Arlington Two-Fifths Marathon -- 10.486 Miles Run/Walk (a.k.a. Arlington Double Fifth-a-thon)
Sun September 26, 2010 Arlington, TX 76006 US DirectionsPlace
Arlington, TX US 76006
Description
You’ve yearned to do a double-digit mile race. Have faith! We’ll help you make all this happen. This race provides a chance to finally step into the two-digit mile zone (10.486 mils) in an official race and you can also associate it with the Marathon mania (2/5 of a marathon) – all in one race. If you’re already into double-digit mile races, it could be a good training long run on the way to local or nearby area longer distance races in October to December. This race will engage a gorgeous East trail at River Legacy Parks in Arlington, TX -- going over bridges & under bridges, straight portions & curved portions, slight up inclines & slight down inclines and flat stretches, wooded areas & open areas… Net race proceeds to Girls Inc of Tarrant County, Meals On Wheels, SafeHaven of Tarrant County. For more info, call 817-265-4578 or e-mail jephaa@yahoo.com.
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Awards:
Awards will be given to 1st Overall male and female finishers, 1st Masters male and female finishers. 1st Seniors male and female finishers. Top 3 finishers in the following age/gender groups also will be awarded: 14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80 & Over. Finisher medals to all finishers.
Beneficiary
Net proceeds will be given to Girls Inc. of Tarrant County -– “inspiring all girls to be strong, smart and bold”; Meals On Wheels of Tarrant County, ”...promoting the dignity & independence of the disabled, the elderly and other homebound persons by delivering nutritious meals and coordinating needed services.”; SafeHaven of Tarrant County “with a mission to end family violence through safety, support, prevention and social change”. The donated school supplies & packaged foods & toiletries and personal hygiene items will go to Girls Inc, Meals On Wheels and SafeHaven respectively..
City:
Arlington, TX 76006
Directions, etc.
This is a fun & competitive race in beautiful River Legacy Parks in north Arlington. This race will engage a gorgeous East trail --- going over bridges & under bridges, straight portions & curved portions, slight up inclines & slight down inclines and flat stretches, wooded areas & open areas. DIRECTIONS FROM DALLAS, FORT WORTH, etc. Exit onto N. Cooper off I-30 in Arlington and go N. Turn L at the intersection of Cooper & Green Oaks. Turn R at the very next intersection/light and go into the Park. Continue on the park entrance road. Turn L at the first road on the left. Continue on that road until you see the race activity.
History:
This will be inaugural edition of this race – probably anywhere in the world. Complete results will be posted on the Web at several sites, including www.runningintheusa.com
Offline Fees:
Mail-in fees are $25 if mailed by 9/18/10 (Forms may be obtained by e-mail by contactingjephaa@yahoo.com or visiting http://www.runningintheusa.com/jeph on the Web). Walk-in fees through Sept. 25 are $25 at The Runner, 3535 W. Pioneer Pkwy, Arlington, TX 76013 (817-461-2281). Race day fees are $30.
Purpose:
1. Offers unvarnished racing fun & competition. 2. Provides a chance to do the shortest double-digit mile race associated with the marathon (for those who can’t run/walk too far) and a good training run (for those already used to longer distance races).. 3.Provides some funds to three organizations which address some serious problems and cater to victims of those problems in our midst.
COURSE WILL CLOSE AT 11:30 AM (allows for a 20 min/mile pace).
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