Nick Mowers Memorial 5K Run/Walk

Experience a scenic race course that takes you throughout historic downtown Wilmington. “The course has a lot of variety, and gives visitors a tour of many of the most interesting and beautiful parts of the city,” said one past participant from Pennsylvania.

The race route travels across beautiful Brandywine Park on the Brandywine River, along prestigious parkways, through historic neighborhoods of Wilmington and past downtown’s Rodney Square but without some of the confusing turns and crossovers. Choose from a full marathon, half-marathon, 10k, or 5k. Bring a friend to take advantage of our referral rewards to earn cash and gear. Non-runners can join us at start/finish line at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park for a great party with live music, vendors and activities for the whole family.

We believe this is your best chance to run a certified 26.2 mile road marathon in Delaware! We are a USATF certified Boston Marathon Qualifier and historically 10%-12% of our marathon runners have qualified for the Boston Marathon.

FINISHER MEDALS FOR ALL!

Be a part of this flat and fast 10 Mile race that takes you along the Delaware River with spectacular views. There is a 5K option available too!

This event is respectively known as the Broad Street alternative race. Whether you didn't get into Broad Street, or simply want different scenery, this is a great race choice and even better after party.

Celebrate your run with an after party at the AMAZING waterfront Shipyard event space featuring beautiful views of the Delaware River and Delaware Memorial Bridge.

Charity Partner for this race is HEADstrong Foundation. Learn more here: www.Headstrong.org

Race Features:

• Scenic Course Course Map: https://www.plotaroute.com/route/3214192

• Flat and Fast (80 feet of total elevation change - under 10 feet per mile!)

• Chip Timed with Awards

• 10 Mile and 5K Options (3HR course limit please for the 10 Miler)

• 5K Walkers and All Ages Welcome, need to register to participate for safety of all runners/walkers.

Post Race Features:

• Drink Ticket for all Participants (Alcohol and Non-Alcohol drinks available)

• Multiple Bars and on-site Kitchen

• Food Trucks

• Live Music

• Cornhole, Fire Pits, Adirondack Chairs, Games, Televisions. Be sure to check out The Shipyard On-line.

Amenities:

• Finisher Medal for All Participants

• High Quality Event T-shirt - Women's, Men's/unisex, Youth sizes or Upgrade to Women's Racerback Tank Top for $5 more. Men's Tanks optional for no added fee. Please Register by April 19 to guarantee first choice. Many extras ordered and available while supplies last after April 19.

• Free Photos and Parking!

• Drink Ticket for all participants

• Friendly Volunteers and Refreshment Stations along the course

Race day Packet Pick-Up: 7:30 - 8:30 AM at "Good Day for a Run" tent. Second PPU option TBD.

Volunteers receive a drink ticket for the after-party & free future race! Visit "Volunteer" tab for details & sign up!

Invite Facebook friends on the Event Page here: facebook.com/events/1395923138937489

June of the year of 2020, Jaime Sherrick known as our Mimi was diagnosed with Stage Four Glioblastoma which is a form of Brain Cancer. In the face of Stage Four Glioblastoma, hope, faith, and strength become beacons of light guiding both Mimi and our family through the challenging journey ahead.

Mimi was full of life. Her beauty and kindness shined from the inside to the out. She loved people for who they were. She was caring, compassionate, a devoted mother, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend. Mimi truly had a gift to connect with people, understand them, and make them feel so special. This gift came from her faith and love for the Lord. She was the glue that held our family together, her smile lit up any room she walked into.

Mimi had undergone a total of three invasive surgeries as well as many rounds of Chemotherapy, Avastin, Radiation, and was involved in a Clinical Trial over the duration of just about three years. As Mimi battled this aggressive cancer she was abundantly filled with strength. At the initial diagnosis she was only estimated to have about 16 months to live though, Mimi overcame this obstacle, surpassing that time frame and fighting this aggressive form of cancer. Through these three years our family experienced hardship but despite it all there were so many laughs, “I love you’s”, and the very best memories made that we now cherish.

On February 3, 2023, Mimi was welcomed into heaven. We believe today she is walking the streets of gold and is completely healed! She fought hard and battled this cancer with hope and the belief that miracles do happen every single day. She is and always will be an overcomer!

Through unwavering faith in the resilience of the Lord and the power of medical research, anyone facing this diagnosis can find hope in the pursuit of innovative therapies and breakthroughs, just like Mimi did.

Together, united by determination and courage, anyone can embrace each day with positivity and a smile, fostering a sense of hope that goes beyond the limitations of any prognosis.

To anyone battling Glioblastoma, with advancements in medical science, the landscape of treatment options is continually evolving, instilling faith that breakthroughs may be just around the corner. In the midst of uncertainty, the unwavering strength of the Lord, combined with advancements in medical research, forms a powerful alliance against Stage Four Glioblastoma, lighting the path towards a future filled with hope and healing that miracles are happening.

And to our beautiful Mimi, we will always see you flying within the butterflies. 🦋

Dustin was an accomplished athlete and great student. He was a champion wrestler while in High School and a captain of the wrestling team. He was a “Two-Time Wrestler of the Year” for Today’s Sunbeam. After High School, while attending Wilmington University, Dustin started running. He competed in many Triathlons and Half Iron Man Events. Once he completed two years at Wilmington University, where he was on the Dean’s List each semester, he moved to Delray Beach, Florida for a fresh start to find his way in life. On August 30, 2012 his life was tragically taken from us from a random act of violence.

Dustin made you smile the moment he came into a room. He loved to make others laugh and was never afraid to laugh at himself. In his life he was an inspiration to all who knew and loved him. No matter what he was going through personally, he always had time to make you feel better about any circumstances you may be facing.

In his memory, The Dustin Deckard Scholarship was established, Tax ID #46-0893602, to continue the work he would of done if he was still with us. More than 30 scholarships have been awarded to date.