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Friends of Government Canyon 15K/8K Recharge Trail Run...

EVENTS
  • 8K Run:- 8K Run
  • 15K Run:- Run 9.3 Miles
RACE DATE
Saturday, November 5, 2016
REGISTRATION WEBSITE
Location
Government Canyon State Natural Area
Address
12861 Galm Road
CITY
San Antonio
STATE/TERR
Texas
Zip
78254
COUNTRY
USA
Description

Come and run where the dinosaurs once roamed, and join us for our 3rd annual fundraiser 15K/8K Recharge Run!  Your entry fee includes a one-year membership to the Friends of Government Canyon (FOGC membership does NOT include free entry into GGCSNA), race t-shirt, a well-marked, well-supported course with well stocked aid stations.  After the race enjoy delicious post-race food and refreshments!

The 15K/8K Recharge Run benefits the Friends of Government Canyon, a 501 (c)3 non-profit organization that raises funds and provides volunteer services to help maintain, preserve, and protect Government Canyon State Natural Area.

Event details and schedule

7:30am Start for 15K

7:45am Start for 8K

10am Awards Ceremony

IMPORTANT NOTICE  Due to impact on the Natural Area the race will be capped at 300 participants. In the event of rain/trail closures, the race will be held on the roads of GCSNA. Sorry No Refunds

AWARDS
This race is chip timed. Awards will be given to overall and masters M/F in each race.  Age group awards will be given in 10 year increments (19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & over)

COURSE
15K runs through the hilly and rocky Backcountry on the Recharge, Far Reaches, Sendero Balcones, Little Windmill and Joe Johnston trails. A very challenging course with amazing views. 

8K runs through the beautiful Frontcountry on the Savannah Loop and Lytle's Loop.  An easy to moderate trail that is great for beginners and walkers.

PACKET PICKUP
REI, 11745 IH-10 West, Suite 110, San Antonio, TX 78230, Friday, November 4, 11am-7pm

PARKING
Due to limited parking at the Natural Area, parking for all participants (with the exception of TPWD Park Pass holders) will be at Folks Middle School, Just past the entrance to GCSNA.  Shuttles will run from 6-11am.  For map please visit our website. www.friendsofgc.org/race


REI, 11745 IH-10 West, Suite 110

San Antonio, TX 78230

Other Info


• 2016 race registration is open.

Registration Information.

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