a USATF Certified 5K Course.
What awards will be presented?
Trophies awarded to male and female competitive / runners only in the following categories:
Overall (top 3), Top Masters, Top Grand Masters
Age groups (top 3): 9 under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+
What is your policy on dogs?
Canine participants are welcome and must be well socialized and on a leash. All dog owners are responsible to clean up after their dogs. Plastic bags will be available at check-in.
Can I bring a child in a stroller?
Yes!! We do ask for all stroller participants to line up in the back. This is for your child’s safety and to prevent tripping hazards for other participants. Thank you.
Do you need volunteers?
Yes, volunteers are a key role in the making of any event and we are so thankful for all of our volunteers. If you can or know of anyone that needs volunteer/community service hours, please contact us or click the link to sign up for a time. Thank you!!!
info@thegoosechase.org
Handcycle Division
We are extremely proud by all of our Veterans that have served our country and want to accommodate all of them. So, we excited to offer a competitive and fitness level hand cycle division in our 5k race. To assist with logistics, we request that all hand cyclist register by May 18, 2018. If we do not have any participants registered by this date, we will need to eliminate the category for this year’s event.
For more information, please e-mail us at info@thegoosechase.org.
Our organization and where will the proceeds go
The Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial is a living tribute that honors the past, present, and future military service and sacrifice of the men and women who have and will continue to bear the cost of our freedom.
The JC-WC Veterans’ Memorial Foundation is pleased to announce that a continuous demand for inscriptions on the concentric rows of black granite panels for those veterans who were fortunate enough to serve and return home will soon require the construction of Phase III. This addition will make room for another 1,248 inscriptions.
The estimated cost of Phase III ranges from $155,000 to $170,000. The Foundation holds a 501(c)(3)(tax exempt) status, and its members serve as the advocate and governing body for the stewardship of the memorial as well as host the annual Memorial Day and Veterans Day ceremonies on site.
DONATIONS
All proceeds for this race will go to the Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Foundation to help with the costs of Phase III. However, this is not nearly enough. We will provide a way to donate at the race or you can mail in a donation to:
Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Foundation
PO Box 3594, Johnson City, TN 37602
For more information, please visit http://jc-wcveteransmemorial.org
Placing a Name on the Memorial
If you are a Veteran or know a Veteran whose name and branch of service should be engraved on the Memorial, we strongly encourage you to submit an application. This is a living Memorial and we are committed to accept applications for inscriptions as long as there are Veterans whose honorable military service needs to be recognized.
To have a name placed on the Memorial, please download and mail the attached application.
In addition to the application, the Veteran must meet the following criteria:
1. Veterans can be either living or deceased who are presently serving or have served on active duty or in a Reserve Component. When submitting an application you must include some proof of service with an honorable discharge. This could be a copy of a DD Form 214, Honorable Discharge Order or similar documents, a photograph of a headstone at a Military cemetery or of a bronze footstone issued by the Veterans’ Administration. If you encounter difficulty in locating proof of honorable service, the Veterans’ Memorial Foundation will work with you to find a possible solution.
2. The Veteran must have a connection to Washington County by birth, education, profession, friendship, or previous or current residency. In 2008, the Veterans’ Memorial Committee approved a recommendation to allow persons who presently reside in Washington County or who once lived in the community to purchase Memorial inscriptions in honor of their relatives or friends who may not reside or may never have resided in the local area.
3. Cost for an inscription on the Black Granite is $100 for engraving and maintaining the Memorial; however, there is no inscription fee required for Veterans who are Killed In Action (KIA), Prisoners Of War (POW), or Missing In Action (MIA).
For more information, please visit http://jc-wcveteransmemorial.org
Do you need sponsors?
All proceeds for this race will go to the Johnson City-Washington County Veterans’ Memorial Foundation to help with the costs of Phase III.
We do need sponsors. If you are interested, please call (423-946-0519) or email (info@thegoosechase.org).
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