The Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce and its Board of Directors were pleased to honor the Scenic Half Committee with the Volunteers of the Month award for their energy and commitment to organize the inaugural Scenic Half Race presented by Panhandle State Bank – a half marathon, 10K, 5K race, and kids’ fun run.It was a core group of business professionals who volunteered to organize the event - director Dennis Dye, co-director Kevin Estes from Coldwater Creek, volunteer coordinator Allen McClelland from Washington Trust Bank, medical coordinator Michelle Anderson with Pend Oreille Health Care, and Judy Thompson.
We planned for 300 to 500 runners early in the planning stages, said co-director Kevin Estes.
Exceeding their goals, the committee had over 600 runners thanks to the support of forty-five sponsoring businesses and the thoughtful promotional efforts of the committee. Due to the high number of runners, they needed more resources to ensure this first event was a success and coordinated over 200 volunteers.
The races drew people from outside the area to lodge, dine, and shop; and in addition to supporting the local economy, they raised $2000 for the Bonner Community Food Center to support local families.
“The Scenic Half Committee gave much of their time and resources to organize this first annual event,” said the Chamber’s executive director Amy Little. “It is this type of passion, dedication, and commitment that make this community a great place to live and work.”
For more information on the Scenic Half, visit www.ScenicHalf.com.
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