2006 Stay Out of the Sun Run

1st Year Race

Sponsors | Results 5k | Results 10k | Pictures | Door Prizes

The inaugural "Stay Out of the Sun Run" was a huge success and we thank everyone who volunteered and participated. We hosted an inspirational evening with 530 participants of all age groups. There were 122 participants in the 10K and 163 in the 5K runs. All others participated in the 5K walk. The race courses utilized the Douglas Trail system to the north of Holy Spirit Catholic Church. After the event we provided a large food spread and door prizes to the participants and volunteers.

Most importantly, we have been able to raise awareness to many individuals about the seriousness of melanoma and the importance of sun protection. We are very proud to be able to present "The Mayo Clinic Cancer Center" with a check of over $31,000 to help fund melanoma research.

Thank you again for recognizing our cause and the importance of finding a cure for melanoma. It is with great pleasure that we will be hosting this event again next year on May 18, 2007. Hope to see you there!

Top Finishers

10K Run
- Men: Kevin Grigg 34:26
- Women: Julie Nelson 37:06

5k Run
- Men: Christopher Koch 19:08
- Women: Katie Ross 22:06

A $30,800 check was presented for the 1st Stay Out of the Sun Run held on May 19, 2006, on behalf of all the sponsors and participants at the Mayo Clinic Department of Medicine Medical Grand Rounds. Present in the picture are Dr. Mark Pittelkow, Department of Dermatology; Dr. David Ahlquist, Chair of Development; Susan Burriss, Race Coordinator; Tim Burriss, Race Founder & Director; Daniel Burriss.