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Tour deCatur Kick Off Party Jan. 30

The party to launch the City of Decatur's walking/running fitness program will be held at Fleet Feet on West Ponce.

The City of Decatur is about to launch another year of .

The kick-off party will be at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30, at Fleet Feet, the official sponsor of the 2013 Tour DeCatur.

In case you're new to town, Tour deCatur members walk and run together during the year to develop team spirit. They participate in a series of run/walk events, all wearing neon green T-shirts.

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At the party, you can:

  • Get advice on training for the Tour (for novices and more practiced runners alike)
  • Take a 10 percent discount on running shoes from Mizuno (the Tour’s Presenting Sponsor!)
  • Enjoy snacks and beverages
  • Enter to win a door prizes
  • Preview the 2013 race course

For more information email gail@decatureducationfoundation.org.

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Here are some previous stories about Tour deCatur.

Michael Harbin keeps Decatur on the run/walk.

Decatur keeps fitness trophy.

Team deCatur kicks off with a run.

Team deCatur wins big in downtown 5K.


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