Dear Runners :
Welcome to the Hudson Valley and the third Walkway Marathon ! You will find this course to be a beautiful introduction to our region that will entice you to return to enjoy our historic sites , great restaurants , outdoor adventures and natural wonders , particularly “ America ’ s First River ,” the Hudson .
Health Quest is pleased to be a major sponsor of the Walkway Over the Hudson and the Walkway Marathon . These races exemplify our commitments to wellness and our community . If you need a hospital or doctor , we are here for you . Our job is to care for you and to keep you healthy by encouraging proper nutrition , fitness and holistic wellness .
For the fourth year in a row , Health Quest is sponsoring a program called Get Fit Hudson Valley . We encourage residents and visitors to take advantage of this marvelous Walkway and walk , run , stroll or bike its 2 + miles on a regular basis . There are many other sites partnering with us to encourage you to get moving , stay in shape , lose weight and feel better . Visit the program ’ s website at GetFitHV . com for further details and to register your participation . Post a selfie with the hashtag # GetFitHV on Instagram or Twitter . You have a chance to win great prizes , but everyone who takes part is a winner because there is no better reward than good health .
Our nearly 6,000 Health Quest employees join me in wishing you the best in your race , and if you are visiting us from afar , we hope you will come back to the Hudson Valley soon . Whether you run to win or try to set a new personal record , may the wind be at your back and may you have a safe , enjoyable race .
Sincerely , Robert Friedberg | President and CEO
Dear Walkway Participant ! Congratulations on being part of the Third Annual Walkway Marathon !
This was one of the ideal events we considered and hoped for when the Walkway Over the Hudson was just a long shot dream . Your commitment and fortitude in your pursuit as a participant are akin to the fighting spirit it took to bring the dream of this walkway and this event to reality .
I applaud you for your passion and thank you for being part of this great event ! I wish for you a safe race and a happy return to our Walkway many times in the future !
Sincerely , Chuck Benfer Market President – Poughkeepsie | Sussex
06.11.2017
WALKWAY MARATHON IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DUTCHESS COUNTY GOVERNMENT