Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon
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Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K & 5K
The event in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania, offers three distances on a rail-trail out-and-back course that begins at Shippensburg Township Park and runs through scenic countryside. The course is described as flat and fast, with all turnarounds clearly marked.
Distances:
- Half Marathon
- 10K
- 5K
Registration is not yet open for the next edition. Packet pickup is available both before the race at the start/finish area and on race morning; a Self Lookup area is provided for bib numbers. If a registration occurs within 24 hours of bib pickup, the bib number may be texted quickly.
Aid stations are provided every two miles starting at mile 2, with water and Gatorade available. Runners and walkers are encouraged to carry their own hydration and fuel. Participants are asked to place garbage in or near provided cans on the course or carry it to the next station.
Post-race amenities include a medal and lanyard, a T-shirt, running ankle socks, food and drink, live/text/email results, and free finish line photos. Awards are available: top overall finishers in M/F/X and top three in age groups for the distances and combo categories. The event page notes same-day results and photos will be available. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
