DFD – Central Florida (The Villages) Nov 19, 2011 9:00 AM
Starting Location:
Central Florida, US
Location:
Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute 12109 CR 103 Oxford, FL 34484
Online Registration:
Brief Description:
It’s time Lace up your sneakers once again. Advanced Urology Specialists (formerly Central Florida Urology Specialists) and Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute have partnered with Zero-The Project to End Prostate Cancer to bring the Central Florida Dash for Dad back to the Villages area for the second straight year. The race will be held on Saturday, November 19, 2011. Nationwide, a man dies from the disease every 18 minutes. But there is hope – education about prostate cancer risk and early detection can save countless lives. All proceeds from the race will go to prostate research and free testing in the Central Florida area to those at risk. The race will take place at 9am.
Donate to This Race:
Make a donationDate:
November 19, 2011
Start Time:
9 am
Registration Fees:
- Chip Timed run/Walk Registration: $20 through November 12 $25 Nov 13 - Nov 18 $30 Day of Race (cash or check only)
Stroller Policy:
For safety reasons baby joggers, strollers, skates, bicycles and pets are not allowed on the race course. Headphones are discouraged.
Pet Policy:
Pets are not allowed on the race course.
Join a Team Today:
For more information contact DashforDad@AdvancedProstateCancerInstitute.com
Fundraising:
Round up your friends, co-workers, community groups, (club, church or association) or schools and start fundraising for the DASH FOR DAD 5K. Please visit DashForDad.org for more information and to create your own personal or team donation page.
Awards:
Awards will be given in the following categories: Top Male & Female overall, Top Masters Male & Female plus the top three males & females in the following age groups:14 & under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49,50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & over. All participants receive a long sleeve performance shirt and swag bag filled with goodies from area businesses.
Packet Pickup & Early Registration:
Register in person or pick up your Bib and T-Shirt.
- Thursday, November 17 (12PM – 4PM), Friday, November 18 (12PM – 4PM), Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute 12109 CR 103, Oxford, FL 34484-2967(352) 391-6494 x248
Race Day Registration:
- Registration the day of the event will begin at 8:00 as the race is scheduled to start at 9:00.
Picking Up for Your Friends & Family:
Course Map:
Download a Map of the 2011 DashForDad;Central Florida Course
Timing & Scoring:
Chip timing will be done using the new Ultra disposable bib tag chip system. This is a state of the art chip that sticks to the back of your race bib and is disposable, so no chip collection once you cross the finish line.
Hazardous Weather:
Rain or shine
Directions:
The packet pick-up location directions: If your coming from HWY 301 turn at the traffic light onto 466. Turn Left at the next traffic light onto CR 103. Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute is located about 1/4 mile on the right. If you're coming off of I-75, get off at the 301 exit, head north on 301 approximately 8 miles until you come to 466. Turn right at the traffic light. Turn Left at the next traffic light onto CR 103. Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute is located about 1/4 mile on the right.
Volunteers:
We are looking for volunteers to assist with registration, gear check, on course water, split timing, course marshals, and finish line food and water. All volunteers will receive an event shirt for coming out and volunteering. For more information or to sign up please visit our Web site at DashForDad.org or contact Colleen Clayton at 352-391-6494 x248
About Urology Practice:
Advanced Urology Specialists (formerly Central Florida Urology Specialists) offers complete urological care for both men and women using state of the art equipment and facilities. For patient convenience, the practice is affiliated with 8 hospitals including Citrus Memorial Hospital (Inverness), Florida Hospital Waterman (Tavares), Leesburg Regional Medical Center (Leesburg), Munroe Regional Medical Center (Ocala), Ocala Regional Medical Center (Ocala), The Villages Regional Hospital (The Villages) and West Marion Community Hospital (Ocala). The practice accepts Medicare and most major insurances. Emergency call is available 24 hours, 7 days a week. The practice group is backed by the state-of-the-art Advanced Prostate Cancer Institute—one of America’s largest urological cancer centers. At the Institute, prostate, kidney adrenal and other urological cancers are treated with the very latest technology.
About ZERO — The Project to End Prostate Cancer:
ZERO challenges the complacency of American men to change their attitudes about early detection as the solution for prostate cancer through awareness, outreach, advocacy and research. The Washington, DC metro area leads the country in prostate cancer death rates.
More About Prostate Cancer:
Nationwide, a man dies from the disease every 18 minutes. But there is hope—education about prostate cancer risk and access to screenings can save countless lives. All proceeds will go to prostate research and free screenings in the Washington, DC area to those at risk.
About the ZEROHOUR Newsletter:
The ZEROHOUR newsletter is the resource for the latest news regarding prostate cancer prevention, treatment and research. This free newsletter reaches 30,000 men and their families every week in an effort to help them stay healthy and guide them along their treatment and life with prostate cancer.
Local Sponsors:
Contact:
Contact: DashforDad@AdvancedProstateCancerInstitute.com
