The 21.1km route is widely regarded as one of the most scenic trails in this region and will take runners through the indigenous forest surrounding the campus.
“Although it is a challenging route, it is not too difficult; therefore we invite both runners and walkers to participate,” said Hugo Loubser of the university’s Sport Office.
All participants who successfully complete the half-marathon will receive a special NMMU medal.
Registration will take place at the campus’ rugby field on the day of the event from 06:45 for the 08:00 start.
To turn the day into a family outing, the university added a 5km fun run/walk to the programme. This race will start at 08:10.
For more information, contact the Sport Office at NMMU George at telephone no: 044 801 5111.
NMMU George Campus students, Pieter du Plessis (left) and Francois Brooks (right) with Dekker Vermeulen, a member of the local organising committee. The 2013 half-marathon will be Vermeulen’s 17’th and last half-marathon as he is retiring at the end of the year.