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GALLOPING GOBBLER RUN

November 18, 2009 The Waynedale News Staff 0 min read

November 26, 2009
8:30am
4-Miler
University of St. Francis
Hutzell Athletic Center
Fort Wayne, IN

Create a new family Thanksgiving tradition. Start from the campus of the University of St. Francis, then run approximately .5 mile to the entrance of the beautiful and historic Lindenwood Cemetery. Most of the race then takes place on the winding, wooded hills of the cemetery before exiting the cemetery and heading back to the start.

Chip Timing. Showers are available on campus; please bring your own towel.

Route: You may view the route on the USATF mapping service at: www.usatf.org/routes/view.asp?rID=9656 Email: For further information you may email: mitchvharper@gmail.com FortWayneGobbler.com

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