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DATE:
The race will take place Sunday, Oct. 19, 2008.

RACE START TIME:
8:30 AM

REGISTRATION:
* The race is limited to the first 1500 entrants.
* Entry forms are available online or by mail.
* Registration over the phone or faxed entry
forms will NOT be accepted.
* There will be NO race day registration.
* A confirmation postcard will be mailed to you in September.
* Registration (both online and mail-in) will close
when the maximum field of 1500 participants has
been reached.
* Refunds, name transfers or deferments are
not permitted.

FEES:
$65 through July 31
$75 August 1- September 30
$85 October 1-18

AMENITIES:

All participants will receive a lightweight microfiber running jacket (see registration page).

Other amenities include unique finisher medal, delicious post race refreshments, beer from one of Utah’s outstanding microbreweries, reusable sweat bag, bus ride to the start, and the privilege of running through some of the most beautiful scenery in the country!

WEATHER:
The average high for October 19 is 70º F and the average low is 38ºF. The average rainfall for October is 1 inch.

PACKET PICKUP:
Race packets containing bib, safety pins, microfiber jacket, race program, and assorted other fun goodies can be picked up Saturday, October 18 from 11 AM- 7 PM at Moab Valley Inn 711 S Main St. There is no packet pickup on race day. There are no refunds and no transfers.

AWARDS:
Unique prizes will be awarded to the top three overall male and female winners,1st male and female masters, and male and female age group places 1-3 in the following categories: 12-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-up.

RACE MERCHANDISE:
Hats, Tom Till posters, sweatshirts, pint glasses, and other race memorabilia will be available at packet pickup and the finish line expo.

PHOTOS:
brightroom, inc., a professional event photography company, will be taking photos of runners at the event. After the race, runners are able to go to their website at www.brightroom.com or our website to view and order pictures.


SWEATS:
Vehicles will transport reusable sweat bags (part of your race packet) from the start line to the finish. We are not responsible for any lost articles. There will also be a lost and found at this location.

PASTA DINNER:

A delicious all-you-can-eat feast of pasta, veggie and meat marinara, pesto, salad, bread, garlic butter, dessert, and beverages will be available Saturday, October 18. The dinner will take place at Moab Valley Inn from 5:00–8:30 PM.

COURSE:
The half marathon starts at the historic Dewey Bridge on the Colorado River, near mile post 30 of Highway 128 just outside of Moab. The course parallels the river, amid backdrops of gorgeous scenery, including prominent landmarks Fisher Towers, Castle Rock, and the La Sal Mountains. The first seven miles roll gently; miles 8-12 contain some short hills and mile 13 is a fast downhill to the lush green finish at Sorrel River Ranch Resort.

The course is closed to traffic from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Please Note: dogs, bicycles, strollers, headphones and skates are not allowed on the course. Dogs are not allowed at the Finish area.

COURSE SUPPORT:

Water, Gatorade Endurance Formula, Clif Shots, coffee, hot chocolate and porta-potties will be available at the start line area. There are six aid stations every 2 miles along the course. Aid stations will have Gatorade Endurance Formula, water and porta potties. Mile 6 Aid Station will also have Clif Shots, the official energy gel of The Other Half.

Buses from/to Moab: Buses will pickup runners at Moab Valley Inn and HMK Elementary School at 6:30 AM and transport directly to the race start. 1 bus will depart at approximately 12:15 PM (after the awards ceremony) from the finish area at Sorrel River Ranch and return to Moab. This shuttle is first come, first serve.

Buses from Gravel Park Lot (Mile 16, Hwy 128): Buses will transport runners from a lot 1 mile west of the finish area to the start of the race at 7 AM. Please allow a minimum of 1 hour to drive from Moab to the parking area, park, and load into a bus. Keep in mind there are several hundred participants all driving to the same location to park and catch a bus, so be prepared for heavy traffic entering the parking area - there's only one road in, folks, so your patience is appreciated. In order to ensure a timely race start, we need your cooperation in arriving in a timely manner. To reduce traffic, carpooling is recommended. Please follow the parking staff’s directions at all times and only drive where they direct you.

Buses from Red Cliffs Lodge and Sorrel River Ranch: Buses depart for the start at 7:00 AM; you may catch a bus from these locations only if you are a guest.

~You will be required to show your bib number in order to board the bus~

Spectator Parking: Family and friends who come to watch the finish will park at the Gravel Park Lot.

Shuttles between the finish area and the Gravel Park Lot will run from 9:30 AM—1:00 PM. For those who prefer to walk or jog back, there is a dirt trail.

MOAB & TRAVEL INFORMATION:
Discover Moab – General information on Moab
Moab Weather Forecast – 10 day forecast

Lodging: Sorrel River Ranch and Moab Valley Inn are both offering discounts- see registration page for details.