Runners For Oceans

The oceans cover about two-thirds of the surface of the Earth and are the very foundations of life. They generate most of the oxygen we breathe, absorb a large share of carbon dioxide emissions, provide food and nutrients, regulate climate, and are important economically for countries that rely on tourism, fishing and other marine resources for income, and serve as the backbone of international trade.

World Oceans Day is celebrated every June 8. It has been celebrated unofficially since its original proposal in 1992 by Canada’s International Centre for Ocean Development (ICOD) and the Ocean Institute of Canada (OIC) at the Earth Summit – UN Conference on Environment and Development (UNCED) in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. World Oceans Day was officially recognized by the United Nations in late 2008.

Why Oceans Day

We celebrate World Oceans Day to remind everyone of the major role the oceans have in everyday life. They are the lungs of our planet, providing most of the oxygen we breathe. The purpose of the Day is to inform the public of the impact of human actions on the ocean, develop a worldwide movement of citizens for the ocean, and mobilize and unite the world’s population on a project for the sustainable management of the world’s oceans. They are a major source of food and medicines and a critical part of the biosphere. In the end, it is a day to celebrate together the beauty, the wealth and the promise of the ocean.

Run for Corals: Coastal Impact, Goa

Founded in 2009 in Goa, Coastal Impact is a marine conservation NGO dedicated to restoring India’s coral reefs and fostering ocean stewardship through science, education, and community engagement. Their mission is to regenerate damaged marine ecosystems while inspiring people to protect and celebrate India’s rich coastal biodiversity.

Visit coastalimpact.in to learn more and get involved.

FAQs

Which is the starting point of Runners For Oceans( RFO)?

RFO will be flagged off from Domestic Cruise Terminus, Dockyard Road, Mumbai & will culminate at the same point.

Will the Timing Chip & Finishers’ Certificate be provided to the Runners?

RFO is a timed event and the Timing Chip, BIB and the Finishers’ Certificate will be provided to all the runners (10km).

Terms & Conditions

I declare, confirm and agree as follows:

(i) The information given by me in this entry form is true and I am solely responsible for the accuracy of this information;

(ii) Have fully understood the risk and responsibility of participating in the event and will be participating entirely at my own risk and responsibility;

(iii) Understand the risk of participating on a course with vehicular traffic, even if the course may be regulated / policed;