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Saturday, May 12, 2007 -- Ruritan Park, Yellow Spring - Capon Valley, WV
Capon Valley 50K Run (iPO Event Id#: 7841)

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Visit the NEW Capon Valley 50K website at: RunCapon50K.com

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Take the leap into the Capon 50K

This is the 9th year for the Capon Valley 50K Run. The course is beautiful with some good hills, but it's VERY runnable. There are a number of stream crossings, and just a few rocky areas. Maps will be available on the day of the event and the entire trail will be clearly marked. We get great reviews from runners who come from all over to race on this course. Sanctioned by USA Track & Field.

Free BBQ chicken dinner after the race for all runners. Lots of free flat camping space. Saturday breakfast available for purchase. Completion awards for all runners. Special awards for first man/woman and top ten only with somes additional prizes going to others. Time Limit - 8 hours.

Contact: Robin Kane, call (304) 874-3763 or e-mail her at robinkane@msn.com

Race Details:

  • Fees: $60, but fee increases to $75 on/after May 3, 2007 (MUST be 18 years of age)
  • Entries limited to 200 runners. Entries close on May 8, 2007.
  • Register Online at Active.com
  • Start Time is 8:00 AM (Run Briefing: 7:30 AM) - Ruritan Park on River Road, Yellow Spring , WV
  • Race day sign ups on Friday evening and 6:00 AM Saturday
  • Extra barbecue chicken dinners: $7.00 each
  • Run benefits: Capon Springs Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Capon Valley Ruritan Club, and Edgebrook.org

FACILITIES: TOILETS with running water available at the Ruritan Park. Free outside SHOWERS also available at the Ruritan Park. Plenty of snacks and drinks for the runners at 7 aid stations (approximately every 5 miles) and at the finish. Free homemade barbecued chicken dinner for each runner after the race, and additional dinners may be purchased. Check out our local COUNTRY STORE serving the community for over 50 years! This wonderful old country atmosphere place offers gas, ice, snacks, drinks, and more.

NO VEHICLES PERMITTED ON THE COURSE or at aid stations; however, transportation will be available for spectators, volunteers and for any runners unable to continue. We will carry marked bags to the aid stations as requested.

SUGGESTED LODGING: Visit www.runcapon50k.com/LODGING.htm.

The historic Capon Springs & Farms, Phone: (304) 874-3695. In addition to the Resort, there are several nice B&B 'S in the area. For more information and assistance, call Barbara Silverman toll free at (866) 833-2929 or e-mail her at bubbz@frontiernet.net.

DIRECTIONS: From the intersection of I 66 and I 81 - North on I 81 for 10 miles to exit 310, Left onto Route 37 (western by-pass around Winchester). Left on Route 50 and go west for 12 miles; Left on Route 259 and go south (green highway sign says to Wardensville) for 10 miles to Yellow Spring. Cross the cement bridge, turn right on River Road (just past the post office and general store) to the Ruritan Park on the left (about 1.4 mile). There is a sign for the Ruritan on Route 259, but it is difficult to see after dark. It is 100 miles and approximately 2 hours from D.C. on excellent roads with beautiful scenery.

From North on I 81 West on Route 37 (exit 317); go about 4 miles turn west on Route 50, then follow above.

From South on I 81 - West on Route 55 (exit 296); go 20 miles to first stop sign. At stop sign turn right on Route 259; go 10 miles to Yellow Spring; left on River Road (before the cement bridge) to Ruritan Club on left.

Runner's Quotes: "We had an absolutely fantastic time ~ We have never run in such beautiful country ~ The most fun we've had in years ~ One of the most scenic runs I have ever run ~ Can't say enough about the volunteers, friendliness, cheerfulness and support ~ Congratulations to you and your staff on another great event ~ Course was spectacular ~ Aid stations were most excellent ~ Great trail marking ~ My favorite run ~ We'll be back every year."

TITLE: Capon Valley 50K XC Run
WHEN: Sat, 12 May, 2007 @ 8:00 AM
WHERE: Ruritan Park, Capon Valley (Yellow Spring), WV
CONTACT: Robin Kane (304) 874-3763 robinkane@msn.com
OFF-SITE URL: RunCapon50K.com