Saturday, June 5, 2010 -- Morgantown, WV
Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon (iPO Event Id#: 12605)

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• 2010 Course is Certified // The USATF certification number is WV09009MS.

• NO Race Day Registration // Limited to 600 participants. See "REGISTRATION"

• TWO Race Start Times ** // 8:30 am and 9:00 am

  ** Your start time and bus schedule will be posted 3 days prior to the race on www.montrails.org - YOU are responsible for knowing your start time, you will not be notified.

10TH ANNUAL

Your entry fee helps to maintain the trail. "Donate to the Cause"

Photo by Maria af Rolen
iPlayOutside will provide PHOTOS!

Celebrate National Trails Day with this mostly downhill half marathon run on the Deckers Creek Trail. It has an elevation drop of approximately 800 feet over the span of the 13.1 mile distance. It is a two-surface course, providing a challenging, yet enjoyable experience for runners. The trail surface is packed limestone for the first 10.4 miles and asphalt for the final 2.7 miles.

The half-marathon begins in Masontown, WV and finishes at the Hazel Ruby McQuain Riverfront Park in Morgantown. There will be seven water stops along the way.

PACKET PICK-UP

Location
Hazel Ruby-McQuain Park
1125 University Avenue
Morgantown, WV 26505

Time
Packet Pick-up will be from 6:30-8:00 AM.

Race Start Transportation & Times
--- Buses will leave at 7:30 AM for the 8:30 AM start
--- Buses will leave at 8:00 AM for the 9:00 AM start

Note that there are are two race start times: 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. Your start time and bus schedule will be posted 3 days prior to the race on www.montrails.org - YOU are responsible for knowing your start time, you will not be notified.

Bus transportation will be provided by WVU Hospitals to the Deckers Creek Trailhead in Masontown, the race start. MAKE SURE YOU CATCH THE BUS!

REGISTRATION . ENTRY FEE

There is NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION
Due to the increase of participants, they can no longer allow same day registration and logistically ensure that all runners have a bus ride to the start. Participants must submit a completed registration form and pay a registration fee for qualification. Fees are non-refundable.

$40 Entry Fee // MUST be received by May 26, 2010

Your fee includes bus transportation to the race start, a t-shirt, finish-line refreshments, and live music. This event is limited to 600 participants, so reserve your spot now!

• [ Register online at Active.com ]

• [ Print pdf Registration Form ]

  Make your check payable to MRTC
  Mail to --- MRTC, PO Box 282, Morgantown, WV 26507-0282

• All proceeds benefit the Mon River Trails Conservancy to help manage and maintain the Mon River and Deckers Creek Trails.

PHOTOS // Race coverage including photos, recap, posted results provided by iPlayOutside!

AWARDS // Announced at 1:00 PM Custom awards will be presented to:

-- Overall open class 1st thru 5th male // Overall open class 1st thru 5rd female
-- Top three male finishes in each age group: 19&under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+
-- Top three female finishes in each age group: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50+
-- The Caboose Award

TIMING

Timing will be provided by the Morgantown RoadRunners. Course support and race timing will close at 12:00 pm. There is one timing clock- those starting at 9:00 AM will need to subtract 30 minutes from the timing clock for finish time.

A complete listing of times and places will be posted at the finish and will be available at iPlayOutside.com - race times on iplayoutside.com and printed times will reflect your correct finish time.

VISITOR INFORMATION // Stay, Eat, Play in Morgantown, WV

Morgantown's 5.000 rooms ensures an abundance of amenities at multiple price points. From luxury to log cabin, condos to cottages, family-friendly suites to value-priced motels— Morgantown accommodates all visitors.

Throughout the city, upscale dining rooms coexist with neighborhood bistros, family-owned eateries, spirited pubs and high-profile chain establishments. Tastes from around the world define the art of dining, whether it's a family affair, romantic rendezvous, or alfresco by the water's edge.

TO BENEFIT

All proceeds from this event will be used to help maintain the trail, so donations are greatly appreciated!

The goal of the Mon River Trails Conservancy (a non-profit 501c3 volunteer organization) is to maintain both trails to the highest standards possible. Your funds help make this possible.

Help the MRTC raise funding for resurfacing sections of the Deckers Creek Trail and trail head enhancements.

Currently, 48 miles of the Mon River / Caperton / Deckers Creek Rail-Trails are open for non-motorized use, primarily walking, cycling, jogging, and cross-country skiing with a smooth, durable surface for wheel-chair use and all types of bicycles. In Morgantown and Star City, eight miles of trail are paved, allowing for in-line skating. The rail-trail connects three counties, Marion, Monongalia, and Preston Counties in North Central West Virginia.

Start Date:	2010-06-05
Event Name:	Deckers Creek Trail Half Marathon
Location(s):	Morgantown, WV 26505 Hazel Ruby-McQuain Park, 1125 University Ave. Morgantown, WV 26505
Event Type(s):	Run
Event Distance(s):	13.1mi
Contact(s):	Ella Belling    Phone: 304-296-6185    Email: ella@montrails.org
Affiliate(s):	Mon River Trails Conservancy
Comments:	NO race day registration, Two Race Starts 8:30 A.M. & 9:00 A.M.
Offsite URL:	montrails.org/events10dcthm.shtml