Upcoming Race – 1 in 8k Moore for the Cure | 8k, 1k
Join us for the 1 in 8k, Saturday, September 7 at 8:00 am. The main race is an 8k, and there is also a 1k fun run for those who wish to participate at a shorter distance. The 8k distance was decided as statistics show that 1 out of every 8 women will develop breast cancer at some time in their lives.
By participating in this event, you can help change that statistic! All proceeds go to the Triangle to the Coast Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure, bringing funds and attention to breast cancer awareness, screening, and research. Every year, our local Susan G. Komen affiliate awards over $1 million in grants to local agencies for breast cancer education and screening. Last year, a generous grant was awarded to FirstHealth of the Carolinas, in partnership with the Moore Free Care Clinic and Pinehurst Radiology, to help provide mammograms and treatment to underprivileged women in Moore County.
Race Information
The 1 in 8k is the first featured event of the Fall Series. The race will start and finish in the Village of Pinehurst, with the course taking you through the historic Village, as well as the scenic trail system within Rassie Wicker Park and the Village Arboretum.. Use the address for the Given Memorial Library if you need help finding your way on the drive there: 150 Cherokee Rd, Pinehurst, NC 28374.
The 8k race will start at at 8:00 am, with the 1k fun run following around 10:30 am. Packets can be picked up early Friday, September 6, at the Carolina Hotel in Pinehurst from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm, but can also be picked up the morning of the event.
Tips from SRS
- There are 2 ways to register: online at active.com or with a printable, mail-in registration form found here. Registration is $25. With printed forms, please include payment only in the form of a check, and mail to:
1 in 8k Moore for the Cure
30 Memorial Drive
Pinehurst, NC 28374 - Use promo code EARLY8K on active.com for a 10% discount if you choose to register online!!!
- Online registration closes Thursday, September 5th. Printed registration forms can be turned in up to the morning of the race. As always, register early to secure a t-shirt!
- The race will include both paved and trail terrain. Check out the course map here.
- Kids, strollers, and dogs are all welcome. (Please keep dogs leashed!)
- Breast cancer survivors are especially invited to participate! It will be our honor to run amongst you. 🙂
Join us for this event and support a very worthy cause! A live band, House Call, will be playing the morning of the race and for your enjoyment after all of the action is over, so stick around for some post-race entertainment! For more info about the 1 in 8k, visit their website.