Registered Participants,
We are only a few days away from the 2009 Lynch Canyon Trail Run held on Saturday May 30th at 8am. Before I give you some last minute details, I want to thank our fantastic organizing team. Teri Engbring, Eldrith Gosney, Buzz Higgins, Jim Reikowsky, Todd Rewick and Eric Simoni have contribitued a lot of their personal time, resources, and community contacts to make this event happen - thanks team! I also want to acknowledge our fantastic group of sponsors that donated cash, equipment, services and prizes for our participants. Please see our event website for the complete list of sponsors. Finally, a special thanks to the nearly 50 volunteers that will assemble on race day to make your experience as fun and safe as possible. If you have the energy as you run by, give them a nod and a smile for their efforts!
OK, some reminders:
1. Online registration closed at midnight on Monday the 25th. If you have any friends that want to join you at the event, we only have race day registration or they can register in person at Fleet Feet Vacaville prior to race day. Remember, if you have "non running" friends, we offer a FREE 2.5 mile community hike that includes a summit certificate and kids award at the halfway point. Normally it costs $5 to park at Lynch Canyon, on this day, we are picking up the tab for everyone! What a great way to anyone get out and be part of the fesitivities.
2. Packet pickup will be race morning for all participants. We will have a "pre-reg", "race day reg", and "hiker" registration lines. Pre registered runners will just need to pick up their pre labeled number and tshirt. For race day registration, cash and check will be accepted (no credit cards).
3. Arrive early and carpool if possible. We should have enough parking, but this event draws more people than the standard parking lot for Lynch Canyon holds. We created two overflow parking sites last year. One was completely filled and the other was getting close to filling. The gates open at 6:30 for participants.
4. Be prepared. We had freakishly warm weather last year. While the extended forecast is predicting nice race day conditions this year, you should check weather conditions before race day and be prepared for anything. A nice feature of this race is that your car is going to be located no further than 50 yards or so from the start/finish area, so you can bring as much as you want and make last minute adjustments right before the starting gun.
5. The course consists of a loop around the open space area. 10K runners will have 3 evenly spaced aid stations on course and final refreshments at the finish. Half Marathoners will have 7 evenly spaced aid stations on course and final refreshments at the finish. Powerbar calorie drink will be available around mile 3ish, 6ish, and 9ish. Water and calorie drink will be provided in cups on course. Please feel free to bring your own hydration system if you prefer.
We're really looking forward to seeing you on race day!
Chris Abess
Event Director
2009 RECAP
2009 PARTICIPANTS -- THANK YOU FOR COMING OUT ON SATURDAY. WHAT A GREAT SECOND YEAR FOR THE EVENT. THE WEATHER WAS DEFINITELY MORE COOPERATIVE AND THE VIBE OF PARTICIPANTS AND VOLUNTEERS WAS GREAT. RESULTS AND PHOTOS HAVE BEEN POSTED. THE PHOTO DOWNLOADS ARE FREE. ENJOY!
IF YOU WON OVERALL OR ARE AN AGE GROUP WINNER (AND DIDN'T GET YOUR AWARD ON SITE), STOP BY FLEET FEET VACAVILLE TO PICK IT UP...AND CONGRATULATIONS!
-- CHRIS
(Photo Credits: Liz Abess and Beau Frank)
(Timing Services: Fleet Feet Vacaville)
IF YOU WON OVERALL OR ARE AN AGE GROUP WINNER (AND DIDN'T GET YOUR AWARD ON SITE), STOP BY FLEET FEET VACAVILLE TO PICK IT UP...AND CONGRATULATIONS!
-- CHRIS
(Photo Credits: Liz Abess and Beau Frank)
(Timing Services: Fleet Feet Vacaville)
Event Description
The trail run course is a perimeter loop of the Lynch Canyon Open Space. The route, comprised of about 85% wide track and 15% single track will take runners along the North Ridge Trail and Prairie Ridge Trail with outstanding views of the Napa Valley, San Francisco Bay, Mt. Tamalpais, and Mt. Diablo. 10K and Half Marathon runners will experience approximately 1,500 ft and 3,000 ft of elevation gain respectively. These courses are considered by many to be the most challenging trail runs in Solano County.
The event also includes a FREE 2.5 mile community hike with about 400 ft of elevation gain. We’ve included this event to encourage everyone to participate and enjoy some great outdoor recreation that Solano County has to offer (on a less challenging route).
