As the year draws to a close, we at the Reindeer Fun Run want to take the time to thank you for everything you did to make the 7th annual Reindeer Fun Run possible.  Runners from all over the Sandhills and beyond say the RFR is their favorite race and comment on how organized and fun the event is, and each year the number of registrants grows.  All of this would not be possible if it weren’t for you, our volunteers, who gave time, energy, and effort every step of the way.  Thank you for being there from start to finish and way after the last runners finished their cool downs, you all are fantastic!  Special thanks goes out to the following:

Jae Kim and the Police, Fire, and Public Works Department for the Town of Aberdeen – this crew helped get the town of Aberdeen ready for the Reindeer Fun Run and helped to ensure runner safety

Robert, Matt, and Michael of the US Air Force – they provided heavy lifting and manual labor

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Route
Both the 5k & 10k are fantastic with rolling hills and beautiful views. Our favorite is the long downhill finish into downtown Aberdeen.

Safety
The Aberdeen Police and Fire Departments have volunteered to station themselves at nearly every single street crossing.  We’re hoping we can get them all to wear antlers!

Town Participation
The Town of Aberdeen is a full sponsor and actively participating in all aspects of the event, from parking and packet pick-up, to the After Party.

Tailgating/Sponsor Tents
We’re working on it!

After Party
With the ability to have streets closed, the Kids Zone can be even bigger.  And for the grown-ups, look forward to a new Adult Zone too!

Weather
If it is cold outside before or after the race, look for the Aberdeen Merchants Guild hospitality tents to help keep you warm.

Surprises
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Online registration will begin the first week of August, with the launch of an improved website. Keep checking back for more info, and make sure to become a fan of the Reindeer Fun Run on Facebook.

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