10th Annual Steve Haydu Lo-Tide Run - Saturday, March 15th

Lace up those sneakers and head to your favorite running spot on Pleasure Island, whether that's the beach, the trails in the State Park, or the streets of your neighborhood...it's time to get training for the Lo-Tide Run!

This event is a local favorite, and one that draws participants from near and far, to join the sea of people running for a great cause on the streets and sand of Carolina Beach. Proceeds go to help people in the area who are battling cancer are in financial need.

Everyone from serious runners to casual joggers to walkers and even mosey-ers is right at home in the Lo Tide Run.

The Details:

Saturday, March 15, 2014

100 Cape Fear Blvd (Gazebo at the Boardwalk) in Carolina Beach, NC

Race Day Schedule

7:00 AM - Registration

(Beat the rush and pre-register and pick up your race packet early on Friday, March 14th from 11 am - 7 pm at Omega Sports in Hanover Center. 3501 Oleander Dr, Wilmington, NC.)

8:00 AM - Start of 10K Run

8:30 AM - Start of 5K Run

10:45 (Approx) - Awards Ceremony

Entry Fees

10k Run or 5K Run/Walk: $30 by 03/01

10K Run or 5K Run/Walk: $35 after 03/01

Day of Race: $40

$5 discount for students and military

Lo Tide t-shirt guaranteed to only pre-registrants

Head to http://lotiderun.org/ to register today!

Healthy Living on Pleasure Island

Pleasure Island, NC may be known for those world famous donuts, but don't let that fool you - this beautiful island is the perfect place to maintain a healthy lifestyle!

Eat Right

The towns Carolina Beach, NC & Kure Beach, NC offer many places to fuel a healthy diet, whether you prefer to cook it yourself or eat out. All of the markets and grocery stores on the island have lots of good for you options, but health conscious shoppers might also want to check out:

•  The Carolina Beach Farmers Market held each Saturday during the summer at the Carolina Beach Lake from 8 am - 1 pm.
• The Open Air Market at Kure Beach Ocean Front Park held Tuesday mornings from 8 am - 1 pm
• Island Wellness Market at 1140 N Lake Park Blvd, Suite G in Carolina Beach
• The Veggie Wagon at 608 S Lake Park Blvd in Carolina Beach

The options are just as varied when it comes to Pleasure Island Restaurants offering healthy selections. Steamed seafood is a great choice for many diets, and fresh fish and shellfish from the waters just off the island is plentiful. Find a wide variety at the Shuckin' Shack, Michael's Seafood, Nikki's Sushi, the Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, or Surf House.

Stay Active

The gorgeous NC beaches offer plenty of ways to stay fit - whether you prefer to swim, surf, stand up paddleboard, kayak, or kite surf. Even a walk or jog along the water's edge is a great way to get moving. When you venture off the sand the options continue...

Runners love Pleasure Island for the scenery and variety - run on the road, beach, or on trails in the Carolina Beach state park (which are also great for hiking). The popular Lo Tide Run brings thousands of runners to the island, everyone from beginners to elite runners, each year for this wildly popular event held in March. In addition to the Lo Tide several other races are held on Pleasure Island each year ranging from 1 mile fun runs to triathlons.

Other popular activities include biking (either for exercise or just as a way to get from place to place,) yoga, tennis, basketball, beach volleyball, skateboarding, soccer, frisbee golf, baseball & softball, and much more! And of course, once you've worked up a sweat at your favorite sport that's just the excuse you need to go grab one of those mouth watering donuts!

To learn more about how you can live a healthy lifestyle on Pleasure Island, whether you're a local or vacationing here, check out http://www.pleasureislandnc.org/

Double Sprint Triathalon - June 15th

Step Up for Soldiers has partnered with the Kure Beach Fire Department to host a Double Sprint Triathlon in Kure Beach on Saturday, June 15th. The format of a double sprint triathlon consists of a 375M swim, 1.5Mi run, 20K cycle, 1.5Mi run, and another 375M swim. The cost to participate is $55 if registered by April 10th, $65 if registered between April 11th and May 31st and $75 the day of the event. There is a $10 discount for Veterans, Military, Police or Fire personnel.

Registration can be done online at http://its-go-time.com/kure-beach-double-sprint-tri-june-15. Additional information for this event can be found at the above link or by visiting www.townofkurebeach.org. Challenge yourself & sign up for this fun event and "Step Up" for a good cause!

 

2013 5K Race for the Planet - Sunday, April 21

Pick up the pace for the greenest race around. Join seasoned runners, first-time racers and families for the 5th annual 5K Race for the Planet on Sunday, April 21 at the N.C. Aquarium at Fort Fisher. Lace up for the festive fun and celebrate Earth Day one day early.

A scenic course, organic t-shirts for the first 300 runners and free Aquarium admission on race day for registered participants adds pep to the step, whether walking or running. Overall and age group winners receive eco-friendly awards.

The Aquarium’s goal for the race is to plant the seed for eco-conscious living and raise funds for the Aquarium's educational programs and green initiatives. Count on the Aquarium to walk the talk by reducing race waste as much as possible.

The 5K Race for the Planet starts and ends at the Aquarium. The flat, mostly asphalt course runs through scenic Fort Fisher with impressive views of the ocean, maritime forest and historic Fort Fisher Civil War site. The course is USATF certified.

The race begins at 8 a.m. To register online visit www.ncaquariums.com/fort-fisher or call 910.458.7468. Walk-up registration begins at 7 a.m. on race day. Early registration is $25; $30 after April 12.

8th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Day LoTideRun - March 17, 2012

Photo from LoTideRun.org

The 8th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Day LoTideRun will be held Saturday, March 17, 2012 beginning at 8:45 am in Carolina Beach, NC. The proceeds will be given to one or more cancer patients and families. This is the 8th year of the race to benefit local recipients who are fighting cancer and have no insurance. We have grown from 157 runners in 2005 to nearly 1400 runners in 2009. Our race had become a favorite of serious runners as well as those just out to have a good time and support a great cause. This is a wonderful opportunity to show your support for our community.

The 8th Annual Steve Haydu St. Patrick’s Lo Tide Run has added a new element to its already great tradition of a great time for a great cause – an After Party Event for the whole family. This year there will be arts and crafts vendors, food vendors, and alcohol at the Carolina Beach Gazebo area from 8am-7pm. Edge Entertainment’s DJ Mike Worley will be playing your favorite music from 8am until 12:30pm. At 1pm the event is turned into a ticketed event featuring a mixture of live music from some great local musicians, a family fun Zone operated by Island Drop-n-Play with activities supplied by the Boardwalk Makeover, and lots of surprises.

The Live Music line-up has a mixture of Irish bands and music that will get you dancing and in the festive St.
Patty’s Day mood. The Malones and the Blarney Broughs will fill you with Irish pride by playing their versions of Irish classics, and maybe some of their own Irish jigs. Root Soul Project and Mark Roberts and the Breeze will play a wide assortment of cover tunes from your favorite artists from yesterday and today.

This is an event that you don’t want to miss. Race registrants can purchase discounted After Party Event tickets at www.lotiderun.org for $7 each (with no limit on quantity) when they register for the race. If you are not planning on racing you can purchase tickets for the After Party Event and still help out a great cause and have a great time by going to www.lotide.eventbrite.com for $10 each, and $5 for children under 12. $3 Domestic 16oz cans & Draught beer and $3 6oz wine. There are a limited number of tickets available and tickets will be $15 at the door, so get them quick and help to support a great cause & have a great time.

More information at www.lotiderun.org or by calling 330-417-0144.