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| Don's WINNING Attitude! Don's zest for life translated to everything that he did. Here's Don at the Finish Line in Traverse City, MI on May 28th, 2008. Always excited....Don's inspiration will now be the driving force for the Don Ausman Foundation |
| "DISCO DON" Run raises Funds for Don's FRIENDS |
| Renee' & Jim Wauldron (Jim was honored to wear Don's Disco Suit for this Foundation event) ------------------ |
| Here's Don with his Brother, Mike after a Race in Michigan - May 2008 |
| Phil leads a group of Joggers at "Don's Friends" Run |
| Don's Friends and Family enjoy breakfast at "Don's Friends" Run |
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| The Above Photo shows Don's Running Bib from his 9 mile Race in Jacksonville, FL -2007 |
| Here's Don Sprinting in for a nice finish at the Gate River Run in Jacksonville, FL |
| Here's Don "FLYING" in to a nice finish at a 10K Race in Traverse City, MI in 2008 |
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| 5K Race Course in St. Augustine Beach, FL |
| Atlantic Ocean |
| The race be a 5K Run or Walk. 5K is 3.1 miles. The course (see above) is Flat and Scenic with over a 1 mile sprint finish along A1A Beach Blvd....just 1 block from the Ocean. The race will START and FINISH in front of the Beautiful St. Augustine Pier on the Atlantic Ocean. The Pier Pavilion is a large covered structure, just steps from the Ocean. This will be race headquarters for2 days. Festivities include -Music - Awards - Prizes-Food - Fun and MUCH MORE! Plan your Spring 2010 Vacation with Don's FRIENDS! This course is Rated "4F" This is an FFFF course! FAST, FLAT, FURIOUS, & FUN ! |
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| St. Augustine's Beaches are among the most Beautiful in the USA. |
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| Don's ZEST for LIFE! |
| Don loved to run on St. Augustine Beach with his Florida Friends. This is the Perfect location for his 5K Race |
| The Beach Front Pavilion is the Race Headquarters. |
| Don's FRIENDS 5K Race will START and FINISH just behind the St. Augustine Pier. The Pier Pavilion (in View) is the Headquarters for the Race |
| St. Augustine Beach, Florida |
| Click HERE to View LIVE Web CAM of St. Augustine Beach. |
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| View LIVE BEACH WEB Cam Click above photo |
| Here's Don, sprinting to a nice finish at the Bridge of Lions 5K Run in St. Augustine, FL 7-16-2006 |
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| Click on above map to ENLARGE |
| ABOVE: View current weather conditions in St. Augustine, FL |
| Sign UP for Early Registration. Use Flier right OR Sign up on Line Below Click on the Race Flier to the right and download the Fliers. You can sign up EARLY by printing the info to the right and Mail to: DON's FRIENDS 5K 1093 A1A Beach Blvd. #346 St. Augustine Beach, FL 32080 OR FAX to: 904-471-9102 Call us if you'd like more info on DON's 5K, Call 904-687-5939 REGISTER NOW |
| Click ABOVE to VIEW or PRINT Don's 5K Race Flier |
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| RIGHT Click on the shirt to view Don's 5K T-Shirt It's a GREAT Graphic! |
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| Above shows Don's 5K Race Graphic. The Race will be run in St. Augustine Beach....just steps from the Atlantic Ocean. The City of St. Augustine Beach is an Island surrounded by the Ocean and the Intercoastal Waterway. We've added the Sun and some Palm Trees....AND, the most important part of the graphic is Don, running with his arms extended in excitement. This photo was taken from his finish at the Bayshore 10K Race in Traverse City, Michigan in May of 2008 |
| Special Thanks to the ACRR (Ancient City Road Runners), the local St.Augustine FL Running Club. This race would not be possible without their valued friendship and support. The ACRR members donate their time to manage races and raise funds for many charities. Don was a member of the ACRR with his family. He had many friends in this running club and specially enjoyed running on St. Augustine Beach. If you would like to join the ACRR, please visit their web site at: www.AncientCityRR.org |
