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About 100 brave and hearty souls came out on February 23 to complete the
11th annual Race Through Hoosier History. With a fresh snowfall of 7 inches or so of heavy, wet snow (on top of ice!), the Crown Hill race staff was challenged to find the race course, much less make it ready for race participants.
We applaud the great efforts of Crown Hill Superintendent, Mike Dooley, who plowed the parking lot and a modified 3-mile course (no hill!) on race morning! This enabled us to have a joint run and walk start at 9:15 a.m. under the enthusiastic direction of Race Director, Jeff Coates. To reduce the risk of injury, we made the race a "non-competitive event," and encouraged participants to just have fun on the course and enjoy the beauty of the snow.
With overcast skies, a temperature of 21 degrees, and 13 m.p.h. winds, event participants headed out into the chilly white wonderland with great enthusiasm for a truly memorable winter experience. Thanks to the hard work of Indy Runners and Tuxedo Brothers volunteers (who set-up a finish line and clock!), we were able to have a safe and fun running and walking event.
Following the race, participants enjoyed bottled water from Costco Wholesale, fruit from MCL Cafeterias and donuts from Krispy Kreme. Everyone then enjoyed a Crown Hill History Trivia Contest with lots of give-aways, which was followed by a drawing for the overall and age division gift certificate awards donated by The Running Company, one of our many great sponsors. (The awards were raffled because there was no competition.)
Race packets included fun t-shirts*, a bag of Hurst Beans (with seasoning!) for a pot of
15-bean soup, chap stick from Forethought Insurance, and discount coupons from MCL Cafeterias.
*(If you did not pick-up your t-shirt at packet pick-up on Friday, February 21 or on race morning, we regret that they are no longer available.)
It was certainly a "race for the books" that provided lots of fun memories for all who participated. We wish to thank all our sponsors and volunteers who made this race possible. Many thanks too, for our race participants who joined us on race morning, making all our efforts worthwhile.
The next Crown Hill running and walking event will be the 2nd Annual Jason M. Baker Public Safety Scholarship Run and Walk
To be held on Sunday, September 7, 2003. Please join us!
IT'S A DUESY!
Come experience the fun of the 2003 Race Through Hoosier History! In addition to costumed characters along the routes, this year you will enjoy the sight of a beautiful Duesenberg J automobile cruising the grounds, owned and driven by Dr. John C. Klein of Indianapolis (weather permitting). The Duesenberg brothers, Frederick and August "Auggie," built these luxury cars in the 1930s in Indianapolis. Frederick is buried on Section 104 and August is entombed in the Mausoleum.
Dr. Klein's car, the Duesenberg J, was built in 1931. It is a Rollston convertible victoria chassis #2460 and engine J472. The car was purchased new by Ralph Pulitzer Sr. (son of Joseph), and also a New York City newspaper owner. Pratt & Whitney in New Haven, Conn. used the engine during WW II to power superchargers for airplane engines. The car is as original except the fenders are brown. We wish to thank Dr. Klein for his generous support of the race in sharing his car with us.
ABOUT THE 2003 RACE - NEW RACE DATE AND COURSES!
The 11th Annual Race Through Hoosier History will be held on a NEW DATE - Sunday, February 23, 2003, and will include new courses for both the run and walk. Crown Hill Heritage Foundation and the volunteers of Indy Runners, the race is a 5-mile run and 3-mile walk through Crown Hill Cemetery. Proceeds benefit the restoration of Crown Hill Cemetery's historic buildings and landmarks. Both courses are very scenic and the running course includes "The HILL," which is the highest hill (842 ft.) in Marion County and the resting place of the famous Hoosier Poet, James Whitcomb Riley. Costumed characters will greet you along the way - and weather permitting, you will also see a mint condition 1931 Duesenberg Model J cruising along the course. Water stops and post-race refreshments will be provided. NOTE: For competitive walkers - the course will be monitored by judges to ensure that basic racewalking rules are followed. The judge's decisions will be final. If you're not competitive - that's OK - come and have FUN!
CROWN HILL CEMETERY
Founded in 1863, Crown Hill Cemetery is Indiana's largest cemetery and the third largest, non-government cemetery in the nation with over 190,000 burials. Thousands of visitors tour Crown Hill each year, many of whom come to enjoy the peaceful beauty of the grounds, study the exquisite architecture of the buildings and sculptures, and visit the burial sites of Indiana's most notable citizens. The 11th annual Race Through Hoosier History is a celebration of our heritage and history, passed down by those who are buried in this beautiful place. We honor their memory.
