Description

The Murphey Candler Park Conservancy (MCPC) is excited to announce the Annual Duck Duck Goose 5K taking place October 26, 2019.  This fundraiser supports the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy and our efforts to make Murphey Candler Park one of the premier parks in Metro Atlanta.

Visit www.murpheycandlerpark.org for event updates.

REGISTRATION

Register Online at runsignup.com until 10/23/19 (Wednesday before race) 

Go to www.runsignup.com and search “Brookhaven Duck Duck Goose”  

•  Early bird registration = $25-5K and $15-1 mile until 11:59PM on 9/26/19.  

•  Registration = $30-5K/$20-1mile until 11:59PM on 10/23/19 then becomes $35-5K/$25-1mile.

•  Online registration closes at 11:59 PM on 10/23/19.

•  $35 = 10/24/19 at race packet pick-up at Big Peach Running Co. at Town Brookhaven from 4-7PM.Cash and check only (made out to MCPC.)

•  $35 = 10/26/19 on Race Day beginning at 7:00AM. Cash and check only (made out to MCPC.)

Those not interested in running can register as phantom runners to support the conservancy and receive an event T-shirt.

 

 

SHIRTS

Long sleeve shirts are guaranteed for online registrants registering by 10/20/2019. Late registration t-shirts will be available first-come first-serve. 

 

PACKET PICK-UP

•  Thursday, 10/24/19 4-7PM at Big Peach Running Co in Town Brookhaven, 705 Town Blvd, Ste. 340, Atlanta, GA 30319, 404-816-8488

•  Saturday, 10/26/19, race day, beginning at 7:00AM.

 

PROCEEDS

This fundraiser supports the Murphey Candler Park Conservancy and our efforts to make Murphey Candler Park one of the premier parks in Metro Atlanta.

 

 

RACE START

Runners will set off first at 8:00AM followed by walkers/strollers/runners with leashed dogs. Water will be available at designated locations along the course. The course winds through the park's beautiful trails and neighborhood.

1-Mile Fun Run will begin at 8:45AM.

 

PARKING INSTRUCTIONS

Our race begins at 8AM sharp. Parking will be available at the Atlanta Colts Football and Murphey Candler Little League lots, and gravel lots off Candler Lake East. Follow the signs to the Murphey Candler Park new Open Field (aka County Corner) at corner of Candler Lake East and West Nancy Creek Drive.

Please allow 15-20 minutes to park and walk to the race staging area, and plan to arrive no later than 7:45AM.

 

STARTING LOCATION

The race will start and finish in the Murphey Candler Park Open Field Space (aka County Corner) located at corner of Candler Lake East and West Nancy Creek Drive.

 

THIS IS A RAIN OR SHINE EVENT

In the event of inclement weather involving lightning or hazardous conditions, please check our website www.murpheycandlerpark.org for up to date information.

 

AWARDS 

Awards will be provided to the top 3 male and female 5K winners, along with winners from each age group by gender. Awards will also be given to the top female and male ages 10 and under finishing the Fun Run.

 

PETS/STROLLERS

Leashed dogs and strollers are allowed on the course and will start immediately after the runners.

 

DUCK DUCK FOOD TRUCK

Please join us for the pre-race food truck event Friday, October 25. The food trucks will be located in Murphey Candler Park. Family fun and entertainment. Time: 5:30PM-8:30PM