Event proceeds will be used for the improvement of Lynch Canyon and promoting the use of it’s open space for healthy living. Lynch Canyon is owned by The Solano Land Trust, a non-profit organization that preserves and protects open space in Solano County.
The event also includes a FREE 2.5 mile community hike with about 400 ft of elevation gain. We’ve included this event to encourage everyone to participate and enjoy some great outdoor recreation that Solano County has to offer (on a less challenging route).
Event proceeds will be used for the improvement of Lynch Canyon and promoting the use of it’s open space for healthy living. Lynch Canyon is owned by The Solano Land Trust, a non-profit organization that preserves and protects open space in Solano County.
Event Goals
The Lynch Canyon Trail Run and Community Hike has five major goals:
1. To increase the awareness and appreciation of open space, parks, and other outdoor recreation within Solano County.
2. To create a high quality and unique destination event that will draw trail runners and outdoor enthusiasts from Solano County and adjacent communities.
3. To provide proceeds for the improvement of Lynch Canyon and promoting the use of it’s open space for healthy living.
4. To support Solano County’s “Healthy Children - Healthy Communities” initiative.
5. To provide a challenging and competitive event for serious athletes and options for recreational and casual participants.
Race Information
What:
The Lynch Canyon Trail Run & Community Hike. Events include a Half Marathon, 10K, and 2.5 mi Community Hike
When:
May 30, 2009
Where:
Lynch Canyon Open Space. Listed as one of the "7 (hidden) Wonders of the West" by Sunset Magazine. For more information http://www.solanolandtrust.org/
Directions:
Conveniently located off I-80 in the hills between Vallejo and Cordelia. Take I-80 Exit 36 toward Hiddenbrooke Parkway. Before entering the Hiddenbrooke development, turn left on the frontage road (look for the small brown sign pointing to Lynch Canyon). Lynch Canyon is 1.7 miles down the frontage road.
Start Time:
8:00 am
Pre Registration:
Click here for on-line registration through active.com.
Click here to download a mail-in registration form.
Race Day Registration:
6:30am – 7:30am
Fees:
Half Marathon: $30 before March 30, 2009, $35 before May 25, 2009, $40 race day registration
10K: $20 before March 30, 2009, $25 before May 25, 2009, $30 race day registration
Community Hike: FREE! In the spirit of encouraging healthy living, anyone signing an event waiver can do the community hike for free. Just signup at the race day registration table and join us for some fun in the outdoors!
Participant Awards:
Half Marathon: Event T-shirt & Finisher's Medal
10K: Event T-shirt
Community Hike: Finisher's Certificate & Kid's "Summit Award"
Restrictions:
Bring the family...but leave the pets behind...they are not allowed on the course. Traditional strollers will not work well on this off-road course, however, large wheeled jogger/running style strollers will work (be prepared for a bumpy and steep ride!!)
The Lynch Canyon Trail Run & Community Hike. Events include a Half Marathon, 10K, and 2.5 mi Community Hike
When:
May 30, 2009
Where:
Lynch Canyon Open Space. Listed as one of the "7 (hidden) Wonders of the West" by Sunset Magazine. For more information http://www.solanolandtrust.org/
Directions:
Conveniently located off I-80 in the hills between Vallejo and Cordelia. Take I-80 Exit 36 toward Hiddenbrooke Parkway. Before entering the Hiddenbrooke development, turn left on the frontage road (look for the small brown sign pointing to Lynch Canyon). Lynch Canyon is 1.7 miles down the frontage road.
Start Time:
8:00 am
Pre Registration:
Click here for on-line registration through active.com.
Click here to download a mail-in registration form.
Race Day Registration:
6:30am – 7:30am
Fees:
Half Marathon: $30 before March 30, 2009, $35 before May 25, 2009, $40 race day registration
10K: $20 before March 30, 2009, $25 before May 25, 2009, $30 race day registration
Community Hike: FREE! In the spirit of encouraging healthy living, anyone signing an event waiver can do the community hike for free. Just signup at the race day registration table and join us for some fun in the outdoors!
Participant Awards:
Half Marathon: Event T-shirt & Finisher's Medal
10K: Event T-shirt
Community Hike: Finisher's Certificate & Kid's "Summit Award"
Restrictions:
Bring the family...but leave the pets behind...they are not allowed on the course. Traditional strollers will not work well on this off-road course, however, large wheeled jogger/running style strollers will work (be prepared for a bumpy and steep ride!!)
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