INDY RUNNERS
Indy Runners is a volunteer, not-for-profit club that serves to promote running and walking as a healthy lifestyle activity and as a competitive sport. The club serves to meet member needs by creating opportunities for group runs and walks, social functions, volunteer leadership, organized races, fitness education and communication between members. For more information, call (317) 290-RUNR or check their Web site: www.IndyRunners.org.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Volunteers receive a free t-shirt, a light breakfast, and lots of thanks! Please contact Jeff Coates at (317) 876-1871 to volunteer.
AWARDS THE RUNNING COMPANY in Broad Ripple (www.erunningcompany.com) will provide the awards for the race. Overall and Age Division awards will be given to males and females in the run and walk. The top three OVERALL winners will receive the Gifts valued at $50, $40, and $30, and the top three AGE DIVISION winners will receive Gift Cards valued at $15, $12, and $10. Male and female age divisions in the run and walk are: 14 & under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; and 70 & over. The award ceremonies will be held inside the Mausoleum and will be preceded by a fun Crown Hill history quiz with lots of freebies.
PLEASE NOTE: All awards must be picked up during the awards ceremony - none will be mailed.
REGISTRATION (print registration form)
There are lots of ways to enter! Save money and pre-register by February 14th!
Register On-line: www.tuxbro.com through Thursday, February 20.
FAX to: Tuxedo Brothers at (317) 873-5803 through Tuesday, February 18.
Mail to: Tuxedo Brothers, 6265 Boone Ridge, Zionsville, IN 46077 through Tuesday, February 18.
Register in person: During Packet Pick-up on Friday, February 21 in the Waiting Station from 7:00 am - 1:00 pm or on Race Day, Sunday, February 23 in the Mausoleum from 7:30 - 8:30 am.
Please make checks payable to: Crown Hill Heritage Foundation
The pre-registration fee is $15.00 and must be received by February 14, 2003. All pre-registered entrants will receive a fun short sleeve t-shirt. Registration fee for entries received after February 14 (including Friday's packet pick-up and race-day registration) is $18.00 and includes an fun (extra large only) short sleeve t-shirt, while supplies last. You may register on-line through Thursday, February 20 at www.tuxbro.com. Or you may mail your completed entry form, along with a check, money order, or credit card number. Completed entries may also be faxed to (317) 873-5803 and must include a credit card number and expiration date. Only one person per entry form. The form may be copied. Below is a printable entry form that can be mailed or faxed.
IMPORTANT: Each entry must be signed by the participant or guardian (if participant is under 18) to be valid.
PACKET PICK-UP
Packet Pick-up and registration will be held on Friday, February 21st, between 7:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. in Crown Hill's historic Waiting Station, the red brick building located just inside the magnificent 34th Street and Boulevard Place stone gate entrance.
RACE-DAY REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK-UP
Race-day registration and packet pick-up are available in the Mausoleum from 7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. The Mausoleum is located inside the north entrance off 38th Street and Clarendon Road. All t-shirts must be picked up by 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, February 23rd - none will be mailed.
FINISH LINE MANAGEMENT
Finish line management will be provided by Tuxedo Brothers - www.tuxbro.com
FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information call (317) 925-8231 or Toll Free (800) 809-3366, or visit our Web site: www.crownhill.org Crown Hill is located at 700 West 38th Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208.
Race Results
Race results will be available at the awards ceremonies and on-line at www.tuxbro.com later on race day.
Location and Parking
The race-day entrance to Crown Hill Cemetery is at 700 West 38th Street and is located off of 38th Street and Clarendon Road. (Clarendon Road is the first stop light east of Michigan Road/Dr. MLK Jr. Street, or the fourth stop light west of Meridian Street.) Parking is available behind the Mausoleum and in the Funeral Home parking lot on a first-come basis. Additional parking will be available on Clarendon Road north of the cemetery entrance.
WITH SPECIAL THANKS TO: Brebeuf Cross Country Team Crown Hill Cemetery Crown Hill Heritage Foundation
Indy Runners Dr. John C. Klein Pike High School JROTC
