FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

            Fox Cities Marathon Announces Registration Cap

APPLETON, WI – A registration cap for each of the Community First Fox 
Cities Marathon Festival of Races weekend events has been announced.   With 
nearly five times the amount of registrations as last year at this time, 
the cap was implemented to ensure that all race participants have a safe 
and enjoyable experience on race weekend.  It also allows Fox Cities 
Marathon staff the ability to better plan and prepare for supplies needed 
for race weekend, including medals, shirts, water, food, timing chips, etc.

The following are the 2009 Registration Caps for each race:

Community First Fox Cities Marathon - 2,000 (this includes the early 
and regular starts) 
Kimberly-Clark Half Marathon & Appleton Papers 13.1 Mile Walk 
(combined) - 4,000 
Orthopedic & Sports Institute Relay Marathon - 200 teams 
Time Warner Cable 5k Run/Walk - 1,500 
Guardian Kids Fun Run - 1,000 

Any individual interested in participating in the Community First Fox 
Cities Marathon Festival of Races is encouraged to register as soon as 
possible to guarantee their spot at the start line.  The current 
registration fees are effective through July 31 or until our registration 
caps are met.  For more information or to register today, visit the Fox 
Cities Marathon website at www.foxcitiesmarathon.org. 

The Community First Fox Cities Marathon provides a healthy weekend of six 
running and walking events for any age or ability.  As a 501(c)3 non-profit 
organization, the Fox Cities Marathon partners with area charities and 
donates any proceeds to area non-profit organizations.  Visit 
www.foxcitiesmarathon.org for more information.

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