16 Aug 2017 Soaring Wings registration fees to increase Sept. 1

The Soaring Wings of Conway Half Marathon will mark its 10th anniversary on Saturday, Oct. 21. The race benefits Soaring Wings Ranch, a Christ-centered home for children needing a chance.

More than 18,000 have registered since 1997 for the event. The first half marathon in Conway soon became a must-do race for both local runners and those around the area. Since its inception, this event has allowed both walkers and runners to train harder, run farther and push their limits – all for a great cause.

Marla Watson and Amanda Castillo serve as race co-directors for the event, which begins and ends at the McGee Center in West Conway.

Prospective walkers and runners are encouraged to register before the price increases Friday, Sept. 1. The online half marathon registration fee is $65 and will increase to $75. The 10K registration fee is $35 & will increase to $40.

Amanda and Marla are asking participants to consider raising more money for Soaring Wings through the Winged Warrior program.

“Be brave by finishing your running goal and making every mile count even more for the children of Soaring Wings Ranch!” said Amanda. “You encourage them to be brave when you run as a Winged Warrior.”

A variety of prizes will be awarded to those raising funds for the ranch.

“Check out the new perks for your fundraising efforts,” said Marla. “Every level builds on the next, so the more you raise, the more perks you get. There is a free entry to the Soaring Wings race of your choice when you raise $300.”

At press time, the top five fundraisers were: Nathan Thomas, Janelle Gregerson-Varnell, Maranda Harris, Sharon Giblin and Jessica Rohlman.

To see the amount each has raised and learn more about the Winged Warrior program, visit swmarathon.com/fundraising.

Now is also a good time for individuals and groups to register as volunteers for this year’s event. “We need volunteers to start signing up!” urged Amanda.

For more information and to register, visit swhalf.com.