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16TH RACE FOR THE RIBBON 5K RUN. (SS Summer Series #2) 17TH RACE FOR THE RIBBON 5K Run/Walk. (SS Summer Series #2)

June 2, 2024
Lewes, DE, 19958, US

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Join the Seashore Striders for one of the most popular 5k races in "the national Summer Capital" Rehoboth Beach.  The 16th Race for the Ribbon 5k.   The 2nd event in the popular Seashore Strider Championship Series, this year's 16th Race for the Ribbon 5k will be held "live" only.  The local 5k is a great event raising money every year for the terrible disease of Cancer...Over the last 15 years, under the leadership of the longtime great race organizer Stephanie Shuttleworth, the event raised thousands & thousands of dollars for so many families & children who have been affected by Cancer.   This event also remembers Nancy Hendershot, the mother of Stephanie who this event has honored as well since the very beginning.  Come join the Seashore Striders on their starting line.  We look forward to being your host!
 
 
 

RACE LOCATION

  • Location...Main Beach Parking Lot...North Side...Cape Henlopen State Park in Lewes.
     

 

RACE TIME

  • Time...7:30 am
                                                                                               

 

RACE REGISTRATION

  • $25.00 "EARLY BIRD" Race Registration through Sunday, May 26th at midnight
  • $30.00 "RACE WEEK" Race Registration through Saturday, June 1st at 10 pm
  • $35.00 "RACE DAY" Race Registration from 6:30 am - 7:20 am on site  
     
     
     

2 WAYS TO REGISTER FOR A SEASHORE STRIDER EVENT

  • ONLINE REGISTRATION through RUNSIGNUP here at this site."The easiest & most popular way to register for Seashore Strider events.
  • MAIL-IN REGISTRATION...form can be downloaded from seashorestriders.com on the Race for the Ribbon 5k race page.  Please fill out the form completely & neatly, double checking Age, Gender, Entry Fee Price (some events have different fees) & Event Choice.Mail completed paper registration to:
    • Seashore Striders; 9 Gander Lane, Lewes, DE. 19958
  • Please make sure entry arrives by Monday of Race Week to be guaranteed an event swag
    Make checks payable to “Seashore Striders” if using the Universal Entry Form                                                                                                    
     
     
     

TO BENEFIT

  • TBA
     

 

SPONSOR/HOST

  • Seashore Strider Event Production, Inc.
     
     
     

RACE COURSE

The 16th Race for the Ribbon 5k course is a flat & fast out & back course in beautiful Cape Henlopen State Park.
 

 

RACE TIMING

  • Timing will be done by the Seashore Strider Event Production team and will be using the Chronotrack B Chip system.  
     

 

RACE AMENITIES

  • Finish line produced by “Seashore Strider Event Production, Inc.,” Post-Race awards ceremony within 20 minutes following the final finisher, custom printed t's, custom awards and a great post-race celebration.
     
     
     

AWARDS

  • Awards will be presented to the Overall Male & Female Champions, Overall Male & Female Masters (40+ yrs.), as well as the top three (3) Male & Female finishers in the following 16 age categories:
    • 9 & under, 10-13, 14-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+
  • Awards will be presented within 20 minutes following the final runner crossing the finish
  • If you miss the awards ceremony you may pick up locally in Lewes at 9 Gander Lane, Lewes or if you are out of
AI Overview

The 16th and 17th Annual Races for the Ribbon 5K, part of the SS Summer Series #2, will take place on June 2nd, 2024, in Lewes, Delaware. This event celebrates its significant history by offering both a competitive 5K run and a more leisurely 5K walk, catering to a wide range of participants. As a long-standing fixture in the community, the Race for the Ribbon is known for its welcoming atmosphere and its role in supporting local initiatives. Participants can anticipate a scenic course through the charming town of Lewes, likely featuring a blend of paved roads and potentially some well-maintained park trails, offering a relatively flat terrain conducive to good times and enjoyable walking. The typical conditions in Lewes in early June are generally warm and pleasant, though runners and walkers should be prepared for potential humidity. The "Ribbon" in the title often signifies a cause or charity the race supports, making it a meaningful event beyond just the athletic challenge. This event provides an excellent opportunity to enjoy a summer morning run or walk while contributing to a good cause.

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