Runners and walkers of all ages and abilities will gather in Vienna Saturday, June 19, 2004 at 8:00 a.m. for the Capital One Toucan 10K. The race will be held on a USATF-certified course through Vienna's historic district and on the scenic W&OD Regional Railroad Park trail. Pre-race warm-ups begin at 7:40. More than 500 runners are expected, including the run's honorary chair, Congressman Tom Davis.

Cash prizes will be awarded to the top three finishers, male and female ($100 for first place, $75 for second place, $50 for third place). The top winners, male and female, in 10 year age groups (under 19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, over 80) will receive other exciting prizes such as gift baskets filled with goodies, restaurant gift certificates, local retail gift cards, and so much more. In addition, random prizes will be awarded!

Even if you are not a runner, come out and cheer for those who are and support the children and youth in Alternative House programs.

The entry fee is $20 before June 12, and $25 after that date. Registrants will receive an awesome tee shirt and other goodies. Plenty of free parking is available on site and nearby.

Register online now. It's quick and easy, and you will receive an instant confirmation of your entry. Runners may also register in person on race day from 6:45 to 8:00 a.m. at the finish line near the Caboose on Church and Dominion Streets in Vienna. Packet pick-up and on-site registration will also be held on June 18 from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. at Vienna Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Park Street and Maple Avenue (Route 123) The address of the church is 124 Park Street, Vienna.

This year's Capital One Toucan 10K Run is expected to raise more than $60,000 to help support the children and youth in Alternative House programs. The run benefits Alternative House in its efforts to aid at-risk children, youth, and families and abused, homeless, and runaway youth. Alternative House is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to providing positive choices for children, youth and families. Founded 32 years ago, it provides:

Safe shelter, food and counseling for abused, homeless and runaway teens;

Free counseling and referrals for youth and families 24 hours a day at 1-800-SAY-TEEN;

A neighborhood drop-in center in the Culmore area of Bailey's Crossroads where youth find positive alternatives to substance abuse and violence;

A van-based outreach program to help homeless and at-risk young people find the resources they need to be safe; and

Neighborhood-based counselors to help young people stay in school and away from drugs and violence.

For more information on Alternative House programs or the Capital One Toucan 10K Run, please visit the race Web site or call (703) 506-9191.