More than 400 runners and walkers braved the elements to take on the sixth annual Dinosaur Valley Half Marathon last Sunday.
The event, which includes everything from a family 5K up to a full marathon saw great participation once again and organizers are grateful for the support, from all involved.
“We are thankful for all the sponsors, and all the people who came out and helped,” said member of the race committee Colin Kloot. “On a rainy day like this, although it is great for running, it is not great for volunteers. To stand in one place with rain coming down is pretty tough, and we really want to thank people for doing that. It takes a lot of courage and commitment.”
Runners that took on the courses were not only greeted with the weather, but the volunteers marshalling on course as well as refreshment stations. These volunteers kept spirits up for the participants, cheering them on as they made their way along the grueling and scenic course.
Kloot adds, “We appreciate all the participants as well. It’s great to see people come from all over.”
This included a team of runner, originally from the UK, but currently residing In Southern Alberta as their husbands train at Suffield.
Looking to the future, Kloot is hopeful the race will continue to see as much support from the community and runners.
