What: A rare, really really rare, not since moses, chance to run and walk the bottom of the sea after it parts, right where 15 meters of water packed with flounder and bass flow a couple of hours before and after the event.
Where: Five Islands, Nova Scotia, two hours from Halifax. (view route)
When: Sunday, July 6th.
Start time is 9:30 am from shore. Finish for the 5K is at Moose Island and for the 10K is at Long Island (www.fiveislandsretreat.com). Boats return you to shore on high tide, around 2:30 pm.
Cost: $50 / includes t-shirt and boat ride and some nourishment on the islands.
Limit: 200 runners, first to register.
Lodging: Inns along the shore including in Parrsboro, 20 minutes away from the start. For help, contact Gemstow Bed & Breakfast (902-254-2924 or www3.ns.sympatico.ca/gemstow). Camping available nearby including Five Islands Provincial Park.
Other Stuff: We need volunteers so please name one when you register.
A homemade supper Saturday night ($10) in the fire house with a rock and roll dance band.
 

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