Race Information
Distances
Half-marathon (13.1 miles) begins 8:45 am. One loop course that
starts and finishes at the Wappingers Recreation Area (see map for
directions). Mostly flat, some rolling hills. USATF certified. Miles
marked. Water stations every 1.5 - 2 miles.
5K (3.1 miles) begins 9:00 am. Flat and fast out and back course.
Kids Fun Run (1 mile) begins 8:30 am. Out and back, flat. Lots of
cheering for the kids!
Where
Starts and ends at Wappingers Recreation Area, Robinson Lane,
Wappingers Falls, New York.
Directions from North
From points north, go South on Taconic Parkway to Arthursburg Road
(right turn off Taconic), 2 miles to turn left on Robinson Lane, 1 mile
to Wappingers Recreation Area on left.
Directions from South
From New York City and points south, go North on Taconic Parkway to
the Noxon Road exit (first exit after the exits for Route 82). At the
end of the ramp, go left on Noxon Road. Go about 1/2 mile and at the
stop sign, make a right on Noxon Road. Go about 1 mile to stop light and
turn left on Robinson Lane. Go about 1 mile to Wappingers Recreation
Area on the left.
Directions from Route 9, North or South
From Route 9 to Wappingers Falls, turn east on Route 93 (also known
as Myers Corners Road - Hannaford on corner). Go 4 miles to Route 376
(make right on 376), then 3/4 mile to Robinson Lane. Left on Robinson
Lane, 1 mile to Wappingers Recreation Area on left.
Race Fees
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Pre-Registration*
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Race Day
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Half Marathon
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$32
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$35
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5K
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$18
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$20
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Kids 1 Mile (ages 12 and under)
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$ 7
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$10
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* Applies to entries received on or before September 19, 2008 or
registered at the pre-race expo and party. Race packets can be picked up
at the pre-race expo on September 20 or on race day from 7:00 - 8:00 am
at the Wappingers Recreation Area.
Tee shirts guaranteed to all runners pre-registered by September 1,
2008.
Family rate: only pay for the first four runners in a family.
Register online to receive an extra discount on these prices!
Go to
active.com to register online - we encourage you to do this. There
is not extra fee - but rather you get a discount to register
online!
Limits
Runners may register for only one race. Course maintenance will cease
3 hours after start. No baby strollers.
Awards and Divisions
Awards to first five places in each age division. Ceremony will begin
as soon as possible after each race.
Half Marathon
For both male and female: up to 18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39,
40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
5K
For both male and female: up to 14, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34,
35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over.
Kids 1 Mile Race
For both male and female: up to 7, 8-9, 10-12
Wappinger Recreation Area Facilities
Refreshments
Refreshments served after each race.
Massage Tent
Half marathoners will have free access to massage therapists and
other therapy services after the race.
Facilities
Adequate parking around the start and finish area. Port-a-johns
available. Absolutely no parking on Robinson Lane.