It's that time of year again - Islanders are being urged to 'Dash in the Dark' for the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance (HIOWAA).
Following the success of last year's virtual event, the night-time 5km fun run is returning in September.
In the last year the charity says it has suffered "substantial financial loss". It is therefore encouraging Islanders to sign up to raise vital funds.
Participants can either run, walk or jog their way around Southampton Common.
Money raised will go towards helping to keep the service's doctors, paramedics and pilots on the frontline.
HIOWAA Director of Fundraising, Rachel Leaman, said:
"This will be our first major fundraising event for over a year. And we are over the moon that we can offer our supporters a chance to get together once again.
"Dash in the Dark is a 5k for everyone: whether it’s your first or your 50th, it promises to be a fun-filled evening which will raise much needed funds for us."
The pandemic meant last year’s Dash in the Dark was held virtually, but the 2019 event hosted over 700 runners and raised over £30,000.
Rachel added:
"Our first Dash in the Dark, and the subsequent virtual event, received such positive feedback; it is extremely fitting that the first mass participation event since Covid-19 is Dash in the Dark.
"The Charity has had to respond to significant financial losses, and events such as these are vital to keeping us on the frontline, saving lives."
Tickets are on sale now, with the charity announcing it has already sold nearly 100 places. It will cost adults £20 and children £16.
Check in on the night will open at 6.30pm. The warm up will start at 7:30pm, with the 5km dash beginning at 7:45pm, as darkness falls.
HIOWAA is encouraging participants to light up the night by donning neon face paints, fancy dress and glow sticks.
A full refund will be available to any participants who are forced to self isolate and/or quarantine due to COVID-19.
For more information you can visit www.hiowaa.org.
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