Journeys Marathon is an inspirational race that starts with a woodland backdrop on rustic roads while meandering through the Northern Highland American Legion State Forest and passing many scenic northern Wisconsin lakes. This is a race not to be missed. Races included in the day are a half marathon, 13.1 mile power walk, 10K and a 5K race.  For more information or to register, please contact the Eagle River Area Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Center at 800-359-6315 or visit the Official Journeys Marathon website at www. journeysmarathon.org

Journeys Marathon

Human Interest Story

A call over the police radio announced that a runner was down. A 11:21 am Robert Zapranoff, 68, of Mercer, collapsed while running the Journeys Marathon. He was taken to Eagle River Memorial Hospital where he was pronounced dead by Vilas County Deputy Coroner Mike Gough.
Connie Heeg, executive race director, stated that the death during the Journeys marathon was the first ever in the event.

Man dies during Journeys Marathon

Robert Zapranoff collapsed during the 2008 Journey's Marathon.  There is no word of cause of death.  Online records kept by the marathon say Zapranoff completed the race last year.

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