The Marine Corps Marathon
Extra Mile
Welcome to the final 2004 issue of The Extra Mile, the official online newsletter of the Marine Corps Marathon.
As 2004 draws to a close and the 29th MCM becomes the stuff of stirring memories, we look forward to a year of good running and good health. Make your resolution to join the MCM on October 30, 2005 and be a part of the 30-year tradition. Mark April 6th of your new calendar as the opening of MCM's rolling registration. And remember, for the first time in years, NO LOTTERY. Be sure to check the web site regularly for registration information.
Happy holidays and best wishes in the long run.
As always: If you have an interesting, inspiring or unusual reason for running the marathon, please share your story by emailing
marine.marathon@usmc.mil.
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Volume 2, Number 8
December 16, 2004
In this Issue:
300,000 Finisher
Season of Giving
Commemorative Products
No Lottery--30th Anniversary MCM
Guaranteed 2005 MCM Entries
Runners Club
Art Contest
Long Distance Romance at the MCM
Support the MCM through Sponsorship
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Lucky number 15,355 is 300,000
5 hours 46 minutes and 14 seconds into the 29th Marine Corps Marathon, James Hotchkiss of Anderson, California passed through the finish arch assuring his place in MCM history as the 300,000th all-time finisher. Hotchkiss' accomplishment will be forever acknowledged by a commemorative shadow box presented to him by the MCM.
Season of Giving
Navy Marine Corps Relief Society Donation--Charles E. Smith Commercial Realty raised $3,000 to be donated to the Navy Marine Corps Relief Society during this year's Crystal City Street Spectacular. Funds were generated by sales of menu tastings from the fine restaurants located on Crystal Drive. The Navy Marine Corps Relief Society provides financial, educational and other assistance to members of the Naval Services of the United States, eligible family members and survivors in need.
MCM Charity Partners--Marine Corps Marathon sets pace for charity as the 2003 USA Track & Field Charitable Race of the Year. This year, charity runners representing causes including AIDS, Leukemia, Autism, MS and St. Jude Hospital participated in the MCM generating more than $5 million.
Toys for Tots--Working with Marine Corps Reserves, the Marine Corps Marathon collected nearly 740 toys to be donated to the Toys for Tots Campaign. Children registering for the Healthy Kids Fun Run donated the toys.
Commemorate Your Run in the 29th MCM
| MCM Brooks Store
 Finisher items! Plus, technical running apparel, commemorative clothing and cool souvenirs featuring the MCM logo. Visit the MCM Storefront to purchase your "Finisher Gear" and Official MCM race apparel. Limited quantities are available
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| Fond Memories
 Preserve and display the memorable experience of finishing the MCM with a plaque or shadow box featuring the MCM medal, logo and your personal finish information.
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| Crossing The Line
 Crossing The Line has created a family of personalized products based on original MCM event artwork by sports artist, Shaun Kinley.
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| MarathonFoto
 Remember your MCM experience with in action color photos from multiple locations on the course. Won't that thumbs-up shot or crossing the finish line moment look good hanging on the wall of your office?
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My MarathonDVD
 Watch yourself run the MCM on a personalized DVD-video. Digital video cameras filmed all runners at multiple on-course locations. The MCM highlight show injects personal footage into the program. Narration, music, spectators, top finishers, DC scenery and you, the runner. How cool is that?
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| ChampionChip
 Grab your Marine Corps commemorative chip and run with it in any chip-timed event.
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"The People's Marathon"...30 Years Running
Celebrating 30 years, the Marine Corps Marathon continues a combined tradition of dedication, sportsmanship and patriotism. The Marathon of the Monuments welcomes 30,000 runners to its Arlington, Virginia start line on Sunday, October 30, 2005.
Rolling registration begins at www.marinemarathon.com starting on Wednesday, April 6. That means for the first time in five years, no lottery...no delay in securing a spot...an instant in! More details will be posted on the MCM website as the registration date draws closer.
Also, new in '05...
The biggest MCM Runners' Expo ever in its new location at the DC Armory--convenient to Metro with unlimited parking! Scheduled for two days, the Runners' Expo will be held on Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29. Plus, feel the energy of MCM week at the new race headquarters hotel, The Hyatt Regency Washington located in the heart of Capitol Hill.
Guaranteed Registration Events
Can't wait for the April 6 registration? Then, visit the MCM expo booth at the following events to obtain a guaranteed entry for the 2005 30th anniversary MCM. Limited numbers of applications will be available at the following events with more to come!
HP Houston Marathon Friday, January 14th and Saturday, January 15th. The Expo will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center 1001 Avenida de las Americas Houston, Texas.
Freescale Austin Marathon Friday, February 11th and Saturday, February 12th. The Expo will be held at the Palmer Events Center, 900 Barton Springs Road, Austin, Texas.
MCM Runners' Club
Runners who have completed five or more MCMs are encouraged to join the MCM Runners' Club. No fee, just send copies of five or more finisher certificates to the MCM office for admission to this special group. Runners receive commemorative patches certifying the five, 10, 15, 20 and 25-year milestones plus a guaranteed entry into any MCM. Fax certificates to 703/784-2265 or mail copies to MCM PO Box 188, Quantico, VA 22134.
30th MCM Original Art Contest
Now is your chance to stretch those creative muscles or inspire an artistic friend to enter the 30th MCM Original Art Contest. The winning artwork will be featured at the 30th MCM in October 2005. The deadline for original art entries is January 30, 2005.
The winner of this contest will receive:
- One complimentary entry into the 2005 MCM
- MCM apparel and merchandise
- Samples of all mediums featuring the artwork including race program, banners, etc.
Guidelines for entering artwork:
Please note: The MCM will retain the use of entries and the right to publish all artwork and/or use it in any type of promotion or advertising, including, but limited to, newsletters, Web sites and promotional material without compensation or consent of the artist.
Now This is a Real Long Distance Romance
Back in February 2004, Julie Marlin from Oak Hill, VA asked her boyfriend Ken Lasure from Springfield, VA to run with her in her first marathon. Little did she know he would have a big surprised planned for her at the finish. After running 26.2 miles, Ken dropped to one knee, not from exhaustion, but to propose to Julie. He carried the diamond ring the entire marathon. Julie screamed and proceeded to tackle him drawing the attention of the medical support staff that came running over with a stretcher. The medics were relived to see that the couple was fine. By the way, Julie said ‘yes'.
Support the MCM through Sponsorship
Did a group of your employees or co-workers have a great experience running the Marine Corps Marathon? Are you looking for a unique way to promote your business, gain brand visibility and support runners who have dedicated themselves to train and complete the challenging task of running a marathon? Would you like information on how to sponsor the 30th Marine Corps Marathon? Click the word sponsorship above to send an email requesting more information about sponsoring the MCM.
Congratulations Finishers from the MCM Brooks Store!
Incredible deals on 2004 Marine Corps Marathon Merchandise to assist you, your friends and family with holiday shopping. Terrific finisher gift
packages for you to add to your holiday gift list (or secretly print out and strategically lay in places of high visibility). All packages are discounted. Wishing you a happy and healthy holiday season and look forward to seeing you in 2005.
 
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