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Desert Dash Trail Race ~ Results
EVENTS
- Desert Dash Half Marathon Trail Race:- Run 13.1 Miles
- Desert Dash 10K Trail Race:- Run 6.2 Miles
- Desert Dash 10K Trail Race:- Run 3.1 Miles
- Desert Dash 5K Trail Race:- Run 3.1 Miles
- Desert Dash 1M Trail Race:- Run 1 Mile
RACE DATE
Saturday, November 14, 2015
Start Time
8:15 AM
RACE WEBSITE
Entry Fee
$15-$35
Location
Chihuahuan Desert Nature Park
Address
56501 N. Jornada Rd
CITY
Las Cruces
STATE/TERR
New Mexico
Zip
88012
COUNTRY
USA
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 17,000 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. Walkers encouraged on the 5K course. No pets please. |
Course Info
The beautiful 5K, 10K, and half marathon courses are a combination of slightly hilly single track and jeep trails. The trails are well packed and maintained. All courses are well marked and supported with many aid stations and volunteers.
Course maps:
Half marathon: http://asombro.org/Images/MapDashHalf.png
10K: http://asombro.org/Images/MapDash10K.png
5K: http://asombro.org/dash.htm
Directions
Getting to the Nature Park:
- 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.
- Park as directed by parking attendants.
Other Info
• 2016 Race Information
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