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Great Duck Chase a success
Edina, Minn., October 1, 2003 – The first annual Great Duck Chase 5k and Fun Run was a
complete success. Approximately 60 people participated in the event, which was held at
Centennial Lakes Park in Edina.
For the 5K, the male winner was Matthew Reinders from Bloomington. His overall time was 15
minutes and eight seconds. The female winner was Mary Weidner who had a time of 22 minutes
and four seconds. The winners were presented with a plaque at the completion of the race.
The 1.5 mile Fun Run was held after the 5K. Approximately 15 people participated in the event,
most of who were children and walkers. Each child received a small rubber duck for
participating. All participants received a free Great Duck Chase T-shirt and complimentary
snacks and beverages after the event.
According to Stacy Mass, special events coordinator for the City of Edina, “We were pleased with
the overall turnout for the Great Duck Chase, we had great weather and a good time with both the
5K and the 1.5 mile Fun Run. We hope to increase our participation in both races next year and
give out more awards.”
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City of Edina City of Edina
4801 West 50th Street
Edina, MN 55424
Contact: Brett Carlson
Communications Intern
Phone 952-832-6021
Fax 952-832-6791
www.cityofedina.com
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