Running
There is an annual marathon in the Island together with a number of half marathons and shorter runs organised annually. The Easter running festival is also popular with its cross-country course.
Athletes also compete within and for Hampshire County.
Charity running events are also well represented.
Hash House Harriers, Hash House Harriets, and Guernsey Full Moon HHH events add to the fun of the sport.
Mike Meinke completed the 156 mile Marathon des Sables across the Sahara in 2013.
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