The Eglin Gate to Gate Memorial Day Run returned to the base Monday after a two-year hiatus because of COVID restrictions. About 800 runners and walkers turned out for event, which is now in its 35th year.
Mist hung on the ground as runners took off from the corner of Chinquapin Drive and Eglin Boulevard and followed a 4.4-mile course that wound around the eastern side of the base.
Many participants carried red carnations and stopped along the route at Eglin’s
All-Wars Memorial to place the carnations on a memorial, while volunteer Bill Fletcher played the bagpipes.
Following the race, there was an after-run party at Eglin’s Unity Park with free food and refreshments, as well as award presentations for top finishers in a variety of age categories.
The overall top finisher was Joe Niemiec, with a time of a little over 22 minutes.
This article originally appeared on Northwest Florida Daily News: Gate to Gate run is back at Eglin AFB for Memorial Day
The Eglin Gate to Gate Memorial Day Run returned to the base Monday after a two-year hiatus because of COVID restrictions. About 800 runners and walkers turned out for event, which is now in its 35th year.
Mist hung on the ground as runners took off from the corner of Chinquapin Drive and Eglin Boulevard and followed a 4.4-mile course that wound around the eastern side of the base.
Many participants carried red carnations and stopped along the route at Eglin’s
All-Wars Memorial to place the carnations on a memorial, while volunteer Bill Fletcher played the bagpipes.
Following the race, there was an after-run party at Eglin’s Unity Park with free food and refreshments, as well as award presentations for top finishers in a variety of age categories.
The overall top finisher was Joe Niemiec, with a time of a little over 22 minutes.
A runner carries the American flag during the 34th annual Gate-to-Gate Memorial Day Run May 27 at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. The run is held to honor and remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. More than 900 people participated in the Eglin tradition. (U.S. Air Force photo/Ilka Cole)
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- By Jared Williams
- May 2, 2022
🙌 Thanks to the sponsors
Eglin Federal Credit Union and Step One Automotive Group are sponsoring this year’s event!
After a two-year hiatus, the tradition returns with Eglin’s 35th Annual Gate to Gate Memorial Day Run/Walk!
- This year’s 4.4-mile event will take place on Monday, May 30 at 7 a.m. and is one of Northwest Florida’s greatest traditions.
Registration is open to the public now through Tuesday, May 24 for those who wish to participate as runners, walkers or wheelchair participants. All registered participants can enjoy a post-race party at Unity Park and a FREE kids’ race at 8:30 a.m.
Early registration is $35 and will be open through Monday, May 2. Late registration is $45 and will be open through Tuesday, May 24. Registration will be available on the day of the race for $55 from 5 to 6 a.m. for those with base access. Cash will not be accepted for registration at any point.
- For more information on race-day details and registration, go to www.eglinlife.com/gatetogate.
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