7th Annual Nick Van Dyke Shamrock Shuffle March 17
On Saturday, March 17, family, friends and area sports enthusiasts will come together at the Lauderdale Landing to celebrate the life and legacy of Nick Van Dyke, a local man who died unexpectedly in a work-related accident when he was 28 years old.
In March 2011, Van Dyke helped organize the first Shamrock Shuffle (which was sponsored by his employer, Lauderdale Landing) because it combined two of his favorite activities: St. Patrick’s Day and distance running.
The owners of Lauderdale Landing, Marty and Mike Healy, decided to honor his memory by incorporating Nick’s name in the event the following year and designating the money raised for a scholarship, awarded to a graduating senior, from Nick’s alma mater Elkhorn Area High School, whose post-secondary educational goals involve a career in the automotive field.
The event has grown each year in numbers and thanks to the generosity of event sponsors, donors and participants, the organizing committee has been able to expand the focus to include “Spread the Love” recipients.
Participants can choose a 2-, 3-, or 5-mile course along Westshore Drive, which offers an amazing view of the Lauderdale Lakes shoreline.
Pre-registration is available and sign-up on the day of the event is also an option, beginning at 9 a.m. until the run/walk begins at 11 a.m. at a cost of $20.
For more information including event details or to register visit lauderdalelanding.com, nvdshamrockshuffle.com or through the “Nick Van Dyke Shamrock Shuffle” page on Facebook.
