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Howell Nature Center Reveals Second Clue for 5K Mystery Mascot
Howell, Mi - August 1, 2013 -Registration is underway for the Howell Conference & Nature Center's Annual Save the Wildlife 5K Trail Run/Walk, presented by Citizen's Insurance and the Hanover Foundation. the event will be held on Saturday, September 21. Race Day Registration opens at 9:00 a.m. and the events-including a 5K trail run, 5K trail hike, and 1 mile Little Critter Walk--begin at a new time, 11 a.m. The awards ceremony will begin at 12:00 p.m.
This year's event will also feature a special "Nature Center Expo," with displays and hands-on activities representing the many educational, environmental, and adventure programs offered at the Nature Center.
In honor of the Nature Center's 50th Anniversary, we've chosen an extra-special Mystery Mascot for this year's run. For the past three years, this event's t-shirts have featured caricatures of Copper the Fox, Circe the Owl, and Dorsey the Porcupine. What resident of Wild Wonders Wildlife Park will be the next to join Woody the Groundhog and the other cartoon creatures created by JJ Jinkleheimer & Co?
Here's the second clue:
The course winds through the Howell Conference & Nature Center trails and roads over nearly 300 acres of private property. ChronoTrack chip timing will be provided by Race Services Company, and prizes will be presented at an awards ceremony at noon.
Athletes that register before 9 a.m. on September 19 will enjoy reduced registration fees:
$25 for the 5K trail run or walk
$15 for the 1 mile wildlife walk
$75 for teams/families of four
All fees include a t-shirt and entry into the Wild Wonders Wildlife Park and are non-refundable.
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Endorsed by the Michigan Fitness Foundation
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Register by September 15 to guarantee t-shirt size and availability. Dogs are not allowed and jogging strollers are only permitted on the 1 mile Little Critter Walk.
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About Wildlife Rehabilitation and Education at the Howell Conference & Nature Center
The Howell Nature Center's Wildlife Rehabilitation program celebrated 30 years in service to injured and orphaned animals in 2012. It is the largest and most comprehensive program of its kind in Michigan, and is recognized across the country for its specialization in raptors, or birds of prey. The Nature Center cares for 2,300 injured and orphaned animals every year, with the bulk of those intakes coming in May, June and July. If you find an injured or orphaned animal, please call our Wildlife Helpline at 517-548-5530. |
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About Howell Conference & Nature Center
Celebrating 50 years in 2013, the Howell Conference & Nature Center provides a comprehensive wildlife rehabilitation, environmental and outdoor education, and outdoor recreation facility to individuals and groups. Features of the 270-acre facility include: modern lodges, Wild Wonders Wildlife Park, Alexandria's Naturescape play area, the Nature Zone, miles of hiking trails, and much more. Owned and operated by the Presbytery of Detroit, the Howell Conference & Nature Center is a non-profit organization funded primarily through programs, private donations, and special events. Visit www.howellnaturecenter.org for more information.
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April Gasbarre
Marketing & Development Coordinator
aprilg@howellnaturecenter.org
734-474-2176
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