AIR at the 2009 River Road Resolution 5K
January 17, 2009 - Orange Park FL
Photos by Ed Hardee

Resolution 5K Logo The theme for this run is, as suggested by its name, to dedicate oneself to consistent training and performance improvement in the New Year.

A chilly morning, with temperatures in the mid-30s, was a challenge to the resolution of many runners who may have considered staying home where it was warm.

However, once the race was underway, the course was inspirational, following along the west bank of the beautiful St. Johns River.

A contingent from AIR (Amelia Island Runners) was there since they are a bunch of resolute runners who enjoy a quality event.

Unfortunately all our members, including Chief Photographer Ed Hardee, particapted in the 5K run so we have no action shots of runners on the course.

Ed did make it back to the start/finish area in time to get a photo of the Kid's Fun Run Finish.

Even then it was cool enough so the Fun-Runners stayed warmly dressed.

 Fun Run Finish
Kevin Ott
Those who had the new AIR Hooded Sweatshirts, put them to good use. Kevin Ott wore his throughout the race, sacrificing speed for warmth.
 Norm, Al, & Gary
The Striders provided some outdoor space heaters. Norm Wyner, Al Saffer, and Gary Ledman remained close to one of the units.
 Randy & Kathy
Kathy Murray was also wearing her AIR Sweatshirt, while Randy Arend was thinking that maybe he should get one too.
 Striderman
The new and improved Striderman was oblivious to the cold weather although he appeared to show symptoms of hypothermia.
Awards Ceremony
Finally it was time for the Awards Ceremony and our AIR runners took away quite a few.

Everyone resolved to do better next year.

Congratulations to all our AIR members who participated in the River Road Resolution 5K

River Road Resolution 5K Jan. 17, 2009 - Orange Park, FL

Randy Arend, 48, 19:41, 2nd place age group
Frank Frazier, 66, 24:26, 2nd place age group
Ed Hardee, 57, 31:39
Craig Harms, 58, 24:52
Nancy Harms, 14, 21:29, 2nd place age group
Susan Harms, 49, 25:13, 3rd place age group
Robin Hayter, 53, 26:28
Kathy Murray, 46, 23:44, 2nd place age group
Kevin Ott, 50, 32:27
Gayla Poythress, 41, 25:34
Al Saffer, 74, 32:39, 1st place age group
Elfrieda Wyner, 66, 24:59, 1st place age group
Norman Wyner, 75, 38:37



For complete race results, click on the link to 1st Place Sports.
A few errors were discovered at the Awards Ceremony and will be corrected in the online results as soon as possible.

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