, in cooperation with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation- Central Region, the 5th annual

green lakes endurance runs

100 km & 50 km trail races

Sunday August 29, 2010

100 km - 6:00 a.m. start

50 km - 6:45 a.m. start

Affiliated with the Road Runners Club of America

We Run the Nation!

Green Lakes State Park, Fayetteville, New York

Green Lakes Endurance Runs
201 West Genesee St
PMB# 146
Fayetteville, NY 13066
United States
ph: (315) 415-5562 voice mail
admin@gleruns.org

Event Details

THESE ARE CHALLENGING SUMMER ULTRAS

While race day is usually in the low 70s Fahrenheit, a summer ultra in Central New York can be warm and humid. Runners need to manage their pace and hydration carefully. A lightning storm is another possibility on race day. Runners assume all risks associated with running in this event.

The shady lake-shore trails allow for quick running. The rolling meadows, nicknamed by local runners, "the Serengeti," may have hot sun. The rocks and roots of the steep upland forest trails can land you hard on the ground. The looped course will test your will to continue.

PARK ENTRY FEE

There is a $8 state park entry fee from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. There is not an entry fee on race day for those entering the park before 8:00 a.m. There is an entry fee for those who leave and return to the park after 8:00 a.m.

CHIP TIMING

Timing and results by YellowJacket Racing. The AMB-it timing system uses an ankle transponder allowing for shoe changes. Timing and results will include 12.5 km splits & pace, and printed updates during the race for spectators.

TIME LIMITS FOR THE 100 KM RACE

12 HOUR 87.5 km CUTOFF:
- Participants must finish 87.5 km (finish lap 7) within 12 hours in order to start the final lap. 13:15/mile pace or 1:42:51/lap. Race officials hope to provide an official finish to all participants under the 87.5 km cut-off. If you run an even pace, an extra 32:09 is allowed on the 8th lap for an official finish. The trailing runner will be accompanied by the course sweep. The trailing runner is expected to make steady forward progress or they will be assisted off the course.
- The only exception - The 87.5 km cutoff for Grandmasters 50+ is 12 hours and 45 minutes. 14:04/mile pace or 1:49:17/lap.

14 HOUR & 15 MINUTE COURSE CLOSURE:

Race course closes at 8:15 p.m. Any remaining participants will be assisted off the course unless their finish is imminent.
The only exception - The race course closes at 9:00 p.m. (15 Hours) for Grandmasters 50+.

SUNRISE & SUNSET FOR AUGUST 29, 2010

Twilight begins: 5:55 a.m. Sunrise: 6:24 a.m. Sunset: 7:46 p.m. Twilight ends: 8:15 p.m.

PARTICIPANTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO CHANGE RACES ON RACE DAY

Participants are only included in the race results of the race that they enter. 100 km entrants that do not finish after 50 km will not appear in the 50 km results, and 50 km entrants that go on to finish 100 km will not appear in the 100 km results. See Registration Policy.

AID STATIONS

There are three aid stations on the 7.77 mile (12.5 km) course.

Main Aid Station - The lap/finish area near the Great Room building.
Farmers Hill - Upon arrival to the "Serengeti."
Vista - Prior to re-entering the forest.

The three stations have cold water, ice, cold Accelerade, cola, ginger ale, bananas, watermelon, other fruit, cookies, and salty snacks.
Main Aid Station will have sandwiches, warm pasta & soup after 11:00 a.m.
Drinking cups will be available, but In the interest of minimizing waste and litter, participants are encouraged to carry bottles. Aid station volunteers will assist with filling bottles.
The aid stations provide fluid and energy sources for the participants along with some very basic first aid supplies. They do NOT provide electrolyte supplements, medicine or blister care. Ultrarunners are expected to be prepared with their own supplements, medicine and foot care.
The Main Aid Station is accessible by ambulance, but there will be long emergency response times to injury and illness on most of the trails.

DROP BAGS (PARTICIPANT BELONGINGS)

Participants and crew can position bags, coolers, chairs & canopies (10'x10' max) beside the Main Aid Station on the Aid Station side of the paved walkway. This area will be clearly designated on race morning. Drop bags can NOT be brought to the Farmers Hill or Vista aid stations.

PACING (BEING ACCOMPANIED BY A NON-PARTICIPANT)

Pacing is not allowed. A paced runner has an advantage, and pacing puts more runners on the park trails. An official sweep will accompany the trailing runner under the 87.5 km cut-off on the last lap. The only exception is for 100-km Grandmasters 50+ that start their last lap after 5:45 p.m.- they can have one pacer on their last lap.

POST-RACE LUNCH & DINNER

Ultra runners benefit from supporting and getting to know one another. This is the perfect opportunity with a meal of authentic pasta and soups, assorted submarine sandwiches, fruit, cookies, chips, and soft drinks. For those that need to leave right away, there is a "to go" meal for you. Encourage family and crew to provide there own meals so food remains for the later finishers. Crews are encouraged to let us know if there is anything that they need during their runner's race.

THE USE OF PERSONAL MUSIC DEVICES IS STRONGLY DISCOURAGED

To enjoy all that our race has to offer, the Green Lakes Endurance Runs encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of the Green Lakes Endurance Runs.

The American Trail Running Association does not advise the use of headphones or iPods. "The wearer typically hears nothing around them to include approaching wildlife, and other humans." Quote from Rules on the Run.

We believe your race experience and those around you will be greatly enhanced by leaving the headphones at home or in the car. Running headphone-free allows for camaraderie with fellow ultrarunners and allows for friendly and courteous communication with your fellow trail user. This courtesy also allows race staff to communicate with you.

SMALL CHILDREN AND DOGS

Crews and spectators should supervise their children and dogs (6' leash policy) very carefully, especially near the Main Aid Station and Finish Line. Dogs, small children, and runners do not mix well . Thank you.

The Beginning
In August 2006, the Inaugural Green Lakes Endurance Runs were held. 50 runners were allowed to race on the lake trails. GLER 2006 was a success as a result of many dedicated volunteers that were motivated by their love of the park.
In 2007, it became apparent that more than 50 runners would be signing up to race. The Park Manager decided the field could be expanded if the course utilized more of the 20 miles or so of additional trails in the park. This would spread the runners out, minimizing the event's footprint on the busier lake trails. USATF certifier, Don Hughes, applied road certification standards as much as possible in the design and measurement of the current 12.5k course. The current course provides a true trail race competition with varied surfaces, grades and views, yet remains runnable.