Maritimes journalists will take part in the "Green Marathon" from Sberbank

May 182013 the residents of Primorye for the second time to take part in All-Russian project "Green Marathon" which will take place simultaneously in 42 cities, including Beijing. The mass sprint at 4.2 km organized by Sberbank of Russia to support a healthy lifestyle and the XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi. For members of the media Primorye at the event established a special nomination - "Press Marathon." The winner of the competition among the media will receive a special prize and the opportunity to plant a tree name its editorial on the green alley of the event. The number of participants from one media is not restricted.

The massive event will be held with the support of Vladivostok City Administration for Sports waterfront from 10:00 to 15:00 hours, the start of the running of the program is scheduled for 12:00. Olympic race route will be 4.2 km (1/10 marathon) and it will be on the street. Svetlanskaya from its intersection with the street. Aleutian to the stop. "Dalzavod" and vice versa. Participant in the marathon can be anyone, regardless of age and physical fitness. The distance to overcome not necessarily - just go to start and enjoy the atmosphere of universal unity and passion for sport. The winners and prize-winners will receive medals, awards and prizes, and good humor will be provided to all participants regardless of the outcome.

We remind you that the project "Green Marathon" became a member of the campaign "Billion Tree", the launch of which in 2007 was given around the world by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). National Project Savings - General Partner of the XXII Olympic Winter Games in Sochi - the "Green Marathon" was first held in 2012. In May, at the start there were more than 30000 fans of sports and healthy lifestyle of the 42 cities of Russia. Were planted more than 1700 trees and shrubs. "Green Marathon" aims to support and promote among Russians of sports and healthy lifestyle, the Olympic values and to develop a responsible approach to the environment.

All the participants were waiting for a large-scale, family party with contests, prizes and a mass concert. Every single member of the race can take a step to a healthier lifestyle and feel involvement in the XXII Olympic Winter Games 2014 in Sochi. At the conclusion of the sports race participants and guests will be able to contribute to the improvement of the city and the country's sustainable development, continuing the tradition of planting seedlings.