Mackinac Island, Michigan (09/06/2008)

This year marks the 38th running of one of the oldest and most scenic road races in the state. Over 2000 runners and walkers will gather at Mission Point Resort to run and walk the 8 mile perimeter of Mackinac Island - be sure to be one of them.

Course:
Race is run or walked on a paved road around the perimeter of Mackinac Island, along the shores of the Straits of Mackinac. The course is mostly flat and 100% paved, with shade along much of the route. Expect a fast & scenic race. There will be 3 aid stations on the course. Absolutely no roller blades, pets, wagons or other wheeled vehicles will be allowed on the course. Baby joggers are strongly discouraged due to safety concerns.

Packet Pickup:Number pick-up and late registration will be held at Mission Point Resort on Friday night, September 5 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. and on race day from 7:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.

Prices:
8 Mile Run: $25.00
8 Mile Walk: $25.00
Kids 1/2K & 1/4K: $10.00

Event Details

Start Date: 09/06/2008
Start Time: 09:30:00
End Date: 09/06/2008
End Time: 11:30:00
Est. Participants: 1,000 to 1,999

Event Location

Starts at: Mission Point
Mackinac Island, Michigan
49757

Organizer Details

Website: http://www.riverbendstriders.com
Contact Person: John Gault
Contact Phone: (810) 659-6493
Email: johncgault2@aol.com

Registration Details

Open: 04/15/2008 24:00:00
Closed: 09/04/2008 09:00:00
Link: Register Now!

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Created On: 04/15/2008
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Mackinac Island 8-Mile Race

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