32nd Annual Whiskey Row Marathon ~ May 1, 2010

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On behalf of North Central University, Prescott YMCA and event sponsors, we welcome you to Arizona's oldest and most scenic Marathon and associated events. We hope you enjoy this historic event.

COURSE - Route

COURSE DESCRIPTION This out and back course is  considered one of the most challenging in the United States. Starting at 5,280 feet, the elevation increases to 7,000 feet over the first 7 miles, then down to 5,600 feet at the 13 mile turn around.  The course is paved road for the first and last 5 miles, while the rest is on a forest service dirt road in the cool pines.  The course offers panoramic views of some of northern    Arizona’s peaks. The 10K race is a loop course.

PARKING  Vehicles will not be allowed to park at the Courthouse Square on the morning of the race. The adjacent streets will be closed to traffic after 5:00am.  Please use the parking spaces on South Granite,  N. Montezuma, W. Goodwin or use the parking garage on S. Granite.

PROCEEDS  Proceeds from the race go into the scholarship fund at the Prescott YMCA to assist children and families in financial need.

RACE START
Prescott Courthouse at Montezuma and Gurley in front of Palace Bar. Early Start Guidelines:  The 5:00am early start is for marathon participants that  cannot finish the course in the six-hour time frame.    Due to  safety concerns, you must be off the course by 12:00pm.  Dogs, skateboards, roller blades, bicycles,  scooters, etc.  are not permitted on the course.

    MARATHON                      6:00am
    HALF MARATHON            7:00am
    2 MILE FUN RUN/WALK    7:15am  
    10K                                   7:30am

RACE FINISH
Prescott Courthouse at Cortez and Union Streets.

RACE HEADQUARTERS  
Hotel St. Michael at 205 West Gurley St., 1-800-678-3757.

PACKET PICK-UP
Friday, April 30 at Race Headquarters, 3:00pm to 8:00pm
Race Day, May 1 at Race Headquarters, 5:00am to 7:15am

ENTRY FEES
MARATHON              $70.00        After 4/10/10    $80.00
HALF MARATHON    $55.00        After 4/10/10    $65.00   
10 K                          $35.00        After 4/10/10    $45.00
2 MILE RUN/WALK    $15.00        After 4/10/10    $20.00

CHIP TIMING
We use “Chrono Track Chip Timing”  (one time use chips on each race bib).

RESULTS 
Race results will be posted at the event and on the RacePlace website within 24 hours at www.raceplaceevents.com.

REGISTRATION
BY MAIL:  Fill out the entire entry form and mail with payment today.    
Do not mail after April 17, 2010.  After April 17, drop off at the Prescott YMCA, 750 Whipple Street, or bring to Race Headquarters.

ONLINE REGISTRATION: www.raceplaceevents.com until April 28, 2010,  6:00pm.MT.

IN PERSON: Register at the Membership Counter at the Prescott YMCA until Apr 29.  On April 30 or May 2 bring to Race Headquarters, Hotel St. Michael.

Entry fees are non-refundable, non-transferable.  Event takes place snow, rain or shine.

AMENITIES 

• Long sleeve technical running shirt to participants in Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10K races. Short sleeve T-shirt to participants in the Two Mile, race volunteers and sponsors.
• Water stations every two miles, offering water, Gatorade and fruit.
• Refreshment Garden
• Commemorative merchandise sales at the finish line.
• Porta-potties on Courthouse Square and 6 water stations.
• Finish line Massage & Stretching
• Finish Line Photography by Zazoosh.com.

AGE DIVISIONS
FULL & HALF MARATHON:  19 & under, 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.
10K: 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.

AWARDS
The awards will be handed out after each event (when top 3 finishers in each age group have crossed finish line) on the east Courthouse steps on Cortez & Union Street.

Approximate award times - 10K: 9:15am, Half: 10:00am, Full: 11:00am

MARATHON, HALF MARATHON, 10K: 
Top 3 male and female age division winners will receive awards.

FINISHER MEDALS for all marathoners, half marathoners and 10Kers.

TWO MILE FUN RUN/WALK:  Ribbons to the first 400 finishers.

PASTA BAR DINNER by Race HQ Sponsor
Carbo load with other runners at Race Headquarters hosted by Hotel St. Michael, Friday, April 30, 5:30pm to 8:00pm.  $12.95 adults,   $8.50 children under 10. With race number, $2 off dinner cost.  All you can eat.

RACE COMMENTS

Thanks so much for a great event (again).  The volunteers this year were amazing.  They were funny, polite and kind.  The water stops with the fruit made for even a better experience then in years past.  Also,  the porta-potties, they were very appreciated.   I have done this race many times but by far this has been one of the best.  The weather was perfect.  We do need to get more people involved the running/walking.  People need to understand that this is a great community event.  We will be back. There are 6 or 7 of us who participate very year.  Some do the 1/2, some the 10K. We always have a great time.  
Please make sure that all of your volunteers get the kudos they deserve, they were awesome.   Thanks for a fun Saturday
~Stephanie

Thank you for a great marathon.  One of my favorite runs.  I think this was my 7th time returning to such a wonderful event.   This was my first marathon in 1996, keep coming back for several reasons.  The volunteers are the best, great water stations.
 ~Darla

We had a wonderful time running our hometown Whiskey Row again this year.  The course was well marked, the volunteers helpful and there was plenty of good food afterward. 
~Cindy

Thank you for another great race that once again, kicked my butt!
I want to thank you and the volunteers for being so kind to John (my golden) before, during and after the race. My time was poor but I let John set the pace..he had run at least 25 half's but this is his first full..I think he may be the first dog to ever participate in a full marathon ...not walking.  It was nice to see the smiles he put on runners faces as they were climbing one of those many hills :)

You did an A-1 job with those medals..absolutely awesome and I LOVE the the slogan "I'm Tough Enough". Also, I have run 30+ marathons and have never seen aide stations that offer you food at every one..that is amazing. People often complain about the type of drink offered or gels whatever..I am truly grateful for WHATEVER you give me. Thank you
~Claudia 

AL CLARK MEMORIAL AWARD

Now accepting nominations for the Al Clark Memorial Award for the 32nd Annual Prescott YMCA Whiskey Row Marathon, May 1, 2010.

Learn More about Al Clark    Print the nomination form