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Last updated 6/18/2012

The Haulin' Axe fun run/walk will be held on Sunday, May 19, 2013. Haulin' Axe is a 5K run or 2 mile walk that raises money for local not-for-profits that support safety in the community. This will be the 3rd annual event and the proceeds are being split between the Firefighters For Fun and the Whatcom County Support Officers.

The race starts at Barkley Haggen and goes along the Railroad Trail, through Whatcom Falls Park and ends at Bloedel Donovan Park. Entry fee is $25 until May 1 and $35 May 1 - May 19. Day of registration and packet pick up is at 8:30 am. The race begins at 9:30 am. The race is unofficially timed, and there are 3 categories to compete in: men's, women's and youth under 12. The fastest runner will win the signature trophy - a brand new firefighting axe. There are over $1500 worth of door prizes that will be given away to registrants at random. Registration and more information is available at: www.haulinaxe.com

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