DISCOVER CALADESI ISLAND
Race Day Schedule December 3, 2016:
6:00 AM Race day Registration and Packet Pick up opens at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
7:30 AM Both 5k and 10 Mile Race Start just North of Pier 60 on the Beach.
9:00 AM 5K Awards given out at the Pier 60 Pavilion
10:00 AM 10 Mile Awards given out at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
From the race-director: Thanks for your patience! The re-schedule date for the Discover Caladesi Island 10 mile Beach/Trail Reach and 5K Beach race will be SATURDAY, December 3, 2016. As a registered runner, there is no extra cost ...just show up and run the race!You may be asking "why so far out?" There are a couple reasons..... First, the State Park won't allow a race during turtle nesting season which runs from April through October and second, getting the race re-scheduled before that is difficult due to obtaining permits and coordinating volunteers. Lastly, many runners already have their race calendar filled out for the next few months.
So, SAVE the DATE and invite a friend! We will keep you posted as the race gets near. Thanks! Michael P. (RD)
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Parking: Clearwater Beach has several parking lots near the race start, (see the attached parking map). All parking lots are metered differently and have different hours of enforcement. The main lot 31 next to the pier is the most expensive. There are several lots within a 1/2 mile that have cheaper rates. You can check out the attached link and look for lots 33, 34, 35, 38 & 43.
There is also street parking available.
Course: Both Races start and finish on the beach just north of Pier 60, on Clearwater Beach. This race is run on a low tide so the beach section will be mostly flat and firm. Race route is north on the beach for both races. The 5k will turn around just after the first aid station. The 10 mile race will continue up the beach another 3 miles to the second aid station, where the runners will be routed off of the beach via a sandy service road. The service road will lead you to the Island interior and the beginning of the trail head. The Island trail section is about 2.25 miles long and winds through a hammock of hardwoods eventually leading you back to a shell service road that will take you back to the beach. The final 3.1 miles is back down the beach to the Pier for a fast finish.
Once you get off the beach on Caladesi Island the trail will be marked with Orange flags and tape to keep you on course. Volunteers on the Island will help guide you as well.
Aid Stations: There are three aid stations set up on the course. First aid station is just before the turn around of the 5K. The second aid station is on the beach on Caladesi Island about 4.5 miles from the race start. Third aid station is on the trail after Cats Eye Pond on Caladesi Island at about 6.7 miles. The first aid station will serve as the last aid station for the 10 mile race as you will pass it on the way to the finish at 8.5 miles. Aid station 1 will just have water only while the others will have water and Gatorade.
Facilities: There are restrooms at the Pier 60 Concessions and across the street at Clearwater Marina which will be open at 6:00 AM for pre and post race. During the 10 mile race there are Bathhouse/Bathroom facilities on Caladesi Island should you need them. They are located just off the service road as soon as you get to the Island interior which you will pass around mile 5.
Finishers: You will be handed a finisher card at the finish line of your event. After your event is done you will need to turn in your finisher card at the Pier Pavilion. We need this for event timing and awards. Race Results will be posted on Coolrunning.com within a few days of the event. Both 5K and 10 mile finishers will receive custom finisher medals. They are hand made by a local artist.
Awards: will be given out to Men and Women at both the 5K and 10mile races. Awards will be given to top three overall, Masters and Grand masters. Also 10 year age groups 3 deep will receive a top finisher campfire mug.
Make sure you stick around after your run and enjoy a pancake breakfast, raffle and awards at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
Post Race Massage: Free post race massage will be available by Jack Rudzinski, just don't forget to give him a decent tip. Your muscles will certainly deserve it after a morning of running. Thanks again for signing up and will see you on Race Day!
DISCOVER CALADESI ISLAND
Race Day Schedule December 3, 2016:
6:00 AM Race day Registration and Packet Pick up opens at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
7:30 AM Both 5k and 10 Mile Race Start just North of Pier 60 on the Beach.
