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OSCAR MIKE AWARD
Jack Morrison, president of Fredericksburg Area Running Club (FARC), is the 2011 recipient of the Oscar Mike Award, having received this recognition during opening ceremonies of the 2011 Healthy Lifestyle Expo.  The Oscar Mike Award (which, using that military phonetic alphabet, translates to "On the Move") was presented to Morrison for his ongoing support of the Marine Corps Historic Half and the support of running in the Fredericksburg community.

Morrison, a member of FARC since 2009, served as chairman of the host committee for the 2011 Road Runners Club of America Convention that was held in conjunction with Historic Half Weekend.  An avid runner, Morrison has been running competitively since 2001.  He has participated in three Historic Half marathons since 2008, completing the inaugural race in 1:25:24.  He also ran the 2011 Boston Marathon in 3:19:00.  Morrison is the longtime owner of Blue Dog Records in Fredericksburg and is the Planned Giving Director at the American Bird Conservancy in The Plains, VA.


HISTORIC HALF HEADQUARTERS HOTEL
The Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg is located next to the Historic Half start. Complimentary parking for overnight guests makes walking to the Marine Corps Historic Half and Expo very convenient. In addition to a warm, friendly atmosphere, the Hilton Garden Inn Fredericksburg offers:

• Complimentary wired and wireless high-spead internet
• Refrigerator, microwave oven and coffeemaker in each room
• Indoor pool, Whirlpool & Fitness Center
• Hilton Honors Guest Reward Program
• 24-Hour Executive Business Center
• Great American Grill Offering Fresh Hot Made to Order Breakfast, Evening Dining & Room Service and Cocktails
• Proudly Brewing Complimentary Starbucks Coffee for our overnight guests

Make reservations now online or call 1-877-STAYHG

FEATURED FREDERICKSBURG B&Bs
RICHARD JOHNSTON INN
An upscale 18th century Inn constructed in 1770. By the 1800's, it served as the home of the mayor of Fredericksburg, Richard Johnston. Southern Living Readers Choice Awards awarded the Inn as "one of the Best in the South". The Richard Johnston Inn offers seven beautifully appointed guest rooms, 2 suites and caters to small, intimate weddings and other special events in our courtyard or parlors. Each guest room features a private bathroom, flat screen television, and high-speed wireless Internet access. The Richard Johnston Inn is located in the heart of Historic Fredericksburg, across the street from the Fredericksburg Visitors Center and just blocks away from historic sites such as Mary Washington's House, Fredericksburg Museum, the Rising Sun Tavern, unique shops and a variety of wonderful restaurants.  The Inn offers a "to-go" breakfast on event morning with transportation to the Historic Half start line. A two-night minimum stay is required.

For more information about the Richard Johnston Inn, please call 540-899-7606.

THE 1890 CAROLINE HOUSE
Historic Fredericksburg's newest, most luxurious Bed & Breakfast.  Built in 1890, The Caroline House has been refurbished to its original grandeur with all of the modern conveniences to make your visit memorable.

Featured in "Romantic Homes" February issue, this Bed and Breakfast offers two elegant rooms and a suite with Jacuzzi tubs, two person exquisite hand-made mosaic showers, king size beds, quality linens and amenities. Private parking available at The Richard Johnston Inn, two blocks away.

Fredericksburg Shuttles
The City of Fredericksburg will offer a free shuttle service from the Fredericksburg Expo & Convention Center on Saturday, May 19 for all Healthy Lifestyle Expo attendees. The shuttles will depart from the Expo Center continuously throughout the day from 11:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. to three historic downtown locations: the Williams Street side of Hurkamp Park; the 700 block of Caroline Street directly across the street from the Fredericksburg Visitors Center; and at 925 Caroline Street in front of the River Run Antique Mall.

All visitors to the Healthy Lifestyle Expo can catch the shuttle directly outside the Fredericksburg Expo & Conference Center.

For the five-year anniversary of the Marine Corps Historic Half, the event celebrates the city of Fredericksburg.  All runners who register for the 2012 Historic Half will receive a year-long membership including free museum admission to the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center. The complimentary package includes invitations to special events and members-only functions.  

Located in historic downtown, the Fredericksburg Area Museum and Cultural Center brings life to the stories of Fredericksburg’s past. Members can enjoy exhibits featuring George Washington and his Masonic tradition, the Revolutionary, Civil, and World Wars, and life on the Rappahannock River.

Trolley Tours Offer Charming Glimpse into Fredericksburg’s Past

Thanks to Trolley Tours of Fredericksburg for providing an old-time trolley to serve as the media vehicle for the Historic Half. While the vehicle is media-only on event morning, runners, their families, Fredericksburg visitors and guests are encouraged to learn more about the history on the Historic Half route and schedule a 75-minute tour aboard an old-time trolley during event weekend or any time. Tours operate daily, year-round venturing to historic landmarks and impressive sites throughout Fredericksburg’s downtown district and the Fredericksburg Battlefield. Trolley tours depart from the Fredericksburg Visitors Center located at 706 Caroline Street in Historic Downtown.

For more information call (540) 898-0737, or link to the website at www.FredericksburgTrolley.com.