Black Bear Half Marathon
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Event details
The Black Bear Half Marathon & 8K takes place in Hendersonville, North Carolina, with race activities centered at Jackson Park. The event is presented by Hunter Subaru and is the fourth event in the Appalachian Trilogy series. Entries include a commemorative finisher medal and event shirts (long sleeve RECOVER brand for the Half Marathon, short sleeve Bella Canvas for the 8K) if registered before the September 14 deadline. A virtual option is available for both distances. The race day features a Black Bear Fall Market at Jackson Park with local vendors, live music, and post-race refreshments, and Oklawaha Brewing offers a complimentary beer to participants who present their race bib.
- 13.1 miles - Half Marathon
- 8K (5 miles) - 8K
Course and race logistics
Both courses start and end in Jackson Park and follow paved roads and forested greenways. Each course has less than 400 feet of elevation gain. There will be two aid stations supplying Gatorade, water, energy gels, and Jambars. The event uses chip timing; timing chips are on the race bibs and timing mats are placed on course. Both courses are USATF sanctioned and certified (Sanction Number #142774; Half Marathon Certification NC22016DF; 8K Certification NC22015DF). Packet pickup takes place at Oklawaha Brewing and at Jackson Park on race weekend. Prizes are awarded to overall and age group winners. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.