Race Details
The Half Marathon runs the same route as in 2010, Starting at 7:30 at the intersection of Highway 93/95 and Windermere Loop Road, near the Skandia Concrete Ltd. office. Participants can choose to be bussed to the start from Rotary Ball Park in Invermere. Busses depart the park for the start at 6:30. The last bus ride opportunity leaves at 7:00, therefore leaves little time to warm up once you arrive at the start, so consider your needs and plan accordingly. Participants are welcome to find their own way to the start. There is unorganized, parking near the start, however return rides to your vehicles will not be provided.
From the start, the course runs and out-and-back of about 4Km each way, on Windermere Loop Road. From the start, you will go east on Windermere Loop Road, which gradually turns north at the Windermere Golf Course. You will continue past the Golf Course to a water station and turn around about 4 Km from the start.
Enjoy the views and the downhill back to the start, where you will cross the Highway #95. This crossing will be controlled by licensed flag persons. The route descends to the base of Coldstream Hill by following Windermere Rd.
At Windermere Community Hall the Half Marathon marries with the long established 10 Km. route. The 10 Km event starts at 8:00, so fast 1/2 Marathon runners can expect to overtake walkers and joggers that have chosen the 10 Km event.
Important Notes:
1) Please run in the LEFT LANE up Windermere Loop Road, on the CENTRE when looping back until the right lane is clear, then in the RIGHT LANE down to Windermere. Keep one lane free for traffic.
2) The ROAD IS NOT CLOSED. Please be careful and yield to traffic.
Every Kilometer of the entire course will be marked in descending number order. Water and replacement drink, will be offered at strategic locations. Eight aid stations will be in place. For exact details on stations and bathroom facilities, consult you race instructions.
Fees: $50.00 which includes a 16th Annual Souvenir Shirt.
Registration: $50.00 - deadline July 31, 2011. After July 31st, add $5.00. Entry forms accepted until 5:00 PM Thursday, August 4th at Summit Footwear & Apparel and until 8 p.m August 6th. at the check-in location. Last minute participants may register on Race Day at Rotary Ball Park - 6:00 AM Saturday August 6th. They may not receive a shirt prior to the race or receive the benefit of the official Timer.
Check-In: Friday, August 5th Best Western Invermere Inn (Main Street, Invermere) 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. You will receive your race kits. Participants may register at Check-in on Friday Aug. 5th as well.
Start Time : 7.30 AM Saturday August 6th, 2011.
Transportation: bus will transport you to Half Marathon start at 6.30 AM, to near Scandia Concrete, on Kootenay #3 Road, Winderere (before the Windermere Golf Course). There is parking near the start line if you chose to make your own way there.
Support: Comfort stations are located at regular intervals throughout the course. Water, replacement drink, toilet facilities and limited first aid will be available at several locations. First Aid also provided at the finish line.
Awards: Approx. 10:30 AM. You now have the rest of the weekend to rest, relax and have fun with friends and family.
Pancake Breakfast: After you finish at Pynelogs Cultural Center (Kinsmen Beach) , a breakfast of hot and hearty pancakes awaits for all participants. Non-participants are welcome to join you for $5.00/. After the awards, you have the rest of the weekend to rest, relax and have fun with friends and family. Take advantage of what our beautiful valley has to offer.
Things to Do: Spas, massages (aching feet and muscles), soak in hot tubs or in on the the two natural hot springs in the area. Visit a neighbourhood Pub, shop, hike, bike, swim, kayak, canoe, or just lay on the beach…the possibilities are endless.
