Frequently Asked Questions
How long is a 5K? 10K? Half-Marathon?
5 kilometers = 3.1 miles
10 kilometers = 6.2 miles
Half Marathon = 13.1 miles (21.1 kilometers)
Can I wear headphones?
Yes, but we ask that you keep the volume down at a safe level so that you can hear other runners or instructions from event personnel. We also ask that you remove them, or, at the very least, remove one ear bud when you are coming to aid stations or in a crowd. The important thing is paying attention to everyone's safety and maintaining basic race etiquette with other runners.
Are there restrooms or port-a-potties on the course?
There will be flushable toilets, (Yay!), in the Two Rivers Community Center, and port-a-potties near the start/finish area and on the course, located around miles 2, 5, 8, and 10.
What about Aid Stations?
There will be 8 aid stations containing water, sports drinks, and fruit located at miles 1.5, 3, 5, 6.5, 8, 9, 10, 11.5.
Can I register on the day of the race?
Yes, but if you wait to register until race day, we might not have a shirt available in your size that day. Race day shirts cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after late registration date: March 12, 2019. Important Notice: If you are registering on the day of the race, please come prepared to pay by check or cash. We are not set up to take debit or credit card payments and there are no ATM's in town.
Will there be age group awards?
NEW this year: Yes, there will be awards for the first place finisher in each age bracket.
When and where do I pick up my bib/race packet?
Packet Pick-up will be available only on the day of the race from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the Two Rivers Community Center.
I am a very slow runner. Am I going to be out of place?
You won't be out of place at all. This is a community event and is open to participants of all abilities -- including walkers/hikers.
Is there a time limit?
The half marathon does have a 4 hour time limit.
Can my dog run with me during the race?
Unfortunately NO. As much as we love dogs and running with our own, not everyone is comfortable being around dogs (even if leashed) and for reasons of safety (for those with two legs and four) we ask runners not to bring their dogs along for the race. Service dogs are allowed.
Are strollers allowed?
Sorry, for safety reasons, due to the rugged and uneven terrain, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, and baby backpacks, are NOT allowed on this course.
Will the race be cancelled if it rains?
The race will be held, rain or shine. Courses may be modified to account for weather conditions. Note: In the event of severe weather, disaster, or emergency occurrences, the event may be canceled to protect the safety and health of the participants and volunteers.
Can I get a refund if I cannot participate?
Unfortunately we do not offer refunds for any of the events. Costs associated with the pre-planning and ordering of participant amenities well in advance of the race prohibit us from offering refunds. In addition, refunds are not issued if the event is cancelled due to severe weather, disaster or emergency occurrences that may affect the safety and health of the participants.
Can I change distances once I've registered?
Yes. If you register for the 5k or 10k and want to move to a longer distance, contact us at adrianboosters@gmail.com. You will have to pay for the difference in registration fees. If you register for the Half or 10k and decide you want to change to a shorter distance, let us know and we can adjust the distance. We do not issue refunds for the difference in registration fees.
How do we get a team discount?
You need 7 or more runners or walkers to form a team. Select a team name, e-mail us at adrianboosters@gmail.com to request a team discount. We need to know about how many runners for each event, then we can assign you a discount code. Team members must use the discount code when they register. We cannot give a refund if team members register without the discount code.
If we form a team, does everyone have to run the same distance?
No, you just need six or more friends to join you (that’s seven or more total) in any one of the three events.
Will there be food provided after the runs?
Yes, there will be a FREE Post-Race snack for participants, including Fruit, Bagels, Brownies, and chocolate and white milk, as well as water and Gatorade. There will also be food vendors providing food for purchase.
Where are good locations to cheer?
There are several good locations to cheer near the start and finish, through Adrian and one mile south along Highway 201 to the gate, but no spectator vehicles are allowed on the off-road portion of the course. The finish for the half will come down Emerald Slope Road which would be a good place to cheer on the runners, as well.
