1) Your Daily Training Diet
You’ve committed to running a 5K or 12K, and you’ve got your training plan in place. But how much attention have you given to your nutrition? Can you run a race on Cheetos or french fries? Probably. But you won’t perform as well, and you definitely won’t feel as good as if you had followed a good training diet. If you need specific help getting started, visit our nut...
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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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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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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.
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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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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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First Friday Southern Pines
The Reindeer Fun Run crew will be slinging drinks at First Friday. Come on out for the final show of the season with Cody ChestnuTT.
Universally hailed as a thrilling new figure in music for his edgy, lo-fi debut, The Headphone Masterpiece, back in 2002, Cody ChesnuTT is a soul troubadour whose frank, socially conscious ruminations on life continue to challenge popular notions of what modern s...
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12k Finisher Medals!
The medals have arrived! Can't wait to start handing them out to all our 12k finishers next Saturday! Looks like it will be a record turn out!
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Reindeer spotted in Southern Pines
As many will remember, several months ago a reindeer was spotted in Pinehurst, North Carolina. It appears that same reindeer has now made his way across town to Southern Pines. While it could be part of a larger heard, the flashy red sneakers do most likely mean this is the same one photographed by a golfer earlier in the year.
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A gift to our community
Santa’s Reindeer fly through the sky bringing presents to good children. On December 7th participants in the 7th Annual Reindeer Fun Run will be giving a gift to our community.
Proceeds from the Reindeer Fun Run are invested in the youth of our community. 100% of donations made after Nov 1st are given to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Sandhills. Over the past seven years, over $117,00...
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Woodlake Triathlon Terminated
One of the great local athletic events, the Woodlake Triathlon, is at an end. It is sad to see an event that did so much to promote a community has been ended because of that very same community. We received this notification yesterday...
IT IS WITH GREAT SADNESS THAT WE HAVE TO TELL YOU THAT THE WOODLAKE TRIATHLON HAS BEEN TERMINATED. WE, THE COMMITTEE, HAVE BEEN INFORMED BY WOODLAKE MANAGE...
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Thanks to Carolina Snapshot!
We are so excited to have Carolina Snapshot as a sponsor for the Reindeer Fun Run in 2012! Carolina Snapshot specializes in sports photography and not only are they sponsoring the Reindeer Fun Run this year, they will be taking pictures during all the races. After the event make sure to check out your pictures at www.carolinasnapshot.com.
We are so happy to have Carolina Snapshot this year! Tha...
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Big thanks to Kate’s Events!
Kate’s Events has been a sponsor and volunteer for the Reindeer Fun Run since 2007! Kate’s Events pretty much started when the Reindeer Fun Run did – and it’s been a great ride! Kate’s Events’ charity division founded and organizes the Reindeer Fun Run each year. In addition to that, Kate’s Events does event planning and corporate gifts for organizations like Trident Marketing and Veterans Airlift...
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Thank you Rita’s Ice Custard!
Rita’s Ice Custard is more than an average ice cream shop and once you visit you’ll be coming back for more! Rita’s slogan, “Ice Custard Happiness” is definitely appropriate when describing the delicious menu items available. With a helpful staff, Rita’s Ice Custard values their guests and they work hard to make sure everyone gets the best custard around!
We are so thankful to have Rita’s Ice C...
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Thanks to Dicks Sporting Goods!
Dicks Sporting Goods is your go-to location for everything active. Whether you’re looking for a winter outdoor jacket, running gear or sport accessories for your child’s sports team – Dicks is your one-stop shop for high quality and name brand items!
Dicks Sporting Goods is new to Moore County, but they have immediately gotten involved in the community. We are pumped to have Dicks Sporting Good...
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Big thanks to The Sly Fox!
The Sly Fox is more than just a great brewery; they are the perfect restaurant for lunch and dinner. Offering some delicious menu items, The Sly Fox is great for business meetings, family outings or just a place to catch up with friends.
Not only is The Sly Fox a sponsor for the Reindeer Fun Run, they are also involved with First Friday, which is such a fun event in the area. We are so grateful...
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Thank you PineStraw Magazine!
PineStraw Magazine has sponsored the Reindeer Fun Run since 2010 – year after year, it’s great to see PineStraw Magazine back again! If you’ve never heard of PineStraw Magazine you need to check them out. Part of The Pilot, PineStraw Magazine is THE place to find out what’s happening in Moore County.
Make sure you check out the magazine, http://www.pinestrawmag.com/ and get up to date on everyt...
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Thanks to Sayer Photography!
Sayer Photography has been a Reindeer Fun Run sponsor since 2007 and we are so happy to have them involved year after year! Tim Sayer started Sayer Photography in 2004 and his studio provides high-end portraits and wedding photography. It’s not just your average photography either – Tim is extremely talented, offering some exciting options to make his photography really pop and turn into something...
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Thank you Page Furniture!
Page Furniture is the perfect place to shop for antiques, artwork, oriental rugs and estate furniture. We are pumped to have them as a Reindeer Fun Run sponsor for 2012!
Page Furniture has a 12,000 square foot showroom full of beautiful and unique items – whether you’re looking for chests, dining room tables or chairs, you can find something great at Page Furniture.
Thank you again Page Furn...
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Thanks to Bradford Wealth Management!
Bradford Wealth Management is a supporter of various local, charitable organizations AND another great sponsor of the Reindeer Fun Run this year. Bradford Wealth Management is a holistic wealth management and financial planning company, offering knowledgeable information on various areas of financial planning and management to clients across the country.
Bradford Wealth Management focuses its c...
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Thank you Watch My Wag!
Watch My Wag is a Reindeer Fun Run sponsor this year and we are so excited to have them on board! Watch My Wag is Moore County’s only behavior center and eco-friendly indoor kennel boarding, day play, grooming and training. Pretty much anything you need for your pet, Watch My Wag is your go-to place!
In addition to being a sponsor, Watch My Wag is helping with our pet bandanas. If you are plann...
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Big thanks to Sport Clips!
We are so excited that Sport Clips in Southern Pines is a sponsor this year! You’ve probably
heard of Sport Clips – they provide quality haircuts and hair care for men and boys. This Sport
Clips in Southern Pines has great stylists who are up to date on all the latest hairstyles AND they
have flat screens playing sports at every barber station, plus a flat screen in the lobby. Come in, relax an...
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Thank you Mellow Mushroom!
Mellow Mushroom is your place for great pizza, hoagies, calzones and soft pretzel appetizers!
Mellow Mushroom came to the Sandhills area in 2011 and got involved in the community
immediately. We were so excited to have them as a sponsor in 2011 and are so happy to have
Mellow Mushroom back again this year!
Make sure to check out the Mellow Mushrooms Bake Bus on race day for pizza and soft pr...
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Thanks to Andy Bleggi Agency!
Andy Bleggi Agency has sponsored the Reindeer Fun Run for the last two years. Andy Bleggi is a board member of the Boys & Girls Club of the Sandhills so when he saw the chance to sponsor this event benefiting the club, he jumped on! And we are so excited to have him as a part of the event, helping make it better each year.
If you’re looking for insurance coverage that’s right for you, conta...
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Thank you Panera Bread!
Thank you Panera Bread!
Panera Bread has been a Reindeer Fun Run sponsor since 2010 – that first year Panera Bread provided bagels and coffee to all the runners! What’s better than hot coffee and a bagel when you finish a run? We are very excited to have Panera as a sponsor again this year!
Panera Bread in Aberdeen serves the community in many ways – through events like this that benef...
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