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Trailhead Running Presents
Women on the Trails
Race Series
2015-2016
ATHLETE GUIDEBruises & Bandages 5K, 10K, 13.1 Mile
01.16.2016
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WELCOME!
Trailhead Running continues to grow and
we are so happy to have you as part of
our tribe! Whether youre new to trail
running or a seasoned veteran, each of
our races provides the opportunity foryou to challenge yourself. Thank you for
giving us the opportunity to do what we
loveshare the trail running experience!
And remember, youre not lost, youre
with us!
Richelle Criswell and Susan Farago
Race Directors and Coaches, Trailhead Running
For more info, please visit:www.trailheadrunning.comComments and suggestions:[email protected]
Many photos throughout this athlete guide are courtesy ofJake North Photography.
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RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 am - 8:45 am Registration & Packet Pickup
7:30 am Volunteers Arrive
8:50 am Welcome & Course Review
8:55 am National Anthem
9:00 am Race StartAll Distances
9:30 am Post Race Activities10:30 am 5K/10K Race Awards & Prize
Drawings
11:30 am 13.1M Race Awards & Prize
Drawings
12:00 pm-ish Course Closed
12:05 pm Post Race Course Sweep &
Trash Cleanup
RACE DAY INFORMATION
Start time is 9:00 am for all distances.
NO CUPS ON THE RACE COURSE*
Bring a water bottle or hand held. Water is
provided on the course.
Race day registration is available
(credit card or cash).
Race day packet pickup is available.
There is plenty of parking but give yourself
enough time to get there and get organized!
Event is not chip timed but awards go to the
top three finishers for each distance.
The course is challenging. Seriously.
Course and venue are spectator friendly so
bring your friends and family (no dogs
please).
Post-race food is available for runners.
Any last minute urgent updates will be
posted on Facebook and e-mailed out to
participants.
*See ourSustainabilityinitiative for details.
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PACKET PICKUP
Athletes can pick up their race number, shirt,
and other goodies at either of these times and
locations. Dont forget to bring your own
goodie bag and we will supply the goodies!
Thursday, January 1410:00am - 2:00pm
RunLab Lakeway
1700 RR 620 North #102 - Austin, TX 78734
Friday, January 15
3:00pm - 6:00pm
RunLab Downtown Austin
700B South Lamar - Austin, TX 78704
Saturday, January 16 (Race Day)
7:00 AM - 8:45 AM
Race Location -Lake Georgetown - Russell Park
POST RACE ACTIVITIES
Athletes will be treated to a fun post-race party
including refreshments and activities from
fantastic local businesses, including:
Big Mouth Announcing post-race music
Fruit and Freshly Made Pancakes
Fresh, hot coffee
Massages byAustin Massage Company
Awards Ceremony
RACE BIB SPONSOR: BEN PHILLIPS
A big THANK YOU toBen Phillips Real Estatefor
sponsoring our fantastic race bibs!
Contact Ben for any real estate questions or if
you are thinking about buying or selling your
home. Hes Trailhead Runnings favorite agent!
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RACE LOCATION AND COURSE MAPS
Location for Bruises & Bandages
Lake Georgetown - Russell Park
2101 CR 262 Georgetown, TX 78633
Google Map
From downtown Austin: 31 miles (40 min)
Parking: Car and Bicycle
There is plenty of paved parking available and
the race start is just a very short walk from the
race area (less than 5 minutes at the farthest
point). Follow race signs and volunteers to help
you get parked quickly and safely on race
morning! Bicycles can be racked near the
registration tableplease bring your own bike
lock as bicycles will not be supervised.
Race Course and Map (5K & 10K & 13.1 Mile)
5K Runners- Run out to 5K turn around at mile
1.6 and back to finish. (Red route on map.)
10K Runners- Run out to 10K turn around at
mile 3.1 and back to finish. (Blue route on map.)
13.1 Mile RunnersStart in the opposite
direction of 5K/10K route and run out to 4 mile
turn around at Jim Hogg Park and back to
start/finish (Part 1). Then continue along
5K/10K course to 2.5 mile point and back to
finish (Part 2). (Orange route on map.)
Slideshow of the area and terrain are available
at:www.trailheadrunning.com/trailseries.html.
Aid Stations
1 on 5K/10K course at mile 1.6.
3 on 13.1 mile course at miles 4, 8, and 10.5.
MEDICAL ASSISTANCE
Medicine in Motionwill be at the start/finish
line and on course.
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FACILITIES
A big THANK YOU to the Army Corps of
Engineers at Lake Georgetown for use of the
facilities on race day! Please help us keep the
trails clean by using provided trash cans and
being respectful of their property. Port-a-
potties will be available at the start/finish only.
