Charles E Davis Independence Run

A Maine Running Hall Of Fame Race The Charles E Davis Independence Run was elected into the Maine Running Hall Of Fame Class of 2024. This will mark the second year as a Maine Running Hall of Fame race. Sunday July 5 - 9 AM Start The Charles E Davis Independence Run is in its 57th year .There are 2 options (1 choice) - a 7 mile run or a 4 mile walk. The event will be on Sunday July 5 with a 9AM start time. A person can sign up here - much preferred - or register the day of the race between 7:15AM and 8:30AM at Shead HS, 89 High St., Eastport Maine,. Bib pick-up for all registrants is also at Shead High School between 7:15 and 8:30AM on July 5. All runners and walkers will be bused out to the respective start lines. The run starts in Perry at the junction of Route 1 and route 190 and ends in Eastport with the bulk of the race going along Route 190 - County Rd. The 4 mile walk starts on Carlow Island on Route 190 and continues on the same route as the run and ends in Eastport. THIS JUST IN!!! We are offering a $300 award to any male or female runner who can break the existing 7 mile time records. If more than one male or female runner breaks the record there will be only one award of $300 given – to each fastest male and female record breaking winner. The fastest times ever recorded are - male 36:27 by William Pike in 1982 and female 44:41 by Robin Emery in 1982. Although there have been slight variations of the course since 1970 the distance of 7 miles has been consistent - hence a faster time on the present course will garner the $300 reward. To receive the award the record breaker must stay for the award ceremony. The age groups will be in 10 year groups starting with below 18, 19-29 thru 70-79 with an 80+. Awards for the overall top 3 male and female and then only winners of age groups male and female. Only top walker will receive an award - one award. Any runner who is below the age of 18 will need a parent's permission. Bus Transportation will leave for the starting line from Shead HS at 8:40AM - if a runner or walker misses the bus they will be responsible for getting to the start lines on their own. PLEASE NOTE Financial help: If any registrant has difficulty meeting the payment requirements ($30/run - $20/walk) please email Phil at pkrajewski3@yahoo.com and some financial arrangement can be worked out. Financial insecurity WILL NOT be an impediment to participation. We will find a way for you to run or walk the race. Registration Fees Early Bird Registration (February 1 to May 1) - Run/$25 - Walk/$20Regular Registration ( April 11 to July 4) - Run/$30 - Walk/$20Day of Event Registration - (July 5) Run/$35 - Walk/$20 Donations - Please consider - Small donations made to the Charles E Davis Independence Run will help to keep this event afloat and viable in the future. We would be grateful for any monetary help. Donations++ Attention! With any donation of $50 - the donor will receive 1 Race T-shirt - $100 - 2 T-shirts (read above on quality of T-shirt) Any significant donations be it time, effort, in-kind, or monetary ($100+) can earn a sponsorship designation. Volunteering: Anyone wanting to volunteer (we always need volunteers) please email me - Phil Thank you - Phil Krajewski Race Director (pkrajewski3@yahoo.com)