Events
OVERDOSE AWARENESS 5K
Virtual Remembrance Walk
TITLE SPONSOR
"As pure as a white feather, their love continues to uplift and inspire us from above"
Description
Place: Bayshore Live Oaks Park
23157 Bayshore Rd
Port Charlotte next to Sunseeker Resort Charlotte Harbor
5K Run/Walk Starts at 7:30am
1 Mile remembrance walk starts at 8:45am
5K Registration starts at $25.00 -
Running Club Discounts applied at checkout.
DAY-OF Registration $45.00
Kids <14 start at $20.00 - No Club Discounts
This event is Chip Start/Finish Same Location
Then Running Thru the Timing Mats Two More Times.
5K ROUTE MAP
TWO LOOP COURSE
5K day-of Registration opens at 6:30 am
NO CASH - ALL REGISTRATIONS ARE ONLINE
REGISTER ONLINE WITH YOUR PHONE.
Registration closes 15 minutes before the race begins.
We will not hold up the event for all the runners because of one late person!
Sport Tek Tee NOT guaranteed 3 weeks before event date.
Sport Tek Tank also available for an extra $5
Awards:
M/F Overall, Masters (40+), Grandmaster (50+), Senior Grandmaster (60+), and Veterans (70+).
Medals are awarded: top 3 in the following age groups M/F: <14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 80>.
Join us today to support Awareness, Educate and to Honor those who have lost their lives due to this global crisis!
WELCOME TO THE RACE FOR OUR LIVES!
This race was first brought to fruition after the tragic and abrupt loss of life of Kelly Pierce Peterson due to an overdose. Kelly had spent over 20 years as a registered nurse loving and taking care of others, she was a nurturing soul and would always put others ahead of herself. She had a love of nature, the river, camping, and walking, but what she cherished the most was every moment she spent with her family at the beach since she was a little girl. There was nothing more important in her life than her children. They were her pride and joy, a love that could never be matched. She was a very devoted mother to her children and loved her family deeply. She was the best Daughter, Sister, Aunt, and Friend a person could ask for!
“I thank my God upon every remembrance of you.” Philippians 1:3 KJV
Did you know that Naloxone (Narcan- generic name) is a life-saving medication that can reverse an overdose from opioids – including heroin, fentanyl, and prescription opioid medication – when given in-time? In 2023, Naloxone was administered 51,752 times in the state of Florida!
This medication is a critical tool for reversing opioid overdoses and saving lives!
Awareness and education plays a crucial role in addressing the ongoing opioid crisis and promoting public health and safety !
Cathy’s Place of Charlotte County
All proceeds after expenses from this race will benefit Cathy’s Place of Charlotte County.
Their mission is to serve as a beacon of hope for those on a recovery journey, providing essential resources and fostering social connections.
They believe in building a resilient, accepting community where recovery is seen as a journey of growth.”
(941)946-8155 cathysplaceofcharlottecount@gmail.com
International Overdose Awareness Day
International Overdose Awareness Day (IOAD) – held on August 31 every year – is the world's largest annual campaign to end overdose, remember without stigma those who have died and acknowledge the grief of family and friends left behind.
Our theme for 2024 is “Together we can”, highlighting the power of our community when we all stand together.
I Thank my God upon every remembrance of YOU❣️ Philippians 1:3
Help us Honor and Remember
Please help us honor and remember those we have lost to overdose by sending us pictures of your loved ones to display at our event.
Let's come together as a community to raise awareness and support one another in our journey towards healing and prevention.
Forward all Photos/Stories to piepolly@hotmail.com
Deadline for pictures on signage is 8/14
Kelly Pierce Peterson
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| Joseph Hinkle 3/14/1989 - 8/23/2023. He was my pride and joy! He had a great sense of humor and always helped those in need. Thank you so much! |  |
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Brittany Monique Rogers 12/9/87 - 12/13/23 |  |
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"Chanel- May you find your Peace" |  |
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Troy Michael Slocum 10/31/89-2/20/2020 |  |
| Ryan L Belden 4/5/1988 - 2/23/2020 died by Fentanyl Poisoning.Ryan was a Bright Light in this world. He was smart, funny, and most of all Loving. He would go out of his way to help others. If you ever had the blessing to meet him, he would call you Friend. He is missed everyday by his Family and Friends. |
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Cole Peterson September 6, 1997 ~ May 14, 2024 |  |
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Darcy Wilson, Died 3/2/17 of a fentanyl overdose. |  |
| In loving memory of Rob Reed, who lost his battle to an accidental overdose in February, 2023. We run to honor his life and raise awareness to prevent this tragedy for others. |
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 Brittany Houser who passed away 8/10/23 |  Tommy |  Adam Frank Born August 9th 1984 June 3rd 2020 |
 Michael Mascolo |
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|  Jewell & Ronnie |
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In loving memory of Fred Reed, who we lost to an accidental overdose in August, 2015. This run is dedicated to his memory and to spreading awareness to save lives. |  |
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Joshua E. Staehs 5/27/76-9/12/2013 |  |
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May the road rise to meet you ,may the wind be always at your back,May the sunshine warm upon your face and the rain fall soft upon your fields,and until we meet again, may God hold you in the hollow of his hand |
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Samantha "Sammy" Muno |  |
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Kalvin was a beloved father, son, brother, uncle and friend to many. He is remembered by his selfishness he shown many for his short time here with us on earth, he knew how to light up a room when he walked in with his bright smile. Loved and missed so much by his 2 girls, Mom, brother, sister in law and nephew Grayson. Fly high KDG |  |
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This is the last picture Dayne & Jessica, his mother took together. Jessica overdosed less than a month later. May 30th 2022 |
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Todd Matthew Keeling 9/21/77-6/5/24 |  |
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Zachary Garrett Douglas June 6th 1994 – July 19th2021. |  |
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Leslie Dean. 4/22/1961-6/2019 |
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Dillon Schreer If only we could talk one more time, sometimes it just doesn't seem real that you are not here anymore. Alway Loved. Always Remembered. Until we meet again |  |
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Damon, with his son, |  |
| Laura Mello You may be gone, but not forgotten ! Love always your Joshua! |  |
 In Memory of Angela |  |
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SPONSORS FORM
If you would like to sponsor or just donate please contact:
Polly at: piepolly@hotmail.com
Deadline for sponsorship signage is 8/14
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Race Contact Info
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