VOLUNTEERS
Be sure to give a big THANK YOU to all our
fantastic volunteers at packet pickup and
during the race! If you would like to volunteer,
please sign upon therace website OR go to the
registration table on race day.
SPECTATORS
Spectators should plan to arrive at least 30
minutes before the race starts to ensure time
for parking and to find a place out on the race
course if desired*.The course is spectator-
friendly with several places to cheer athletes on
during the race and/or meet up with athletes at
the post-race celebration. There are plenty of
places for kids to run and play during the
events; however, children under the age of 16
must have adult/guardian supervision at all
times. Check therace course mapfor areas that
are marked as spectator friendly. *Note:
Spectators are not allowed on the actual race
course during the event.
WEATHER
The race will take place rain or shine. The only
exception will be in the case of lightening; the
race will be postponed for 20 minutes after the
last lightening/thunder strike. The race will be
delayed up to 1 hour. If severe weather does
not allow for safe racing conditions, the race
will be cancelled and not rescheduled for a
future date. Last minute updates will be posted
on Trailhead Runnings website, Facebook page,
and an e-mail will be sent out to all pre-
registered participants.
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RUN GREEN! RESPORT CERTIFIED EVENT
We care about the impact we make on the
environment so we have partnered with the
Council for Responsible Sportand are ReSport
Certified for the entire Trail Race Series. What
does this mean? With a few small changes, we
are making a big impact. In the 2012/2013
three race series we achieved some amazing
results
Athlete involvement includes:
1. No Cups on the Course
We saved over 300 cups and only used 6 gallons
of water TOTAL for all three races
2. BYOB: Bring your own bag for Packet Pickup
We saved over 300 plastic bags!
3. Take Only What You Want at Packet Pickup
We saved over 40 pounds in paper and
materials!
4. Carpool or Bike to the Event
More and more athletes are ride sharing or
cycling.
5. Opt In: Shirts and Finisher's Awards
1% of athletes took advantage of this option.
Community involvement includes:
1. Limited Use of Bio Fuels
2. No Styrofoam/Polystyrene Packaging
3. Locally Sourced Food/Beverage
4. Eco-Friendly Porta-Potties
5. Give Back - Support Local
Charities/Businesses
For more information on our Go Green event,
please visit our Sustainability page at:
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RACE INFORMATION: By Topic(In alphabetical order)
Awards
Awards will be given to the top
three overall finishers. Everyone
will receive a finishers gift
unique to each race!
Age Minimum
Participants must be at least 14
years old.
Bicycles
We encourage participants to ride
their bikes to the event! Check out
www.trailheadrunning.com/trailseries.html for interactive route maps, bicycle safety tips, and
where you can park and lock your bike on race day (please bring your own lock).
Carpool / Ride Share
We encourage participants to carpool to the event! For more information, go to
www.trailheadrunning.com/trailseries.html
Course Marking
The course will be very well marked. Orange flags will be used throughout the course to indicate
correct course direction. Large "Wrong Way" signs and yellow/black "Caution" tape will be used t
indicate areas that runners should not go. If you pass by one of these markers, turn around.
Volunteers will be on the course to assist runners.
The race venue will be well marked with signs so athletes and spectators know where to go for
parking, race start/finish, packet pickup, etc. Volunteers will be at the race venue to assist runner
and spectators.
Cups
There will be NO cups at the aid stations. Athletes are strongly encouraged to refill using their ow
water bottles. This is to support our certification by the Council for Responsible Sport.
Dogs
We love our four-legged furry friends but please keep them at home.
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Drop Bags
No official drop bags or areas are available.
Plan to keep any items (change of clothes,
etc.) with family or friends or keep in your
car. Trailhead Running is not responsible for
lost or stolen items.
EmergencyFor all life threatening emergencies, dial 911.
Then contact the race organization at:
512.585.5034 or 512.636.4169.Medicine in
Motionalso will be on the course race day.
First Aid - Medical
First aid and medical assistance, provided by
Medicine in Motion, is available for all
athletes at the race venue. Additionally, EMS
and local authorities will be notified of the race and will be available for any emergencies.
Handicap Accessible
Parking for all events is on paved road and the finishers area is handicap accessible at all location
However, please keep in mind that each race venue is primarily on trail and most of the event
course will be extremely difficult to access via wheelchair, crutches, or other limited mobility
devices. Most of the festivities will be at the finishers area so everyone can participate in the pos
race fun!
Information / Registration
An information and registration table will be on site to assist volunteers and spectators with any
questions or concerns during the event.
Littering
No littering. There are garbage cans at water stops and at the start/finish line area. If you see tras
please pick it up. This earns you mega karma points with us AND Mother Nature.
Lost and Found
Lost and found will be located at the information table near the start/finish line. Please e-mail
[email protected] for any unclaimed items left after the event.