How long is a 5K? 10K? Half-Marathon?
5 kilometers = 3.1 miles
10 kilometers = 6.2 miles
Half Marathon = 13.1 miles (21.1 kilometers)
Can I wear headphones?
Yes, but we ask that you keep the volume down at a safe level so that you can hear other runners or instructions from event personnel. We also ask that you remove them, or, at the very least, remove one ear bud when you are coming to aid stations or in a crowd. The important thing is paying attention to everyone's safety and maintaining basic race etiquette with other runners.
Are there restrooms or port-a-potties on the course?
There will be flushable toilets, (Yay!), in the Two Rivers Community Center, and port-a-potties near the start/finish area and on the course, located around miles 2, 5, 8, and 10.
What about Aid Stations?
There will be 8 aid stations containing water, sports drinks, and fruit located at miles 1.5, 3, 5, 6.5, 8, 9, 10, 11.5.
Can I register on the day of the race?
Yes, but if you wait to register until race day, we might not have a shirt available in your size that day. Race day shirts cannot be guaranteed for registrations received after late registration date: March 12, 2019. Important Notice: If you are registering on the day of the race, please come prepared to pay by check or cash. We are not set up to take debit or credit card payments and there are no ATM's in town.
Will there be age group awards?
NEW this year: Yes, there will be awards for the first place finisher in each age bracket.
When and where do I pick up my bib/race packet?
Packet Pick-up will be available only on the day of the race from 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. in the Two Rivers Community Center.
I am a very slow runner. Am I going to be out of place?
You won't be out of place at all. This is a community event and is open to participants of all abilities -- including walkers/hikers.
Is there a time limit?
The half marathon does have a 4 hour time limit.
Can my dog run with me during the race?
Unfortunately NO. As much as we love dogs and running with our own, not everyone is comfortable being around dogs (even if leashed) and for reasons of safety (for those with two legs and four) we ask runners not to bring their dogs along for the race. Service dogs are allowed.
Are strollers allowed?
Sorry, for safety reasons, due to the rugged and uneven terrain, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, and baby backpacks, are NOT allowed on this course.
Will the race be cancelled if it rains?
The race will be held, rain or shine. Courses may be modified to account for weather conditions. Note: In the event of severe weather, disaster, or emergency occurrences, the event may be canceled to protect the safety and health of the participants and volunteers.
Can I get a refund if I cannot participate?
Unfortunately we do not offer refunds for any of the events. Costs associated with the pre-planning and ordering of participant amenities well in advance of the race prohibit us from offering refunds. In addition, refunds are not issued if the event is cancelled due to severe weather, disaster or emergency occurrences that may affect the safety and health of the participants.
Can I change distances once I've registered?
Yes. If you register for the 5k or 10k and want to move to a longer distance, contact us at adrianboosters@gmail.com. You will have to pay for the difference in registration fees. If you register for the Half or 10k and decide you want to change to a shorter distance, let us know and we can adjust the distance. We do not issue refunds for the difference in registration fees.
How do we get a team discount?
You need 7 or more runners or walkers to form a team. Select a team name, e-mail us at adrianboosters@gmail.com to request a team discount. We need to know about how many runners for each event, then we can assign you a discount code. Team members must use the discount code when they register. We cannot give a refund if team members register without the discount code.
If we form a team, does everyone have to run the same distance?
No, you just need six or more friends to join you (that’s seven or more total) in any one of the three events.
Will there be food provided after the runs?
Yes, there will be a FREE Post-Race snack for participants, including Fruit, Bagels, Brownies, and chocolate and white milk, as well as water and Gatorade. There will also be food vendors providing food for purchase.
Where are good locations to cheer?
There are several good locations to cheer near the start and finish, through Adrian and one mile south along Highway 201 to the gate, but no spectator vehicles are allowed on the off-road portion of the course. The finish for the half will come down Emerald Slope Road which would be a good place to cheer on the runners, as well.