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Location
Pumpkin Patch (south side of the island), Sauvie Island, Portland, Oregon
About This Event
The “Flat,” as we affectionately call it, has become a Fourth of July tradition around Portland. The course, as the name implies, is about the flattest and fastest half and full marathon on the West Coast. But in addition to the fast times expected from completing this event, runners and walkers will be treated to the beautiful sights of Sauvie Island, including thousands of songbirds, majestic bald eagles, and picturesque farmland that most of the island residents subsist off of. Oh yeah, don’t forget the island-fresh strawberry shortcake! Not only is it scrumptious, but the islanders themselves serve it to you. Be sure to thank them and shake these wonderful people’s hands!
Starting Times
Marathon: 6:45am (5 hour limit) For early start option contact sean@foottraffic.us
Half Marathon Runners: 7:00am
Half Marathon Walkers: 7:00am
The Course
The course, as the name implies, is about the flattest and fastest half and full marathon on the West Coast. But in addition to the fast times expected from completing this event, runners and walkers will be treated to the beautiful sights of Sauvie Island, including thousands of songbirds, majestic bald eagles, and picturesque farmland that most of the island residents subsist off of. Both the half marathon and full marathon are USATF certified courses and the marathon is a Boston Qualifier.
ChampionChip timing provides fast, accurate results, which will be posted at the Finish Line, and on-line at Racecenter.com.
ScheduleThe schedule is as follows:
6:15am: on site packet pick up and registration
6:45am: marathon start
7:00am: half marathon runners & walkers
9am-Noon: Awards, Music & Food!
All-American BBQ Hosted by The Pumpkin Patch
In addition to our traditional Strawberry Shortcake, we will have a post race All American BBQ with veggie dogs and hot dogs for all athletes, hosted by the Pumpkin Patch. Enjoy the fun!
Awards
Medals to all. 30 Prizes awarded by bib number drawing. There will be no Awards ceremony. Times are posted by gender/age division.
Packet Pickup
Packet Pickup:
Thursday,July 3rd
10am-4pm
Foot Traffic Northeast
4020 NE Fremont St.
Portland, OR 97212
Charity
Sauvie Island Firefighters Association & Friends of Trees
Volunteers
Please call Foot Traffic At 503-525-1243
Directions
Hwy 30 to Sauvie Island Bridge ( 9 miles north of Portland). Proceed to the Pumpkin Patch (south side of the island).
Waiver and Release
I know that participating in an organized athletic event is potentially hazardous, and that I should not enter to participate unless I am medically able and properly trained. I HEREBY ASSUME THE RISKS OF PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. I certify that I am physically fit and that I have sufficiently trained. I agree to abide by the competitive rules. I hereby take the following action for myself, my executors, administrators, heirs, next to kin, successors and assigns, or anyone else who might claim or sue on my behalf, and I hereby waive, release and discharge from any and all claims, losses, or liabilities for death, personal injury, partial or permanent disability, property damage, medical or hospital bills, or theft which may arise out of or relate to my participation in this event. I agree not to sue, and to hold harmless any and all persons, sponsors, volunteers, participants or government agencies for any and all claims or liabilities that I have waived, released or discharges herein. I also agree to return the ChampionChip timing devise assigned to me or to pay a $30 replacement fee. I understand that the Entry Fees are Non-Refundable and Non-Transferable.
Timing Chip
You must return the ChampionChip timing devise upon finishing the race or you will be assessed a $30 replacement fee.
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