Maps
See Maps and Location Info in this document for venue and course map information.
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Pacers
No pacers are allowed
for this event. Only
registered runners and
official race personnel
can be on the run
course during the event.
Packet Pickup
Athletes are strongly
encouraged to pick up
their packets before
race day; however, race
day packet pickup is
available. Go to
www.trailheadrunning.comfor packet pickup times and locations. BYOBIn an effort to reduce
event waste, please bring your own bag for packet pickup. Our motto, We provide the goodies,
you provide the bag.
Parking: Car and Bicycle
There is plenty of parking for cars and bicycles close to the race start for each venue. We encoura
carpooling whenever possible. Follow volunteers and parking signs. ALWAYS lock your car and ta
your keys. For more information on ridesharing or bicycle maps, check out the Carpool or Ride
Your Bike section ofwww.trailheadrunning.com/trailseries.html.
Photography
We will do our best to capture the excitement of race day! Photos will be posted after the race an
links available on our website.
Port-A-Potties
Port-a-potties will be available for all participants and spectators throughout the event. And we w
have PLENTY of toilet paper too!
Pre-Race Meeting
There will be a brief pre-race meeting 10 minutes before the race starts at the start line followed
the Star Spangled Banner. Then the race will begin promptly on time.
Race Day Registration
Race day registration will be available. PAYMENT VIA CREDIT CARD OR CASH ONLY.
Note that each race is capped at 100 runners so register early to ensure your event reservation.
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Race Distance
Each of the race distances have
been measured using Garmin
technology and Google Earth
maps.
Race SizeNumber of Runners
Each race will be capped at 100
runners total.
Race Timing
This event is not chip timed.
Please wear a watch to track your
run time.
Refund, Race Entry
Refunds are not available a week
before the race. Race registration
transfers are on a case by case basis. See also cancellations due to inclement weather (Weather
Results
Only the top three overall finishers for each race distance will be announced. This is an untimed
event.
Schwag
All registered participants will receive a high quality womens cut shirt with therace logo on the
front. Finishers will receive a unique finishers gift at the finish line. There will be a different
finishers gift for each of the races.
Shoes and Clothing
Trail-specific apparel (shoes, clothing) is not necessary for the event. However, the course is off-
road so there are plenty of opportunities to encounter rocks, trees, cactus, brush, and other thing
that scrape, sting, or bite. Please take any precaution necessary to ensure a fun and safe event.
Spectators & Kids
Each course is spectator-friendly with several places to cheer athletes on during the race and/or
meet up with athletes at the post-race celebration. There are plenty of places for kids to run and
play during the events. Children under the age of 16 must have adult/guardian supervision at all
times. Check the race course map for areas that are marked as spectator friendly.
Note: Spectators are not allowed on the actual race course during the event.
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Star Spangled Banner
This is America. Darn right we
will have the Star Spangled
Banner!
Start Waves
This is a mass start event
where all runners start at the
same time. Wave starts will not
be used.
Start/Finish Line
The start and finish lines are in
the same location and marked
with appropriate signage.
Time Cutoff
There is a two (2) hour time cutoff for the 5K and 8K distance events, and a three (3) hour time
cutoff for the 13.1 mile distance event. Race director(s) have the right to pull anyone off the cour
at any time for safety reasons.
Updates and Information
Any major changes or updates to the race or related events will be e-mailed to the participants,
posted on Facebook, and updated on thetrailheadrunning.comwebsite. Please check these areas
few days before the event so you have the latest information.
Volunteers
We love our volunteers! Volunteers can register to help with an event by going to
www.trailheadrunning.com/trailseries.htmland clicking the Volunteer link under the specific
race. All volunteers will receive a race-specific t-shirt, post-race food, and our undying gratitude!
Waivers
All runners and volunteers must sign a waiver as part of their race entry/volunteer process.
Water Stop(s)
There will be at least one water stop on the 5K, 8K, and 10K courses (depending on the venue), a
at least two water stops on the 13.1 mile course where water will be provided. There will be NO
cups at the water stops. Athletes are strongly encouraged to refill using their own water bottles.
This supports Trailhead Runnings certification by the Council for Responsible Sport.
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Weather
The races will take place rain or shine. The only
exception will be in the case of lightening
the race will be postponed for 20 minutes after the
last lightening/thunder strike. The race will be
delayed up to 1 hour. If severe weather does not
allow for safe racing conditions, the race will be
cancelled and not rescheduled for a future date.
Refunds will not be issued because almost all of the
supplies and services for the event must be
purchased well in advance of the actual event date.
Last minute updates will be posted on Trailhead
Runnings website, Facebook page, and an e-mail will
be sent out to all pre-registered participants.
Thank you for joining us andhave a great race!