Oct. 8 Slo-Poker Run includes 14 local stops

Oct. 8 Slo-Poker Run includes 14 local stops
Oct. 8 The Seventh Annual Slo-Poker Run benefitting the Children’s Miracle Network will be held on Oct. 8 on the waterways of the Orange Beach and Gulf Shore area.sponsored by RE/MAX of Orange Beach and Paradise Marine Center. The event, created around the concept of friends and family enjoying a day on the water together, begins at 10 a.m. and the entry fee is $50 per hand. Buy as many hands as you want, and two additional cards may be purchased at Barber Marina.
Start the run at any of the following official stops: Lulu’s Restaurant, Tacky Jacks – Gulf Shores, Wharf Marina, Barber Marina, Pirate’s Cove , Flippers at Bear Point Marina, Sunset Grill, Pleasure Island Tiki at Sportsman Marina, Anchor Bay, Fishers at OB Marina, Tacky Jacks – Orange Beach, Happy Harbors, Outcast Charter Docks @ Caribe and Flora Bama Yacht Club.
Not your typical Poker Run, the event will feature some interesting twists to keep participants on their toes. Only 5 of the twelve stops must be completed to make a poker hand. Start at any of the locations at 10 a.m. and end the day at Barber’s Marina in Elberta at 3 p.m. to determine the winner. The 1st place winner earns $1,000. The second best hand is good for $750, and 3rd place is worth $500. There will be free food, drinks, music & lots of fun at the party.
All net proceeds benefit the Children at USA Children’s & Women’s Hospital. Visit slopokerrun.com to enter the event online. Call Vickie Daily of RE/MAX of Orange Beach at 251-968-2790 or email vdaily@patrickdaily.com for more info.