Local residents can help give World War II veterans an unforgettable day-trip to Washington D.C. by lacing on their running shoes for the second annual Annual Honor Run 5K fundraiser for Honor Flight Conyers on Sunday, November 10, 3 p.m. 

The mission of the Honor Flight is to fly America’s veterans to Washington, DC to visit those memorials dedicated to honor their sacrifices. Top priority is given to America’s most senior veterans-survivors of WWII- and any veterans with a terminal illness who wishes to visit their memorial.

This 3.1 mile course runs in and around Black Shoals Park, well marked, supervised course with water available on the course.  Veterans War Memorial Parks is located inside Black Shoals Park at 3001 Black Shoals Road, Conyers, Ga 30012. The race starts at 3pm but runners can begin picking up packets at 1:30pm. 

 Pre-registration is $20 and must be postmarked by 11/01/13, Registration after 11/01/13 and thru Race day $25.  T-shirts are guaranteed only for those that register by 11/01/13.  Participants may register online at http://beta.active.com/conyers-ga/running/2nd-annual-honor-run-5k-2013?keywords=na or contact erikaesellers@comcast.net for a mail in application.

For more information about sponsorships or volunteering, contact Erika Sellers at 770-833-0907