Ryan Shay Mid Summer Night Run

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Ryan Shay Mid Summer Night Run Race Description

10th Annual Ryan Shay MidSummer Night Run. A Central Lake, Michigan 4th of July event held in memory of Ryan Shay  a world class athlete who died from sudden heart failure 5.5 miles into the 2007 New York City Olympic Marathon trial. Ryan grew up in Central Lake and, while living there, ran virtually every road, hill, and byway in its beautiful surroundings.  Come join the fun and camaraderie and make family memories by participating in a 5K run/walk, 10K run, or 1 mile Fudgees Ice Cream Fun Run. After dusk, stay to watch one of the most beautiful firework displays in Northern Michigan.  The point to point races begin at 7:00 PM and follow lakes, paths and country roads. Fun Run at 8:00 PM. Two 5K water stations. Three 10K water stations. After race refreshments. Medals and Plaques awarded. Please visit www.ryanshay.org for complete race details and registration information.


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  • Ryan Shay Mid Summer Night Run Where & When
  • Location: Thurston Park @ State and Lake , Central Lake, MI 49622
  • Race Date: 2018/07/04 07:00:00 PM (Wednesday)
  • Categories:
    • Run/Walk
    • Run
    • Ice Cream Fun Run without shirt
    • Ice Cream Fun Run WITH shirt

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