Memorial run changes course

McClungRun1.WEB — Marines from MATSG-53 on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island participate in the 2011 Maj. Megan McClung Memorial run last year on base. The race will change venues this year, being held in Oak Harbor rather than on base. Crosswind file photo

The 6th annual Megan McClung Memorial Run will be held Saturday, Aug. 18, but the location will be a little different.

The city of Oak Harbor and Mike and Re McClung are hosting the annual event, which will begin at Windjammer Park near the intersection of S. Beeksma Drive and SW Bayshore Drive in Oak Harbor. The new course will parallel the beach around the harbor and winds through the wharf area on Catalina Drive to intersect with the Maylor Point Trail on Naval Air Station Whidbey Island’s Seaplane Base. 5K and 10K courses will be offered.

Registration is open and all proceeds from the event will benefit the Semper Fi Fund.

This is a family-friendly event and children are welcome to participate.

The race is held in honor of Maj. Megan McClung, who was the first female USMC officer killed in combat during the Iraq War.

For information, call Michael McClung at
360-320-3013 or go to www.meganmcclungmem
orialrun.com.