9:00 AM 5K Awards given out at the Pier 60 Pavilion
10:00 AM 10 Mile Awards given out at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
From the race-director: Thanks for your patience! The re-schedule date for the Discover Caladesi Island 10 mile Beach/Trail Reach and 5K Beach race will be SATURDAY, December 3, 2016. As a registered runner, there is no extra cost ...just show up and run the race!You may be asking "why so far out?" There are a couple reasons..... First, the State Park won't allow a race during turtle nesting season which runs from April through October and second, getting the race re-scheduled before that is difficult due to obtaining permits and coordinating volunteers. Lastly, many runners already have their race calendar filled out for the next few months.
So, SAVE the DATE and invite a friend! We will keep you posted as the race gets near. Thanks! Michael P. (RD)
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Parking: Clearwater Beach has several parking lots near the race start, (see the attached parking map). All parking lots are metered differently and have different hours of enforcement. The main lot 31 next to the pier is the most expensive. There are several lots within a 1/2 mile that have cheaper rates. You can check out the attached link and look for lots 33, 34, 35, 38 & 43.
There is also street parking available.
Course: Both Races start and finish on the beach just north of Pier 60, on Clearwater Beach. This race is run on a low tide so the beach section will be mostly flat and firm. Race route is north on the beach for both races. The 5k will turn around just after the first aid station. The 10 mile race will continue up the beach another 3 miles to the second aid station, where the runners will be routed off of the beach via a sandy service road. The service road will lead you to the Island interior and the beginning of the trail head. The Island trail section is about 2.25 miles long and winds through a hammock of hardwoods eventually leading you back to a shell service road that will take you back to the beach. The final 3.1 miles is back down the beach to the Pier for a fast finish.
Once you get off the beach on Caladesi Island the trail will be marked with Orange flags and tape to keep you on course. Volunteers on the Island will help guide you as well.
Aid Stations: There are three aid stations set up on the course. First aid station is just before the turn around of the 5K. The second aid station is on the beach on Caladesi Island about 4.5 miles from the race start. Third aid station is on the trail after Cats Eye Pond on Caladesi Island at about 6.7 miles. The first aid station will serve as the last aid station for the 10 mile race as you will pass it on the way to the finish at 8.5 miles. Aid station 1 will just have water only while the others will have water and Gatorade.
Facilities: There are restrooms at the Pier 60 Concessions and across the street at Clearwater Marina which will be open at 6:00 AM for pre and post race. During the 10 mile race there are Bathhouse/Bathroom facilities on Caladesi Island should you need them. They are located just off the service road as soon as you get to the Island interior which you will pass around mile 5.
Finishers: You will be handed a finisher card at the finish line of your event. After your event is done you will need to turn in your finisher card at the Pier Pavilion. We need this for event timing and awards. Race Results will be posted on Coolrunning.com within a few days of the event. Both 5K and 10 mile finishers will receive custom finisher medals. They are hand made by a local artist.
Awards: will be given out to Men and Women at both the 5K and 10mile races. Awards will be given to top three overall, Masters and Grand masters. Also 10 year age groups 3 deep will receive a top finisher campfire mug.
Make sure you stick around after your run and enjoy a pancake breakfast, raffle and awards at the Pier 60 Pavilion.
Post Race Massage: Free post race massage will be available by Jack Rudzinski, just don't forget to give him a decent tip. Your muscles will certainly deserve it after a morning of running. Thanks again for signing up and will see you on Race Day!
Caladesi Race Discount for members WFYRC
the WFYRC discount for the race is setup for the on-line registration at
signmeup.com/110860
just type in "first name last name" with no spaces at the PROMO code prompt. (like alsmith for Al Smith) use the same name as on your membership card.
Discount is $5 off of the 10 mile race and $3 off the 5K race.
the WFYRC discount for the race is setup for the on-line registration at
signmeup.com/110860
just type in "first name last name" with no spaces at the PROMO code prompt. (like alsmith for Al Smith) use the same name as on your membership card.
Discount is $5 off of the 10 mile race and $3 off the 5K race.
