“Mud Run” Raises over $25,000 for FOP Research
A pair of Iowa FOP families joined forces to generate more than $25,000 for the IFOPA at the 33rd annual Living History Farms race held November 19, 2011 in Des Moines, IA.
The families of FOP members Kyle McWilliams of Victor, IA, and Lincoln Wheelock of Des Moines, IA combined to enter 31 participants in the race billed as the biggest cross country race in North America. Runners were asked to generate pledges as they competed in the seven mile off road race on a trail that runs through rugged terrain, numerous creeks and streams, fields, and steep embankments. Over 7,500 runners participated in the race that has been profiled in Runner’s World, Running Times and other magazines.
Following the event, runners and family members gathered at the home of Lee and Trisha Wheelock in Des Moines for lunch and fellowship.
Kyle is the son of Curt and Margaret McWilliams and is a junior at HLV Community High School in Victor, IA. Lincoln attends preschool and is the son of Lee and Trisha Wheelock of Des Moines.
Runners and family pose with FOP member Kyle McWilliams for a group photo prior to the start of the Living History Farms race in Des Moines, IA on November 19, 2011.
Over 7,500 runners participated in the 33rd annual Living History Farms race, an IFOPA fundraiser conducted by the families of FOP members Kyle McWillams and Lincoln Wheelock.
Runners Trisha Wheelock, Laura Kuechenmeister and Lee Wheelock enjoy a lighter moment during the seven mile race.
Nick and Mallory McWilliams pause and refresh after completing the seven mile cross country course.
Thank you everyone for making this event a great success!
