ORANGE BEACH, AL - Spectrum Resorts and the Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics are pleased to once again partner with Gulf Coast Event Group for the Fifth Annual “Race to the Top of the Tower at Turquoise Place”, on Friday, February 26 at 6 p.m.

This stairwell race up 31 floors to the top of Turquoise Place Tower, is open to everyone and will benefit the Special Olympics of Alabama. 

This race is open to the general public as well as all local and regional firefighters, police, EMS, and military personnel. Come out and test your fitness level with our local heroes for the bragging rights to the “Top of the Tower Champion” title. 

“We are thrilled to once again be a part of such an amazing event, and encourage everyone to come out and help make a difference for the Special Olympics of Alabama,” says Colby Turner, Director of Revenue and Marketing for Spectrum Resorts.   

Participants can sign up for the race at their station, register online at www.GulfCoastHalf.com, or at Turquoise Place prior to the start of the race.  The cost is $25 per person with 100 percent of the proceeds going directly to the Special Olympics of Alabama.

All participants will enjoy a post event celebration in the Penthouse at Turquoise Place.  The Race to the Top of the Tower is the kick-off event for the Gulf Coast Half Marathon weekend.

About Spectrum Resorts

Spectrum Resorts manages approximately 500 upscale vacation rentals in Gulf Shores and Orange Beach, Alabama. The company’s Gulf Coast rentals reside within two of the region’s most popular, full-service resort properties: The Beach Club and Turquoise Place. Through the unique Spectrum Experience which combines vacation rentals with hotel-like services and amenities—including on-site check-in and concierge services. www.spectrumresorts.com

About Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics

Law Enforcement Torch Run® for Special Olympics (LETR) is a volunteer movement that was established by members of the law enforcement community to support Special Olympics. The mission of LETR is to increase awareness and raise funds for the Special Olympics movement. www.alabamaletr.com

About Gulf Coast Event Group

Gulf Coast Event Group was founded in 2009 and has successful event planning experience in the endurance & athletic sectors. Owned and operated by Michael Wattigny & Adam Guess, Gulf Coast Event Group owns the Gulf Coast Half Marathon Series & it’s partners individually own the Bridge to Bridge 5K, the Huey P Long Bridge Run, the Battleship 12K and manage numerous other events. www.gulfcoasteventgroup.com