CAPON VALLEY 50K RUN

TWELFTH ANNUAL CAPON VALLEY 50K RUN    

MAY 8, 2010

WHO'S REGISTERED

Run for a cause.  We can’t do it without you. Our past runs have raised over $66,000.00 for our community with funds going to the Capon Springs Volunteer Fire and Rescue, the Capon Valley Ruritan, and Edgebrook.org---a  grief counseling workshop.  With our run it doesn’t only mean the monies raised.  All left over tee shirts are distributed among the community’s children and adults.  The perishable foods are delivered to a soup kitchen, the canned sodas and bottled water are given to the fire department to use for their next fund raiser and our homemade barbecued chicken is frozen and given to the Salvation Army to be used for a dinner for homeless children.  To all past runners, we depend on you to spread the word--- please let your run clubs know about our run.  If you haven't run our race, please take the time to see what we do to make this race a great run (click here)!

      We have a wonderful course of woodland trails filled with natural beauty.  You will enjoy our breathtaking scenery and quiet country atmosphere.  The course is hilly, and the footing is generally excellent – very runnable.  There are a number of stream crossings, and just a few rocky areas.  The trail contains only about 1 mile of pavement each way – to get from the Ruritan (base camp) to the trailhead,  and from the trailhead back to the Ruritan.  It contains about 1/3 of a mile of pavement during the race, just before stop 3.   Less than 2 miles of the course is run on gravel roads.   (More)   Maps are available on race day, and the entire trail is clearly marked.  Runner completion time limit is about 8 hours. This is a great run for first time marathoners.

Each runner will receive a Participation Award.  In addition, awards will go to the first man/first women and top ten finishers.  This year the first 25 finishers will be entered into a drawing for 3 night/4 days at the all inclusive Barceló Maya Beach Resort in the Mayan Riviera, Mexico.  This will include roundtrip airfare, hotel accommodations, and all inclusive features.  (Prize is subject to availability, taxes and black out dates apply.  Airline to be named at a later date)  Each runner also gets his/her choice of a free homemade barbecued chicken or vegetarian dinner after the race, Additional dinners  may be purchased for $10 each.  Runners MUST be 18 on race day.

facilities:   TOILETS with running water available at the Ruritan Park. Free outside SHOWERS also available at the Ruritan Park.  Plenty of snacks and drinks for the runners at 6 aid stations AND ONE WATER STATION (approximately every 5 miles) and at the finish.  Our COUNTRY STORE serving the community for over 50 years - check it out - wonderful old country atmosphere - gas, ice, snacks, drinks, etc.  LODGING:  Plenty of free flat parking for campers. Or stay at the historic Capon Springs Resort (see note below).  We have several B&B’s in the area.  Click on lodging for more information.  We will have BREAKFASTS for purchase Saturday morning at the Ruritan Club.

NO VEHICLES PERMITTED ON THE COURSE or at aid stations; however, transportation will be available for spectators, volunteers and for any runners unable to continue.  We will carry marked bags to the aid stations as requested.

 RUNNER QUOTES:  “We had an absolutely fantastic time… We have never run in such beautiful country… The most fun we’ve had in years… One of the most scenic runs I have ever run… Can’t say enough about the volunteers, friendliness, cheerfulness and support… Congratulations to you and your staff on another great event… Course was spectacular… Aid stations were most excellent… Great trail marking… My favorite run… We’ll be back every year... just a quick note to thank you for one of the most extraordinary experiences I've ever had. This was my first ultra, as well as my first trail run and I couldn't be happier right now.”

 New Start Time and Place:                  7:00 AM           Ruritan Park, River Road, Yellow Spring, WV

Run Briefing:                              6:30 AM                                                                                                                                          

Entry fee received by April 17:     $75                 Entry fee received after April 17:     $85

Friday, May 7th                        6-9PM                There will be a runner’s mixer, door prizes and  packets will be available. 

                                                                          Saturday, packets will be available at 5:30am

Extra barbecue chicken dinners  $10

Information:  Robin Kane    Phone:    304-874-4073        E-mail:     robinkane@msn.com

     ALL RUNNERS MUST SIGN UP ON LINE AT www.active.com/page/Event_Details.htm?event_id=1784525  NO PAPER ENTRIES.

REGISTRATION OPENS SEPTEMBER 15. 2009

 LIMITED TO 200 RUNNERS        Entries close MAY 3!!!         Sanctioned by USA Track and Field                        

DIRECTIONS:   From the intersection of I 66 and I 81:   North on I 81 for 10 miles to exit 310, Left onto Route 37 (western by-pass around Winchester).  Left on Route 50 and go west for 12 miles;   Left on Route 259 and go south (green highway sign says to Wardensville) for 10 miles to Yellow Spring.  Cross the cement bridge, turn right on River Road (just past the post office and general store) to the Ruritan Park on the left (about ¼ mile).  There is a sign for the Ruritan on Route 259, but it is difficult to see after dark.  It is 100 miles and approximately 1¾ hours from D.C. on excellent roads with beautiful scenery.  It would be a good idea to look at a map. 

From North on I 81:  West on Route 37 (exit 317); go about 4 miles turn west on Route 50, then follow above.

From South on I 81:  West on Route 55 (exit 296); go 20 miles to first stop sign (that’s right!).  At stop sign turn right on Route 259; go 10 miles to Yellow Spring; left on River Road (before the cement bridge) to Ruritan Club on left.

 "This year, make your race a vacation at the Capon Springs & Farms Resort and we will reimburse you for your race entry fee*!  Since much of your Saturday will be spent running through the secluded mountain woods of Capon Springs and Farms, consider joining us here for Friday and Saturday nights as well.  You can fuel yourself up Friday night before the race and regain your energy afterwards with our made-from-scratch family-style meals.  Help your body recover with our fresh mountain spring water that flows freely throughout the resort, including the swimming pool.  Reserve a massage to ease those sore muscles. Resort is located a few miles from the start/finish line – easy scenic drive.  Contact us for complete information at http://www.26823.com.  Note that our rates reflect an all-inclusive meals and facility use package; therefore they are higher than standard hotel lodging only fees. Stay both Friday and Saturday nights and we will reimburse you the $75 entry fee.  Stay only one night and we will reimburse half of the fee.