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| Ancient City Road Runners |
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| Members of the ACRR receive a discount on Don's 5K Run, and many other benefits. Join Today! |
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| Proceeds from Don's 5K Race will be donated to the Alternative Break Programs for the fine students at these and other Great Colleges & Universities. These funds will be provided to aid generous Students that want to donate their time to help others on an Alternative Break...but need financial support. |
| A GREAT Cause! Having FUN..Helping others. |
| Here's Don with a strong Finish at a Michigan 10K Race May 2008 This Great photo will be part of the Don's FRIENDS 5K Logo |
| This Photo was featured in the St.Augustine Record on June 15th, 2009 |
| May 30th, 2009 Over 150 Gather in Michigan to Celebrate Don's Life and the Formation of a Foundation in his name - The DON AUSMAN FOUNDATION His Family has big plans to continue Don's Life Goals... ....to promote the Alternative Break. Don thought it was Great for Students to spend their Spring Vacations, helping others in need...we agree!.. What a GREAT CAUSE! |
Here's Don as he sprints to a nice finish at the Gate River Run in May 2007. Jacksonville, FL This was a 15K Run (over 9 Miles!) Don ran with over 12,000 runners at this race. |
| Above is Bob, Don and Mick at a Jacksonville, FL race in March 2007 |
| Above is Bob, Dave, Eva, DON, Mike, Libby and John (kneeling down) March 2007 |
| ABOVE: Don's 5K Race Graphic |
| You can sign up using the Fliers above FAX or MAIL OR Sign UP on Line with Active.com Credit Cards Accepted |
| St. Augustine Beach,FL 5K is 3.1 Miles....You can do it!...and a GREAT Cause! DON'T MISS This ONE! |
| A 2-DAY "FUN FEST" from noon on Friday, Aprl 9th and continuing thu Sat. April 10th. Many Vendors for Food, Beverage, Art, gifts....with Music and, of course, the 5K Run on Saturday Morning at 8:30AM. Look below for more info. |
| SPONSOR Don's 5K Run Be a Sponsor for the Run! SEE our SPONSORS Sponsors are allowed to Exhibit for the 2 DAY Event. SEE Sponsor FORMS at BOTTOM of this page. |
| LODGING for Don's 2-day FUN FEST. BOOK TODAY! Going FAST!! See Below. |
| HOTEL INFO IS AS FOLLOWS: Ask for "DON'S FRIENDS GROUP RATE" Book NOW - Rooms are going FAST |
| Quoted prices are from Thursday, April 8th-Sunday, April 11th, 2010. The REGENCY INN is the Headquarters Hotel and is DIRECTLY across from the PIER. REGENCY INN & SUITES-(across the street from run) $62.95 per night 331 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine, Fl. 32080 PHONE: 904-471-7700 FAX: 904-471-6253 per Jacqui (Manager) Continental Breakfast Included, No animals BEST WESTERN SEASIDE INN-St. Augustine Beach $109.00 per night 541 A1A Beach Blvd. St Augustine, Fl. 32080 (2 blocks south of run) PHONE: 904-461-9990 FAX: 904-471-4774 per Marcy Deering (G.M.) Continental Breakfast Included, No animals |
| Thanks also to our Neighboring Running club to the North of St. Augustine,FL.. The Amelia Island Runners. We certainly appreciate their support of Don's FRIENDS 5K Run. Members of this club will also receive a discount on Don's Run. For Membership information, visit: www.AmeliaIslandRunners.com |
| Click ABOVE to view the DON's FRIENDS Poster that will be seen around St. Augustine in the windows of Local Retailers and supporters of the Run |
| Click on the ABOVE Banner to view a larger image of the 3' x 9' Promo Banner |
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| (Above) FINISH LINE BANNER - 3' x 17' Well..you shouldn't have any trouble finding the finish line. Don's FRIENDS Finish Line Banner is 17 Feet long. And, you will finish just steps from the Atlantic Ocean and the Beautiful St. Augustine PIER. Click on above photo to enlarge. |
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| Here's Jim, Don's Step-Dad proudly wearing the "I'm Don's FRIEND" T-shirt at a Race in Jacksonville -Oct. 2009 |
CASTILLO REAL-St. Augustine Beach $119.00 per night (King or 2 Queen)
530 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine, Fl. 32080 (2 blocks south of run)
PHONE: 904-471-3505 Toll: 866-941-7325 per Rachel Delaney (G.M.)
