Logo for 10th Annual Reindeer Fun Run
We are excited to show off our 2016 Reindeer Fun Run logo. Celebrating our 10th year, this logo goes a little old-school, celebrating the Scottish heritage of our host city of Aberdeen, North Carolina.
(You can see all of our previous logos here)
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Happy 4th of July!
Our reindeer is hanging out in Washington D.C. for the big fireworks display. We will be in Pinehurst!
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What does it take to put on a race?
Have you ever wondered what it takes to put on a race? We created a Service Blueprint to help our volunteers know what to expect at the Reindeer Fun Run. We're sharing so anyone can see what happens behind the scenes.
Note--you will probably have to zoom :-)
Reindeer Fun Run Service Blueprint (pdf)
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Our Journey’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
The idea for Our Journey started in October when the Reindeer Fun Run posted on Facebook that they would have teams for this year’s race. We wanted to set up a team and enjoy the run together, but also to run for a reason. And so begins the story of Our Journey, a fundraising group started in honor of Owen Joseph Eilert.
Owen was born to our dear friends in the spring of 2015. An otherwise heal...
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Julian’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
I beat breast cancer after having surgery in 2014 when I was 37 years old. This past October I decided to train to run. I had never ran before and could not even run for one minute without total exhaustion. After training for 6 weeks, a friend told me about the Reindeer Run. I registered and it was my first run ever. At 38 years old I was really running! The Reindeer Run gave me the confiden...
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Veronica’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
Reindeer Fun Run 2007: A Perfect Day with My Mother
The Reindeer Fun Run is a very special race for me. Not only is it the most fun race ever, but it commemorates the last normal day I had with my mother before she passed away on December 22, 2007.
It was the first year of the run, held in Southern Pines. I knew mom didn't have much time left. The doctor gave her six weeks to live. We had ma...
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Team Sapper’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
If you've run the Reindeer Fun Run in the past couple years, you are sure to have noticed individuals running in gas masks--still wearing antlers. Here is a little bit about Team Sapper and the non-profit, Operation Enduring Warrior to share why they do what they do.
Shared from http://enduringwarrior.org/about/the-masked-athlete-team/
The Masked Athlete Team (MAT) are specially trained...
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Have questions? Let’s find the answer…
We are trying to make sure you have all the information you need. Please take a look at both FAQs and Race Day Information if you have any questions. If you can't find what you're looking for there, please Contact Us or post to our wall on Facebook.
Thanks!
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Super Reindeer
What's that up in the sky?
A bird?
A plane?
A reindeer?
Well, that makes sense actually, we all know reindeer fly on Christmas. But it isn't Christmas yet, and this guy seems to be pretty flashy! Plus, he's spending a lot of time circling Moore County. It must be the 2015 Reindeer Fun Run mascot--now his alter-ego. Finally, the photo of the deer going into a phone booth makes sense.
Announc...
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Signal over Murphy Insurance
We were out and about in Southern Pines, and saw this Gingerbread Man "signal" over Mike Murphy's Nationwide Insurance office. It looks like someone must need help! Sponsor Murphy Insurance is of course a resource for that, but what do you think the signal is all about?
[caption id="attachment_4829" align="alignnone" width="1024"] Gingerbread Man signal over Murphy Insurance[/caption]
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Reindeer at the Sly Fox
We just received a photo someone took while running past The Sly Fox last night. It appears to be our reindeer about to go into the old English phone booth. Interesting.
The Sly Fox has been a sponsor for years, so it is no wonder the reindeer is visiting, but we wonder what he's going to do in the phone booth? Call Santa? I guess we will have to wait and see...
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2014 Post-race information
Results!
Check our the official results at Precision Race.
Shirts
"Rein"checks for shirts will be redeemable starting December 20 at buyCalls, located at 164 NW Broad Street in Southern Pines, NC. buyCalls will be closed W-F the week of Christmas, but otherwise will be open during normal business hours.
Win something?
If you won an award and didn't pick up on race-day, you can also get th...
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Sayer Photos are Here!
The new photos are here! The new photos are here! This is the kind of spontaneous publicity - your name in print - that makes people!
http://sayerphotography.com/RedCart/index.php?gnum=166#7ee206
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Anne’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
I decided to take a shot at the 75-79 age group record in the 12k run, “The 12Ks of Christmas” on December 6, 2014 because it looked like a really fun event, with those in costumes making it feel festive and lively. I took a big chance on this one because I’m running the Dallas Marathon the following Sunday, December 14, with my son David and my Granddaughter Rachel, which will be our 9th three-ma...
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2014 Photos
Carolina Snapshots has posted photos of the 2014 Reindeer Fun Run. You can see them at http://www2.backprint.com/carolinasnapshot/129458 - enter you bib number and see all your photos!
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Runner Girl’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
Reindeer Fun Run 12K Recap
Shared with permission from Runner Girl
https://runnergirlinarockingworld.com/2014/12/07/reindeer-fun-run-12k-recap/
DECEMBER 7, 2014 / MELANIE @ RUNNERGIRLINAROCKINGWORLD
I was so excited about this race! Firstly, it’s a new race distance, a 12K (right at 7.45 miles) and we were all “dressing” up for this one in cute festive wear!
The Reindeer ...
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Tracy’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
Engaged at the finish line!
We would like to say a HUGE "CONGRATULATIONS" to Tracy Bakk and Jacob Poulliot, engaged at the finish line of Saturday's Reindeer Fun Run! We wish you years of happiness together! Here's a little note from the soon-to-be-bride....
"Jacob planned the engagement around my families visit from Minnesota. I saw the 5k a few weeks back and figured it would be a fun e...
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Reindeer Fun Run on Instagram
Make sure to check us out on Instagram @ http://instagram.com/reindeerfunrun. And make sure to tag us when you're at the race! @reindeerfunrun
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Dick’s Sporting Goods Coupons
Hey Reindeer Fun Runners - check out these exclusive discounts from Dick's Sporting Goods.
See below or click here
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12ks of Christmas
The 12ks of Christmas medals have arrived - and we are pumped! These are our favorite yet. Remember, the 12k is limited to 450 registrants, and we will hit that number, so please register now if you would like to take part, and claim one of these super-awesome finisher medals.
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Reindeer sighting
We just received this photo of a reindeer, presumably on his way to the 8th Annual Reindeer Fun Run. Geared up with his conductor's hat and scarf, this Reindeer looks ready to join the fun starting at Union Station in Aberdeen, NC.
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Reindeer Fun Run ads
Here are some of the fun ads for this year's Reindeer Fun Run. A special thanks to Sayer Photography for giving us great photos year after year.
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Scott’s Reindeer Fun Run Story
As I submitted my registration for the Reindeer Fun Run, I thought back over the past year, and how much things have changed for me since the 2013 Reindeer Fun Run. Compared to the obstacles and challenges that others have shared, my story seems rather trivial. But running has changed my life, so I’ll share that story here.
In September of 2013, I decided, on a whim, to start running, and to en...
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