By Darah Witherspoon
People celebrate Halloween differently. Some go trick-or-treating, some go to parties, and some people hand out candy to kids. This year, how about trying something new: running away from zombies.
On October 27, Consumer Credit Counseling Service will be hosting a 5K (3.1 miles) Zombie Run at Tanganyika Wildlife Park.
"Consumer Credit Counseling Service is a non-profit agency that councils people with financial issues," executive directer Mr. Jeff Witherspoon said.
The run is a benefit for Consumer Credit Counseling Service.
People can sign up to run in the race, to be a zombie, or to volunteer. Runners can expect obstacles and zombies throughout the course. The runners will be given a flag football belt before the race begins. The zombie’s objective is to pull as many of the flags from the runners as they can. The runner’s objective is to try and finish the race with as many flags as possible.
After the race, zombies and runners are invited to the after party at Tanganyika. There will be a DJ and three local bands. The after party goes from 12 PM – 5 PM.
Prizes will be given to the zombie with the best, oldest-looking, youngest-looking, and scariest costume. Runners will be eligible for prizes if they finish the race with at least one flag. The top three men and women in each age division will win prizes. The age divisions are 14-19, 20-29, 30-39, and 40+.
There is a $50 registration fee for the race. The registration fee will go up to $65 after October 12. The fee includes getting a t-shirt and medal, and admitting one to the after party. Zombies have to sign up, but do not have to pay a registration fee. However, zombies will have to pay to get into the after party.
The race is October 27. Registration begins at 11 AM .The first heat of the race will start at noon. Heats will run every 15-30 minutes. Awards will be given out 30 minutes after the last heat is finished.
