Kingwood Medical Center an HCA Affiliated Hospital Presents 17th Annual Bridge Fest | Lake Houston Family YMCA

Kingwood Medical Center and HCA Affiliated Hospital presents the 17th Annual Bridge Fest 2009.  The theme for Bridge Fest is the YMCA is Wild About Giving!  This event is put on by the Lake Houston Family YMCA located in Kingwood to benefit the Partners Campaign.  Also the race this year is in memory of Howie Ryan, Race Director from 1999-2008.

Event Sponsors

Kingwood Medical Center - An HCA Affiliated Hospital
Tejas Toyota | Tejas Scion
Wendy's
Observer Newspapers
Jeremy Williams of Keller Williams Realty
Amegy Bank
Edward Jones
Thornton Printers - Humble TX
Sports Clozet
Kingwood Personnel

Event

Bridge Fest began as a celebration of the opening of the Lake Houston Parkway Bridge, which links the communities of Kingwood, Atascocita and Humble.  A 5K (3.1 miles) race for runners, joggers and walkers of all abilities and ages.  Net proceeds benefit the Lake Houston Family YMCA Partners Campaign.

Date and Time

Saturday, February 7th 2009
7:45 am - 1/2 mile kids race, 6 & under
8:00 am - 1 mile kids race, 7 - 10
8:30 am - 1 mile kids race, 11 - 14
9:00 am - Bridge Fest 5K
10:00 am Awards Ceremony

Location

Start and finish at the Lake Houston Family YMCA, 2420 W. Lake Houston Pkwy. Kingwood TX 77339.

Course

The course is a fast accurately measured USTA certified TX 9800 4ETM, 5K with only one turn, starting at the YMCA.

A medical aid station will be set up at the start / finish area and there will be water aid stations set up after mile 1 & 2 on the course.

Times will be called at each mile marker for racers.  Race time and results coordinated by Ryan's Race Management.

Race Day Parking

The first 100 individuals and/or families to register will receive a parking pass to park at the Lake Houston Family YMCA (families will receive one parking pass).  Other participants can park their cars along Lake Houston Parkway, Bens View, and Kings Crossing Drive, just north of the YMCA.  Additional parking is also available south of the YMCA on Magnolia Cove and the Kings Harbor parking garage.  Shuttle buses will be available from both locations.  Participants with parking passes must be in the parking lot by 7:00 am, no exceptions.

Packet Pickup & Late Registration

Packets for those who register before Friday, February 6th will be available at the Lake Houston Family YMCA on Friday, February 6th from 9:00 am - 9:00 pm.  Late registrations will continue up to 30 minutes before the start of each race event.

Race Hotline

For race information call 281-360-2500 or email carols@ymcahouston.org.

Awards

5K Family Fun Run
Awards to the top male and female overall finishers and the top 3 male and female finishers in the following age groups: 12 and under, 13 - 14, 15 - 19, 20 - 29, 30 - 39, 40 - 49, 50 - 59, 60 - 69, 70 & older.

1/2 Mile Kids Race and 1 Mile Kids Race
Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers in the following age groups: 3 - 4, 5- 6, 7 - 8, 9 - 10, 11 - 12, 13 - 14.

Participation in the Bridge Fest is a positive and healthy activity that not only will challenge your child's ability but also to teach them the importance of helping their community.

Elementary School Challenge
The elementary school that has the highest percentage participation in Bridge Fest of their total school enrollment will receive a trophy to display at their school and a party at their school for those who participated.

Middle School Challenge
The middle School that has the highest percentage in Bridge Fest of their total school enrollment will receive a trophy to display at their school and an ice cream party at their school for those who participated.

Spaghetti Dinner

Load up on your carbs for Bridge Fest and join us on Friday, February 6th from 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm for our annual Spaghetti Dinner.  Cost is $5.00 per person and RSVP is requested.  Please indicate on your registration form if you will be joining us.

Registration & Fees

$15.00 for 1/2 or 1 Mile Kids Races
$22.00 Bridge Fest 5K Individual
$20.00 Active Older Adult (65+)
$55.00 Family of Four ($10 for each additional family member)

All participants who register before February 2nd will receive a T-shirt with their packet.  Registrations received after Feb. 2nd could be charged a $5.00 late registration fee per entry and might not receive a T-shirt.

NEW!!! Chip Timing Information

New this years is the addition of a chip timing system.  All participants in the 5K race will be given a chip to record their exact time as they cross the finish line.  If you do not wear a chip, you will not be timed.  Chips will be distributed the morning of the race so be sure to come early!

Register Online

Instant, secure, online registration available at www.signmeup.com.  Click on Event Calander, click on Bridge Fest, click on register.  Online registration will close Monday, February 2nd.

2nd Annual Kiwanis Golf Ball Drop
benefiting
Lake Houston Family YMCA Partners Campaign
Area Key Club Scholarships

Saturday, February 7th 2009
At the conclusion of the
17 Annual YMCA Bridge Fest 5K

Golf balls may be purchased at the YMCA beginning January 5th 2009 and cost $20.00 each or 3 for $50.00.  For additional information visit www.kingwoodkiwanis.org. 

YMCA Partners

The Partners Campaign is vitally important to the services the Lake Houston Family YMCA offers to the communities of Atascocita, Huffman, Humble, Kingwood, New Caney, Porter and surrounding areas.  Here is what your contributions support:

After School Child Care Program

A partnership with Humble ISD, this program provides a safe, positive environment after school to over 1000 children a day.  Your contribution helps to support families who are experiencing financial difficulties.

YMCA Youth Programs

Over 250 families will participate in YMCA youth programs this year because of the generosity of donors to our annual Partners Campaign.  Programs include soccer, street hockey, basketball, baseball, flag football, volley ball, swimming, and parent/child programs.

YMCA National Values Camp

Supports sending young adults from the Lake Houston community to this teen leadership camp in the Blue Ridge Mountains.

YMCA Mission: To put Judeo-Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spririt, mind and body for all.