2021 The Short Beach Summer 5K Run ~ Results

• 5K Run/Walk:- Run 3.1 Miles

_ The 2021 The Short Beach Summer 5K Run:

We are very happy to be hosting the second edition of  our Lordship community event. Last year it was the first running event in town after restrictions were lifted. Over 160 people enjoyed a safe, modified run. This year we plan to double that number! Don’t get shut out. 
 

Thanks to the terrific cooperation of our Stratford town departments we are able to host this event from our scenic Short Beach in Stratford CT, Saturday, Aug. 7th.
 

*We will have protocols in place for safety, physical distancing, and will follow all best practices as set forth by our town and state.

This event is limited to 350 people.

*We are counting on you to help in carrying out all safety procedures on your end so that we can have a very successful event, and do this again with the town's approval!

WE APPRECIATE THE COOPERATION AND SUPPORT GIVEN TO US BY THESE STRATFORD TOWN DEPARTMENTS DURING THIS TIME OF COVID.
WE COULD NOT DO THIS WITHOUT OUR FRIENDS FROM - 

RECREATION, HEALTH, EMS, POLICE, FIRE & DPW 

PLEASE NOTE - this event is NOT the MADD DASH. This is the second year for the event designed and owned by MS Running Productions. This year our charity partner is MADD CT which will use donations to help them with their programs.
Sorry for any confusion ! 

                  DETAILS      DETAILS       DETAILS!

YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST ARRIVE BY 7:55 AM OR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED FREE ACCESS INTO THE BEACH.

The town policy is 'resident's cars only' into the park. The Recreation Department has been a wonderful supporter and granted us access BEFORE the beach officially opens at 8 am. In order for us to have you ready and safe, you must be here by 7:55 am.

TOWN ORDINANCE- NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED INTO ANY AREA OF THE PARK.

THIS EVENT WILL BE LIMITED TO 350 ENTRANTS,

In keeping with the state guidelines (as of 5/19) group gatherings will follow safety protocols and procedures.

The race website will indicate when there are 10 or fewer spots left.  
 

REGISTRATION DETAILS 

ONLINE registration ONLY will close at 8:15 am race morning or sooner when the 350 limit is reached.

RACE REG INCLUDE ALL CHARGES. NOTHING IS ADDED ON TO THE FEES BELOW.  YOUR PAYMENT INCLUDES THE CREDIT CARD FEE AND STATE TAX (which the race will absorb.) 

$25 for the first 50 people

$30 for #51-300 (ends Aug 5 at midnight)

$35 for #301-350

$37.50 Aug 6 & 7 (race day, online only, ends at 8:15am)

THERE IS NO IN PERSON REGISTRATION/cash ON SITE RACE DAY 

Please do not arrive at bib/swag pickup if you’re not pre-registered. You will be asked to leave if you can’t produce your online code. 

Only participants will be allowed in the registration or race area - no spectators or family, please (unless state guidelines change).

All registration must be done in advance, online, using this site. Registration will remain open until 8:15am on 8/7 (sooner if sold out)

Please register only if you are sure you plan to run.

COMMEMORATIVE SWAG TO BE DETERMINED BUT LIKELY WILL BE 16oz GLASSES OR COOLING TOWELS - CUTOFF DATE IS JULY 25 AT MIDNIGHT- NO EXCEPTIONS. WE MUST ORDER ON 7/26 in time for delivery. 

PLEASE DO NOT ARRIVE AT OUR EVENT IF YOU HAVE ANY COVID SYMPTOMS. YOU SHOULD BE IN GOOD HEALTH AT LEAST THE PRIOR 14 DAYS! We need you to get well and not to risk the health of others.

THERE ARE NO AWARDS, TROPHIES OR MEDALS FOR THIS EVENT as of 5/19 as directed by state guidelines. This is subject to change. Thanks for understanding. 

BIB PICKUP - please have your email receipt on your phone or printed as a backup if needed. 

YOU MUST WEAR A MASK AT ALL TIMES PRIOR TO CROSSING THE START LINE AND SOON AFTER YOUR FINISH. THAT INCLUDES WHILE STRETCHING, WARMING UP, WAITING FOR A BATHROOM, ETC. (Subject to change with CT guidelines update) 
 

Yes there’s some reading here AND it could change as COVID guidelines change. We will keep you notified. 

The goal of the event is to provide a truly fun running experience for the participants while adhering to all CDC social distancing and CT safety guidelines.

The event will have a time-trial type set up which will allow runners to start individually or in small groups of associated participants (family members or participants that cohabitate) from 8:30am - 8:45 am. The course remains open until 9:30 am. 

COURSE MAP LINK: https://www.gmap-pedometer.com/?r=7578168 

THE “OPEN” START:

*You will have the opportunity to start on your own, or with a group of FIVE or less, anytime between 8:30 am and 8:45 am. You will line up in a designated row and be asked to advance by our timing/start crew. (Early start available for those that expect to be walking slower than a 20min/mi pace. Please alert the race director and timer). 

*Each participant's start time will be “Chip” recorded as they cross the starting line. The start and finish line will be in the Short Beach lot near the registration pavilion. 
 

THE FINISH:

*Each participant's finish time will be “Chip” recorded as they cross the finish line. The finish line will be on the driveway/lot close to the pavilion. 
* After participants finish they will receive an email link to access their finishing time.

A list of overall finishing times for all competitors will be continually updated while the race is in progress. Shortly after 10 AM, the final race results should be posted.

Additionally, all participants must adhere to the following requirements:

*Participants are required to be completely self-sufficient. There is no water stop on the course as of 5/19 CT guidelines. Carry your own fluids and please DO NOT DROP them on the course!
*Participants must follow all CDC safe distancing guidelines. 
*When approaching the starting line participants must immediately begin their run WHEN DIRECTED. Participants MUST approach the starting line ready to run.
*Participants are asked not to congregate or conduct any race preparation (warm-ups, stretching, adjusting or changing apparel, etc.) in the starting area. 
*Except for passing, participants should always remain safe to the side of the road indicated by cones, signs, or volunteers. Most of the course is measured and set up to the left side, facing traffic, as directed by state law. 
*Participants passing one another on the course must adhere to “no drafting” rules KEEPING DISTANCE between other runners at any time.

*Participants may pass only when there are not any oncoming runners approaching from the opposite direction. Before passing, participants must be sure they can safely remain six feet behind and then six feet in front of the participant being overtaken before merging back to the road/pathway.
*Please follow all instructions of the course marshals and only cross the street when instructed to do so by the police or course volunteers.


*WHEN COMPLETING YOUR RUN AND CROSSING THE FINISH YOU MUST CONTINUE MOVING AS DIRECTED. 

AFTER YOU ARE DONE WITH YOUR RUN OR WALK

We will provide our swag give away, granola bar and/or packaged snacks, banana & a sealed bottle of water. 

Participants will be asked to please be social and distance accordingly!

Please keep in mind that your cooperation and adherence to all safe distancing practices is the key to us being able to offer competitive events like this in the future. Thank you!

This event is produced by MS Running Productions & Marty Schaivone, with great help from Jim Gerweck (timer) and the town departments of Stratford.

We all want to be together again and by taking small steps like this we can help our charities and prove that our sport can make a comeback. We look forward to seeing you soon and in the future.

1 Dorne Dr, Stratford, CT 06615, USA
 

2021 Results at: runsignup.com 

2020 Results at: athlinks.com