Outdoor Pool and Whirlpool, No animals Award Winning Restaurant-La Cocina International Restaurant
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 904-461-8288 www.lacocinarestaurants.com (Juan Solano-Owner)
530 A1A Beach Blvd. St. Augustine, Fl. 32080 (2 blocks south of run)
PHONE: 904-471-3505 Toll: 866-941-7325 per Rachel Delaney (G.M.)
Outdoor Pool and Whirlpool, No animals Award Winning Restaurant-La Cocina International Restaurant
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner 904-461-8288 www.lacocinarestaurants.com (Juan Solano-Owner)
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| VENDOR INFORMATION and FORMS |
| Click on both forms below for information on Sponsorship and Vending at the 2 Day FUN FEST For more information on Vending or Sponsorship of the Don's FRIENDS 2 Day FUN FEST Call Jim (Don's Step-Dad) at 904-687-5939 |
| Don't worry about Missing the MILE MARKERS. Don's FRIENDS 5K Course is marked with BRIGHT, 5 Foot TALL Mile Markers. You'll have to be SLEEPING to Miss these markers! Click on above to ENLARGE |
| Don's FRIENDS 5K Run T-Shirt will feature this Big and Bright Logo. All that register will receive a Shirt. If the Run is Over-booked, runners can pick up their shirts at Service PROS USA, shortly after the Run. |
| If you are a SPONSOR and need Banners or Promo Material for this or any event. Contact Service PROS USA at 904-471-9100 |
| Above is a series of 7 photos showing Don as he passed several runners to a strong finish at a 2008, 10K Race in Michigan. His arms are raised in excitement. It is in this Spirit that Don's Family has developed this Foundation.... to keep Don's Dreams Alive. The Don's FRIENDS 5K Race will be a FUN Race......as Don would have wanted. Don Loved a good Party.... and this will be a PARTY! ...AND the proceeds will help to promote and fund his favorite cause. ... The Alternative Break Don and fellow students would spend their Vacation Breaks traveling around the world helping others in need. Sure...they had FUN...and LOTS of it! He showed us all that we can have Fun Helping Others. ... ..AND they were able to give a friendly hand to some nice people in need. What a GREAT Cause! So, Join us on April 9th & 10th, 2010 - a GREAT Run for a GREAT Cause! |
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| FREE BEER for the runners OF AGE! Don's FRIENDS FUN FEST will have a BEER / Wine TENT with all the many other Food/ merchandise vendors. The Registered Runners OF AGE will receive ONE FREE Beer with ID proof of Age and Bib # Info. Ask for Details at packet Pick UP. All Visitors to the 2-Day FUN FEST can enjoy the Beer Tent with the many other GREAT Vendors. |
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| Click on the TV to the Right to view a short You Tube video about Don's FRIENDS 5K Run. It's a little difficult to hear because it was recorded at a Race Expo with a ton of background noise, but, it's the only one we have... ....so we're using it. Jim, Don's Step-Dad, is the Race Director. DON'T FORGET This will be a 2-Day Event! Friday, April 9th and Saturday, April 10th. The EXPO and Packet Pick up begins at 12:00PM till 8:00PM There will be many vendors for Food, Merchandise AND a BEER/Wine Tent.. ....Music too! So plan on spending some time with us and have some FUN! |
| Don's FRIENDS 5K Course is OFFICIALLY CERTIFIED for Accuracy. USA T&F Certification #FL09111EMB. This course will be professionally Chip Timed from START to FINISH by Jacob Smith of RACE SMITH. www.RaceSMITH.com |
| The Custom Awards (shown above) will be given to the top 3 finishers in each Male & Female Group. See the REGISTRATION FORM above for detailed information. |