Marathon Barbie

Marathon Barbie

In honour of Canada's 150th birthday, the annual Ottawa Marathon will be a run across Canada.  Each water station represents a province and I am the  captain of Team Saskatchewan.  We will be sporting  corsages of wheat tied with green and yellow ribbons to honour the provincial flag.

Runners from around the country voted  Ottawa Race Weekend the Best Race of 2016.  They loved the big crowds of spectators, the wicked fast pace of the 10 km (I’m quoting) and the enthusiasm of the volunteers. Apparently there was an impressive vibe (still quoting).

 

Organizers are anticipating about 43,000 runners in the six events and 2,500 volunteers.  My team of 40 stalwart souls is a seasoned group of elites.  We'll be there at 6 AM pouring a couple of thousand cups of water and  rehydration drink.  

Look for Barbie at kilometer 11.  She'll be wearing this dress and waving her stalk of wheat while she cheers.  On marathon Day, we are all winners.