Black Cat 10M & 20M

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  • 03.12.2016 @ 09:00 AM
  • Salem, Massachusetts
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Event Details
03 .12 .2016
starts at 09 :00 AM
ends at 01 :00 PM
18 Washington Square W, Salem, MA 01970 , Salem , Massachusetts 01970
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Event Information
General Info
The Black Cat 10 and 20 miler is in its 5th year! The 10 mile event makes for a great winter goal and the 20 mile falls at the perfect time for all of you training for Boston or an early spring marathon. This is one of the most scenic endurance events with the best volunteers, aid stations at every 1.5miles and cool swag for all participants.
Custom Shirts
First 800 participants to register (both races combined) will receive a Long Sleeve tech Shirt (sizes not guaranteed, first come first serve)
Allie Castner Scholarship Fund
By supporting this worthy cause, we can all continue to hold Allies world her spirit her memory, and her remarkable life in our hearts forever. Anyone who runs for Allie will be given a special gift.
Accomodations
The Hawthorne Hotel will be the host hotel offering a discount Friday/Saturday to all Black Cat Runners. Please reference the Black Cat when you are booking your room.


Course
The 20 mile course is a two loop run with a few rolling hills, some good down hills and gorgeous scenic views. The event starts in front of the Hawthorne Hotel (18 Washington Sq. W) in the heart of downtown Salem. Runners will follow Lafayette St. continuing on 114 into Marblehead and turn around at the entrance to Devereux Beach. Head back into Salem all the way down Fort Avenue and looping back into downtown Salem to Finish.
Awards
First Overall Male and Female in 10 mile. First Overall Male and Female in 20 mile. Top three male and female in each age category. 1st place Male/Female/Co-Ed running clubs(top 3 runners cumulative time).
Registration/Packet Pickup
Pre Packet Pickup Options

Thursday Packet pick up- 1-6pm at B&S fitness Compaines (Shetland Park 45 Congress Street, Dock 19/20 - Entrance B Salem, MA 01970 GPS: 90 Leavitt St. Salem, MA 01970)

Friday 3-7pm at the Hawthorne Hotel (Race Site)

Saturday 6:30-race start at the Hawthorne Hotel (Race Site)
Parking on Race Day
157 Spots in the parking lot across from Shetland Park, Parking Garage on corner of Congress and Derby St. Street parking is available, please be cautious of street signage. Parking around Salem Common is permitted.

Other optional metered lots include:



Metered Parking Lots

South Harbor 1st Floor

One Salem Green Lot

Church Street Lots

Riley Plaza East

Crombie Street Lot

Sewell Street Lot

Municipal Lot

YMCA Lot

Front Street Lot

Course Maps
Sub Event Cost Distance
$40.00 10mi
$60.00 20mi
$135.00 20mi
The City of Salem, Salem Park and Recreation Department, BnS Fitness Programs LLC, BnS Event Management and or the volunteers and race directors are not liable for personal injuries or loss of, damage to personal property. Since this is physical activity and an event, injuries and death may occur. Each participant in this event is responsible for themselves and should inform the race director of any physical limitations, which may prevent full participation in this event. Refunds: There are no refunds. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES WILL A RACE ENTRANT BE ALLOWED TO TRANSFER, SELL OR SUBSTITUTE ANOTHER ATHLETE AT ANY TIME. The event organizer has the right to shorten or even cancel the event if, in his or her judgment, environmental conditions including weather become dangerous; in this situation no refunds will be given. SecureFee™ Registration Cancellation Insurance is offered in most states. If purchased, your registration may be covered for one of the covered reasons stated in the policy.