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Desert Dash Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1M Trail Race
EVENTS
- Desert Dash Half Marathon, 10K, 5K, 1M Trail Race:- Run 13.1 Miles
- Desert Dash 10K:- Run 6.2 Miles
- Desert Dash 5K:- Run 3.1 Miles
- Desert Dash 1 Mile:- Run 1 Mile
RACE DATE
Saturday, November 8, 2014
Start Time
8:30 AM
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Entry Fee
$35
Location
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Address
56501 N. Jornada Rd
CITY
Las Cruces
STATE/TERR
New Mexico
Zip
88012
COUNTRY
USA
Phone
575-524-3334
E-Mail
Description
| Enjoy expansive views of the desert, including three rugged mountain ranges, as you run or walk the beautiful 5K, 10K, or half marathon trail courses. Bring your little ones to compete in the Children's 1-mile trail race (guardian should accompany child). All levels welcome. |
| Desert Dash is a benefit for the non-profit Asombro Institute for Science Education. All proceeds will be used for our education programs. Our mission is to improve scientific literacy by fostering an understanding of the Chihuahuan Desert. We reach more than 19,000 K-12 students every year through inquiry-based classroom programs and field trips. |
| Awards given to the overall male and female winners in the half marathon, 5K, and 10K races. Male and female age group awards will be given in all events. Finisher medals will be provided to all children in the 1-mile race. |
| Half marathon, 10K, and 5K trails are not stroller accessible. No pets please. |
Course Info
The 5K, 10K, and half marathon courses are on a mix of single track and jeep trails, and they include a nice combination of sloping hills and flat sections.
Directions
- From I-25 in Las Cruces, New Mexico, head east on Highway 70.
- Take the Mesa Grande Rd. exit (at Oñate High School)
- Make a U-turn under the highway to head west on the frontage road.
- Turn right (north) on Jornada Road.
- Proceed north on Jornada Road for approximately 6.5 miles.
- Parking is on Jornada Road. Parking available adjacent to assembly area is limited; allow time to make your way to the starting line.
Other Info
Race Start Times:
Half Marathon: 8:30 AM
10K: 8:45 AM
5K: 9:00 AM
Children's 1K*: 9:15 AM
*Guardian should accompany child during 1-Mile Children’s race.
Half Marathon: 8:30 AM
10K: 8:45 AM
5K: 9:00 AM
Children's 1K*: 9:15 AM
*Guardian should accompany child during 1-Mile Children’s race.
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