ABOUT THE LAKE BURTON FUN RUN
Starting Line: Moccasin Creek State Park Pavilion
Lake Burton Georgia
HISTORY
The Lake Burton Fun Run was started in 1984 by founder Robert Nichols and was dedicated to serving local residents with an event that offered fitness and fun. Open to all runners, joggers, and walkers. A family event for all ages, the popularity of this event increases every year from a meager start in 1984 with 85 participants, to the current 1500 participant limit. In 1998 the course became certified by USA Track and Field (and remains an official certified course to this day). Official times from this event can be used for qualifying in other sanctioned athletic events. In 2010, the board of directors decided to become members of the Road Runners Club of America to continue to meet professional standards. The local chapter is named the Lake Burton Road Runners Club, Inc. a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization of which the Lake Burton Fun Run is the sole event. This event brings together people of all ages from across the state and country and generally has several international participants.
Proceeds from the annual event support the three Lake Burton Volunteer Fire Departments (Wildcat, Lakes, Tallulah-Persimmon), Rabun Search and Rescue and the Rabun County Sheriff's Canine Corps.
Our board, sponsors and volunteers appreciate your participation and will continue to help make this a world class event.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Robert Nichols
Steve Short
Jon Niemeyer
Anthony DeLise
Katie Long
Jeremy Long
Scott Hamming
Lynn Cowhig
Ashley Minton
Michael Minton
If you are interested in serving on the Board or Advisory Board please contact us: [email protected]
We are looking for a few good men and women that love our lake and want to continue this great tradition.
MISSION
To provide a world-class two mile run and walk, while promoting life-long physical activity in a safe and healthy lifestyle through fun, fitness, and opportunity for all ages, abilities, and fitness levels
CONTACT INFO: [email protected]
