General News
28 June, 2023
Running on golden sands
Lots of beach antics for all age groups and fitness levels
MACKAY’s BeachRuns at Mission Beach return in July with a distance and category for everyone.
Cassowary Coast Multisport Club president Richard Blanchette said runners could be solo or in teams, with a 20km challenge for teams of up to four people.
“The Cassowary Coast Multisport Club is calling on businesses, clubs, fitness classes, groups of friends and families to form their teams and make this year the biggest yet for the relay challenge,” he said.
“BeachRuns also has a solo half marathon, run along the entire length of palm tree lined Mission Beach, Wongaling Beach and South Mission Beach, as well as a 10km and 5km event and a 1km dash for children.
“The 5km event is open to both runners and walkers. All participants can enjoy a sausage sizzle and, of course, bananas as part of their entry. The post-run event also includes prizes for winners and plenty of random draws. BeachRuns at Mission Beach is on Sunday, July 23 from 7am.”
The club was founded in 2013 and incorporated as a not-for-profit sporting organisation. Originally a BUG (Bicycle User Group), it was following a number of discussions runs and rides with people from across the Cassowary Coast that the club was formed.
