On Saturday, April 16, 2011, come out and enjoy the beautiful weather and get some exercise at the annual Oak Island Lighthouse Run & Walk.
The Oak Island Lighthouse Run & Walk began 13 years ago when Clarence Willie, Chamber Board member, avid runner and retired Army Colonel suggested the Southport-Oak Island Area Chamber of Commerce organize a 10k run/walk. The Chamber Board appointed Clarence Willie the Chair and with great enthusiasm the first run was held on April 10,1999.
In 2006, The Oak Island Lighthouse Race under the leadership of Chairman Seth Robbins added the first 5k. This was a popular addition especially for those that didn’t want to tackle the G.V. Barbee Oak Island Bridge. The 5k Run & Walk begins at the Caswell Beach Town Hall sharing the 10k course out Caswell Beach Drive and ending at the N.C. Baptist Assembly @ Fort Caswell.
We strive to make this event safe, fun, and enjoyable for all fitness levels. We hope you agree, the Oak Island Lighthouse 5k & 10k courses showcase the best scenery on the North Carolina Coast and the East Coast. What other course can you see salt marshes, the Atlantic Ocean, wide beautiful beaches, ruins of a historic fort, and have a Lighthouse as a cheerleader – beckoning you to the finish?
The event begins at 8:30am and is expected to end at noon. For more information call 910-457-6964 or 800-457-6964.
This event is possible with the continued support and cooperation from the Wilmington Road Runners, N.C. Baptist Assembly @ Fort Caswell, Town of Oak Island, Town of Caswell Beach, Cape Fear Regional Jetport and Art @ 211 The Ricky Evans Gallery.