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[edit] Information for registrants

Thank you for registering for the Vibha Dream Mile 2007! We are very excited about the upcoming "Dream Mile Walk/Run" and hope you are too! Read below, for important information regarding race packet pickup, parking and other details you will need to know on the day of the event.

[edit] Packet Pickup Information

All pre-registrants can pick up their registration packets from RunTex at the following RunTex location on 10/5 (Friday) and 10/6 (Saturday).

422 Riverside Dr
Austin, TX 78704
Times: 5-7 pm on 10/5 (Friday) and 10 am-4 pm on 10/6 (Saturday)

[edit] Parking

The San Jacinto parking area will be cordoned off for runners on race day. The parking lot behind the CPE building on the UT campus is recommended for parking (CPE location, UT maps link, Google maps link). For more information, please refer to the UT campus parking map at http://www.utexas.edu/parking/maps/visitor/index.html. Parking is available at most lots (e.g. Class "A") on campus during weekends as well as on adjacent streets. However, we recommend checking for restricted parking signs before you park.

[edit] Race route

A detailed map for 5K/10K will be available in the runners packet. We will also provide information before race start and our volunteers will assist runners along the course. The route maps are available online at the following links

[edit] Event day check-in

All registrants who have not checked-in during our packet pickup sessions will need to do so at the Registration Desk when they arrive on event day. You will receive bibs and chips (for those who have chip timing) and other race-related information. Please try to arrive early so that you can start the race in time. (Registrations/Check-in desk will open at 7am). We will also be holding on-site registrations for those who would like to join the Dream Mile Walk & Run on race day.

[edit] 10K / 5K Race information

Date: Sunday, October 7, 2007
Venue: UT Campus, East Mall Fountain (San Jacinto and 23rd St.)
Start Time: 8:00 a.m. (10K starts first, 5K follows shortly after)
Race Timing: Chip-timed (if paid for, others card finish)
On-Site Registration: Starts at 7:15 a.m

Vibha will make arrangements for all pre-registrants to pick up their registration packets a day or two prior to the event. Please check our website closer to the event date for more information.

All participants receive a free Vibha Dream Mile T-shirt. Pets and strollers are welcome.

[edit] Fun activities for children

Bring your children along! Children can participate in the 5K run/walk for free. There are also plenty of fun games, exciting prizes, and give-aways for children.

[edit] Registration Fees

  • General 10K - $20
  • Student 10K - $15
  • General 5K - $15
  • Student 5K - $10
  • Children (under 15) - FREE!

Professional chip timing costs $5 extra (price not included in the listing above). On-site registration costs additional $5.

[edit] Award Categories

First and second place prizes will be awarded in different age categories. Please check back at a later date for more information.

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[edit] Beneficiary Profile

Prayas, a Vibha supported project in Jaipur, Rajasthan is an institution working for mentally challenged, physically disabled and socially deprived children. Read more about the objectives and initiatives of Prayas and the President of India's visit to this project.

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All proceeds from The Dream Mile 2007 will benefit Vibha supported projects in India (including Prayas) and Any Baby Can of Austin, TX.

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Vibha is a 501 (c) (3) organization, registered in the State of New Jersey. Vibha's Tax ID is 22-3122761.
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