Arbor Day McAllen Event

 

A crazy sky, a wind picking up from the north and a warmth we had not seen here for what seems like a month! Bikers, short distance runners, long distance runners, walkers, baby carriages, and even an Arbor Day bear  made up the scenery at Quince and Bicentennial this morning. Oh, and a whole lot of trees just waiting to be adopted and planted. All types of trees set as a back drop for the Arbor Day races we all had anxiously awaited. 

Organizers, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters all performing their tasks flawlessly and I never saw so many smiles and helpful folks as in this event. Well done one and all. 

The course was the same tried and true path used in years past, except that the trees you run by have grown of course. This is a fast course, closed, flat, well paved, and with plenty of width to house the running of the bulls. 

We had two Runners Without Borders represented at the race, both did well improving their personal bests for this course while also having fun with all the attendees.

At the conclusion of the race you had the opportunity to partake in the festivities in the park which included selecting the tree you wished to plant. 

This was our 6th year running with the trees and we hope to continue this annual tradition for a long time to come.

In the 5K there were over 200 participants and the overall winner was Jeff Bearden coming in with a time of 19:16. For the women Jacqueline Fernandez came in 1st with a time of 23:09. Awesome performance guys. 


German Madrazo, triathlete, former Olympian, cross country skier and sports business owner, did an awesome job presenting the awards to the winners which is always an extra special treat. His presence creates a buzz throughout the event and he is truly an inspiration to all.





More of todays winners. 










The 60 plus winners








The 50 plus winners








More winners of the day









60 plus men winners






And of course everyone who participated is a winner. We had drummers, huge dogs, food, games and all around comradery between all the participants. Everything went off on time, plenty of water, electrolyte replenishing drinks, fruit choices, on course water stations and a group of friendly hard working volunteers. A big thanks to the McAllen Police officers for keeping us all safe.    
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