Hospital Affiliation
Friends of AirLife Memorial 5K/10K
15th Annual AIRLIFE Memorial 5K/ 10K Run - 5K Walk and EMS Celebration
Sunday, May 20, 2012 | 7:00am - 2:00pm
- Registration and Fees
- 5K/ 10K Run/ 5K Walk
- Kids Fun Run/ Events
- Fire/ EMS Vehicle Display
- Volleyball Tournament
- Event Schedule
- Proceeds
- Directions
- Volunteer Opportunities
- Race Results
- Contact Information
- Sponsorship/Donations
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I bring a stroller on my race with me?
A: YES, strollers are welcome on the race course. Just give yourself adequate space!
Q: Can I bring my pet(s) to the event?
A: NO, pets are not allowed on the grounds at Hudson Gardens & Event Center. Visit their website for more information.
Q: Will food/beverages be available for purchase at this event?
A: YES, concessions will be available, as well as many free product samples from our sponsors/vendors.
Q: Can I bring food/beverages to this event?
A: YES. However, alcohol and any glass items will not be permitted. Beer concessions will be available for sale during the event.
Q: Where can I park?
A: Parking will be available at the main entrance and the south entrance to Hudson Gardens & Events Center. Additional parking is available just across Santa Fe Blvd. on the Arapahoe Community College campus.
If you have additional questions or need more information, please call the Run Line at 303.338.7360.
Friends of AIRLIFE is currently accepting sponsors for the 2012 event.
Click Here for our Sponsorship Packet.
Registration and Fees
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Online registration opens
12:00am MDT on 2/1/2012
Online registration closes
12:00pm MDT on 5/18/2012
On site registration will be available at the event beginning at 7:00am
Race Management by:
Age Brackets
- Adults | ages 18 and older
- Child | ages 11-17
- Kids | ages 10 and under are FREE (shirt not included)
Pre-Race Registration Fees:
(through 5/18 at Midnight MDT)
(Fees include 2012 AIRLIFE Memorial Run Long-Sleeved T-Shirt)
- Adult Run/ Walk = $30.00
- Child Run/ Walk = $15.00
- Race-Day Registration Fees:
- Adult Run/ Walk = $35.00
- Child Run/ Walk = $17.50
- Kids Fun Run = FREE (ages 10 and under )
5K/ 10K Run/ 5K Walk
This event is held to benefit the Friends of AIRLIFE Organization and takes place at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center in Littleton, Colorado (Dogs are not allowed in the park). The event honors all of our everyday EMS heroes and commemorates the AIRLIFE helicopter crash and related car accidents that occurred on December 14, 1997, in Littleton. The event begins with the release of white doves and the start of the 5K and 10K Run and 5K Walk through Hudson Gardens, along the South Platte River then on to the Mary Carter Greenway Trail and then completes again in Hudson Gardens. An awards ceremony will take place at 10:00am and medals for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall will be given to the top male and female participants in each event: 5K Walk, 5K Run, 10K Run. Additionally, a 1st place medal will be awarded to the top male and female participants in the EMS and Masters (40+) race categories, respectively. You can find more information about the Mary Carter Greenway Trail by visiting the South Suburban Parks and Recreation website.
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Kids Fun Run/ Events
The FREE Kids Fun Run around the Hudson Gardens pond starts at 9:30 a.m. for kids 10 and under. You can register kids on race morning near the starting line inside Hudson Gardens (registration does not include t-shirt). Many of the sponsors are planning additional activities especially for kids including: An EMS obstacle challenge, climbing wall, inflatable slide, Professional sports team mascots, smokehouse, face painting, pictures with EMS professionals, and free refreshments.
Fire/ EMS Vehicle Display
An EMS vehicle display "Muster" will take place throughout the day, featuring vehicles from Fire, Police, and EMS agencies throughout Colorado. Visitors can talk directly with Emergency Medical Services professionals and tour police cars, antique and technologically advanced fire trucks, ambulances, and the AIRLIFE helicopter.
EMS Volleyball Tournament
The volleyball tournament following the run is limited to 16 teams made up of Air Medical, EMS, Fire, Police and Hospital personel. Everyone is encouraged to stay and cheer on their favorite teams and spend some time relaxing in the sun and listening to music.
Download the Volleyball Registration Form
For for more information contact:
Teresa Zuber
303.338.7342
Event Schedule
- 7:00am - Registration and Parking
- 7:45am - Registration Ends
- 8:00am - 5K/ 10K Run Start (Runners Only)
- 8:05am - 5K Walk Start (Walkers Only)
- 9:30am - Kids Fun Run
- 10:00am - Awards Ceremony
- 10:30am - Volleyball Challenge
- 2:00pm - Event Closed
Proceeds
All Proceeds from the event go to the Friends of AIRLIFE Organization. The Friends of AIRLIFE Organization is a 501(c)3 non-profit group whose donations are used for ongoing care and maintenance of the AIRLIFE Memorial Park near the site of the helicopter crash, EMS education, the Jim Ulrich Silver Falcon EMS Award, and charitable assistance to families of EMS professionals who have lost their lives in the line of duty.
Directions
The event takes place at The Hudson Gardens & Event Center located at 6115 South Santa Fe Drive in Littleton, one-half mile south of Bowles Avenue, and three miles north of Interstate C-470. Located on the west side of Santa Fe Drive, The Gardens are across the street from Arapahoe Community College. Plenty of free parking! Remember, dogs are not allowed in Hudson Gardens.
Get directions on Google Maps here
Volunteer Oportunities
As with any big event, volunteers are greatly needed to make everything run smoothly. Volunteers are needed in several areas. The following is a list of times and available positions:
| Volunteer Duties | Time Commitment |
|---|---|
| Traffic Control | 6:00am -- 2:00pm |
| Registration | 6:30am -- 8:30am |
| Water Station Attendants | 6:30am -- 9:30am |
| Course Marshals | 7:00am -- 9:30am |
| Refreshments | 7:00am -- 9:30am |
| Finish Line Attendants | 7:30am -- 9:30am |
| T-shirt Station | 7:30am -- 10:00am |
| Kids Events | 10:00am -- 2:00pm |
All volunteers will receive a run t-shirt on race day.
We would love to have your support for the event and for your local EMS agencies. Volunteers can start registering now, so please start forming your volunteer team - or come on your own - and register here to get started!
Race Results/ Photos
Contact Information
Please contact us on the AIRLIFE MEMORIAL RUN LINE at 303.338.7360 for further assistance if needed.
Sponsorship Opportunities/ Donations
If you or your corporation would like information on how to become a Sponsor for this event:
Download our Sponsorship Packet
If you would like to make a tax deductible contribution to the Friends of AirLife Organization, click on the button below:
