On November 19, 2011, USVI-Barbers Point held their 7th Annual 5k Patriot Run/Walk. There were approximately 400 attendees who gathered together at the scenic grounds of The Waterfront at Pu’uloa for this worthy cause. Mahalo to the Patriot Run/Walk committee, sponsors, James Campbell High School ROTC, Bands: 1772 and Bikini Knights, volunteers, and race participants for all of the hard work and enthusiasm into bringing funding and awareness to U.S.VETS. It is with passion that we continue to tackle ending homelessness among veterans.
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Veterans at Patriot Run-Several Barbers Point veterans were eager to take part in this annual event. Daniel Wicks (2nd row, center) wearing #1838 was the first veteran to cross the finish line.
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The race begins-Whether it was running or walking, the attendees made their way through the 5k.
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Runners ready to go-At the starting line, the participants anxiously waited for the race to begin.
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ROTC from JCHS-Members of the ROTC from James Campbell High School performed the presentation of the flags as well as joined the 5k run.
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Kama’aina Kids Rock Wall and Jump House- One of the sponsors, Kama’aina Kids, set up a rock wall and jump house to entertain the younger
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Darryl and USVI-BP Staff-It was a fun filled morning for the Barbers Point staff. Some family members also came out to join the festivities.
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At the finish line-The 29th Infantry Brigade was a large contributor to this year’s Patriot Run/Walk.
