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Join the Long Beach Merchants Association for the 5K and 10K Beach-to-Chowder Run/Walk and the certified Discovery Trail Half Marathon! Dates now set for 2013.
Discovery Trail – Half Marathon Run
September 14, 2013
Spend the weekend in the sun running a half marathon on the Discovery Trail, through the Ocean dunes. Enjoy the scenic half marathon on the flat and paved Discovery Trail, through historic Beard’s Hollow and finishing under the famous World’s Longest Beach arch! Participate in one of eight age divisions, with many prizes available at the awards ceremony. Certified course and chip timed.
Beach to Chowder – 5k & 10k Run/Walk
June 22, 2013
Walk or run a 5k or run a 10K on hard-packed beach sand with ocean waves breaking just a few yards away. Work up an appetite with the race of your choice, then get ready to taste clam chowder while your non-participating family and friends enjoy the Peninsula. Following the race is the Saturday Market at the Ilwaco Marina.
BOTH RACES: REGISTER HERE!
Time: Both events start promptly at 9:00 am. Course closes at 12:00 noon.
Location: Race will start and end in the vicinity of the arch on the Bolstad beach approach in Long Beach. Click for a map of the routes.
Walkers: Non-competitive. Come and enjoy the fun, beach and chowder. Finisher medals for all participants. For 5K only.
Runners: Runners will compete in one of eight age-group divisions. Trophies will be awarded to the top overall male and female finishers in all races. Finisher medals for all participants.
Dogs: 5k only. Must be leashed and under control at all times.
Strollers and spectators are welcome on the 5K run/walk.
Military Discount: $5.00 of 5K/10K; $10.00 OFF of Half Marathon Registration. Email: beachtochowder@gmail.com for more information.