Thank you for joining us in the race against childhood cancer! Over 2,000 people and 80 teams came together to raise a record breaking $175,000!
Click here to see the results of all of the 5k/10k participants from Saturday!
Check out photos from this year's event!
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Harriet Island Regional Park
St. Paul, Minnesota
10K Run
5K Run
5K Walk
1K Kids' Fun Run
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If you would prefer to donate to a participant via check, please make checks payable to:
Children's Cancer Research Fund
and mail to:
Children's Cancer Research Fund - Time to Fly
7801 East Bush Lake Road, Suite 130
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Memo Field: Include the name of the participant that you are supporting
Time to Fly - Saturday, June 27, 2009
Bring your family and friends to the 7th annual Time to Fly™ Walk/Run, and help move us one step closer to a world free of childhood cancer. This event features something for everyone: from the recreational walker, to the competitive runner, to people of all ages who simply like to get out and exercise for a good cause. All proceeds benefit Children’s Cancer Research Fund.
Fun for the Entire Family
Time to Fly festivities include a family entertainment area, live music, a wonderful post-race spread, technical shirts and race bags for all walkers and runners. And, with its picturesque backdrop of the Mississippi River and downtown St. Paul, Harriet Island Regional Park offers one of the most scenic, certified courses in the Twin Cities. Get ready for a fun-filled and inspiring morning!
Make a Difference in Kids' Lives
Children’s Cancer Research Fund has a focused and clearly defined goal — to eradicate childhood cancer. Our funds enable the University of Minnesota Masonic Cancer Center, a leading pediatric cancer research facility, to continue its pioneering efforts in the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and cure of childhood cancers. Many discoveries funded by Children’s Cancer Research Fund have revolutionized the way childhood cancer is treated worldwide. Since its inception, Time to Fly has raised more than $400,000 for these efforts. Through support of events such as Time to Fly, we can continue to make medical history and, most importantly, help children lead healthy, happy lives.
Schedule of Events
| 6:30 a.m. | Registration begins* |
| 7:30 a.m. | 10K Run (chip-timed) |
| 8:30 a.m. | 5K Run (chip-timed) |
| 8:45 a.m. | 10K Awards (Pavilion) |
| 9:15 a.m. | 5K Awards (Pavilion) |
| 9:30 a.m. | 1K Kids’ Fun Run |
| 10:00 a.m. | 5K Walk |
| 11:30 a.m. | Team and Fundraising Awards (Pavilion) |
| 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | Post-race picnic presented by Major’s Sports Café ($3 per person) |
All event participants are welcome to enjoy this delicious meal and celebrate with their teammates, family and friends the fundraising and athletic success of the morning!
All race festivities including inflatables, face painting, games and more will continue through the end of the picnic. Plenty to keep kids busy and parents happy!
*Registration ends 15 minutes before the start of each event.
* Download a visual layout of the event.
* Click here to see a race course map.
Registration Information
| Through June 21 | Race Day Registration | |
| 10K | $25 | $30 |
| 5K Run | $23 | $28 |
| 5K Walk | $23 | $28 |
| 1K Kids' Fun Run | $11 | $13 |
Four Easy Ways to Register
1. Register Online (no additional cost). Online registration closes Sunday, June 21, 2009 at 11:59 p.m.
2. In person at any Twin Cities Running Room location starting March 2009. For store hours and locations, visit www.runningroom.com. Early race bag pick-up will be available at the Uptown Running Room (2801 Hennepin Avenue South, Mpls) on Thursday, June 25 from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. and at the Grand Avenue Running Room (1068 Grand Ave, St. Paul) on Friday, June 26 from 12:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
3. By mailing paper registration form by Friday, June 19, 2009 (will be available in February).
4. On event day, Saturday, June 27, 2009, starting at 6:30 a.m.
Awards
Prizes awarded to the top three male and female finishers in each of eight age categories for the 5K and 10K runs, as well as to the top individual fundraiser (Beth Shultis Memorial Award) and top team fundraiser. The top overall male and female finishers in the 10K and 5K run events will each be awarded a pair of round trip tickets on Delta Air Lines. Restrictions apply.
Team Challenge*
Make a bigger impact by forming a team (6 people min.) and competing in the following categories:
• Most Funds Raised – Corporate Team
• Most Funds Raised – Community/Family Team
• Most Participants
* Download the TEAM CAPTAIN PACKET for all the complete event information and helpful team and fundraising tips.
* Download a pledge sheet.
Course Map
Click to see a complete map of the Time to Fly Course
Finding Harriet Island Regional Park
Harriet Island Regional Park is conveniently located across the river from downtown St. Paul and is a quick 20- to 30-minute drive from Minneapolis and neighboring suburbs.
From the West: Take I-94E to Kellogg Blvd exit. Take Kellogg into downtown St. Paul to Wabasha St. Turn right (south) onto Wabasha and cross the river to Plato Blvd. Go right (west) on Plato and watch for the Time to Fly signs and Harriet Island Regional Park.
From the North: Take I-35E S, exit at Kellogg Blvd. Turn left (south) and follow directions above to Wabasha St. and Harriet Island Regional Park.
From the South: Take I-35E N, exit at Kellogg Blvd. Turn right (south) and follow directions above to Wabasha St. and Harriet Island Regional Park.
From the East: Take I-94W to the Kellogg/Mound exit. Turn left on Kellogg and take it into downtown St. Paul to Wabasha St. Turn left (south) on Wabasha and cross the river to Plato Blvd. Go right (west) on Plato and watch for the Time to Fly signs and Harriet Island Regional Park.
Parking
Ample free parking is available within walking distance to the event site. Click here for parking locations. Contact jstone@childrenscancer.org or call 952-224-8497 for more information. .
Time to Fly Pledge Program
Ask your friends, family, employer, co-workers, neighbors and business associates to sponsor you in this event with a tax-deductible pledge. Your fundraising efforts will move us one step closer to victory in the battle against childhood cancer.
Three Easy Ways to Raise Pledges
1. Create an online pledge campaign at ccrftimetofly.com.
2. Download a pledge form at ccrftimetofly.com.
3. Solicit a corporate match from your employer.
Individual Pledge Prizes
| $ Raised | Prize |
| $4,000+ | $200 gift card |
| $2,000 | $100 gift card |
| $1,000 | $50 gift card |
| $500 | $25 gift card |
To qualify for a prize, money must be received by June 27, 2009. Prizes are not cumulative. Gift card will be mailed after the event.
Event Sponsors
A special thanks to loyal Children's Cancer Research Fund supporters for their personal sponsorship:
- Kay and Glen Christianson
- Deb and Mark Nesbit
Time to Fly Video
