Event Information
Registration Fees
The early registration fee by August 31, 11:59 PM is $22. From September 1 through November 21 the fee is $28. The race day entry fee is $35. Tee shirts are guaranteed through November 3rd and after that until we run out of supplies.
Race Proceeds
This race will benefit the Whitin Community Center and Massachusetts Audubon Society.
Amenities
Long sleeved cotton tee shirts guaranteed to all who pre-register by November 3rd, sizes are not guaranteed so come early to pick the size you want, Whitin Five mugs are given to the first 50 finishers and the first 10 women after the 50, race sanctioned by RRCA, hot showers and lockers in a warm building, raffles, coffee and great refreshments. Race number and tee shirt pick up Wednesday evening before the race at the Whitin Community Center from 5-7 PM.
Course
The course is USATF certified, # MA07032JK. There are mile markers and a water stop half way. The course is flat, rolling and fast. There is a video of the course on the Whitin Five website.
Other information
The race will be held rain or shine! Blizzard date is November 25 at 8:10 AM. For race updates, epecially concerning weather, go to the Whitin Five Facebook page. Walkers are not eligible for awards and must walk on the walking course. They may do multiple loops for a longer walk. For safety reasons, the police do not want walkers on the race course where there is more traffic. Registration is non-refundable. This is a traditional fun family event!
Awards
CASH AWARDS:
1st Woman $75.00
2nd Woman $60.00
3rd Woman $50.00
1st Man $75.00
2nd Man $60.00
3rd Man $50.00
1st 40-49 Woman $50.00
1st 40-49 Man $50.00
1st 50-59 Woman $50.00
1st 50-59 Man $50.00
1st 60-69 Man $50.00
1st 60-69 Woman $50.00
1st 70+ Person $50.00
MERCHANDISE AWARDS:
Top 3 per division after the cash awards. Must be present to claim award. Awards will not be mailed. One award per person.
DIVISIONS:
Male and Female~
A. Under 13
B. 13 - 19
C. 20 - 29
D. 30 - 39
E. 40 - 49
F. 50 - 59
G. 60 - 69
H. 70 - 79
I. 80 - 89
J. 90+
BONUS! $75.00 for New Course Records!
Open:
1991 - Jane Welzel - 27:51
1990 - Scott Mason - 24:41
Master:
2001 - Mary Lammi - 29:43
1990 - Larry Olsen - 25:41