ACT RUN FOR THE RAINFOREST 5KSaturday, June 21, 2008 | 8:30 amArlington, VA - Marymount University (Ballston Campus)A USATF-certified Marymount University 5K course will take runners along the Bluemont Junction, W&OD and Custis trails of Arlington VA.Location: The race will be held near the Ballston Campus of Marymount University (1000 N. Glebe Road, Arlington, VA 22201); the start line is directly across the street behind the Holiday Inn. The finish line is near the Marymount building (start/finish line within a block of each other). Water stops, food, commemorative item, overall, and age group awards will be provided. Volunteering: We will need approximately 75 volunteers to conduct the event. All volunteers will receive the official Run for the Rainforest T-shirt. $20 Early Bird Registration through April 30th. May through June 21st $25. All registrations are non-refundable.Race Management:Lisa Hundley-Reeves703-522-4684For more information on Amazon Conservation Team, please visit AmazonTeam.org Sponsorhip Opportunities AvailableVolunteering |
Race informationCost: $20 Early Bird Registration through April 30th. May through June 21st $25. All registrations are non-refundable. Top 3 Runner Male Prize: Awards presented to top 3 - $100, $75, $50 Top 3 Runner Female Prize: Awards presented to top 3 - $100, $75, $50 Category Winners' Prizes: Merchandise distributed to male/female winners in the following age group divisions (one deep).
· 14 & Under
· 15-19
· 20-29
· 30-39
· 40-49
· 50-59
· 60-99
· 70+
Refreshments: Food and water from Whole Foods Arlington will be provided at the finish area for runners. An award ceremony will be held after the race. Bathroom facilities: Porta-potties are available in the area of the start/finish line. Handicap accessible porta-potties are also available. Restrictions: Headsets of any kind, dogs on leashes, in-line skates, bicycles and vehicles to transport children are prohibited. Property Storage: There will be no baggage drop-off available at this time. Hazardous Weather: The average temperature at race time is in the 61 to 85 degree range.
Heat Advisory
The weather in June may bring heat and high humidity. Check the weather forecast. In the event of such conditions on race day, be sure to:
* Be adequately hydrated.
a) Drink plenty of water the night before the race;
b) Drink at least 8-12 ounces of water in the two hours before the race;
c) Drink at least 1-2 cups of water at each of the water stops on the course (feel free to pour water on yourself during the race);
d) Drink plenty of water at the end of the race.
* Adjust your expectations.
Run to finish, not to run your fastest. Depending upon the heat, you may need to slow your pace by as much as one minute/mile.
* Pay attention to your body. Heed the signs of heat injury. If you feel nauseated, dizzy, disoriented, headache-y, or if you stop sweating-STOP RUNNING. Find shade, seek medical attention.
Find the race: From north of Washington, DC:
Take Interstate 95 South to 495 West. Continue past Maryland exits to Virginia. Take Exit 43 (George Washington Parkway South) to Rt. 123 North (second Rt. 123 exit-Chain Bridge Road). Follow to traffic light at the end of road, turn right onto Glebe Road (Rt. 120 South) and follow for 4.5 miles. Ballston Center is on the right.
From south of Washington, DC:
Take Interstate 95 North, which becomes 395 inside the Beltway. Exit Glebe Road (Rt. 120 North), marked "Marymount University." Continue on Glebe Road approximately 5 miles. Ballston Center is on the left.
From DC via I-66:
Exit Glebe Road (Rt. 120); turn left at traffic light. Drive approximately 1 mile. Marymount is on the right.
From the west via I-66:
Exit Glebe Road/Fairfax Drive. Turn left into Ballston Center parking lot immediately after light.
From Route 50-Arlington Boulevard (either direction):
Exit Glebe Road (Rt. 120 North). Drive 1 mile. Ballston Center is on the left.
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