Buzz Marathon #25 and Camp Roberts Expo

25th annual MEDITATIVE AND SERENE RUN is a BOSTON QUALIFIER (among others) as well as part of SERIES RUNNER. All races are run on the grounds of historic Camp Roberts Army National Guard Reservation, just north of San Miguel, California. Out-and-back course on paved road with dirt and packed gravel shoulders. Flat to gentle rolling hills, with breathtaking views of oak-studded hillsides, Salinas and Nacimiento Rivers and abundant Central Coast wildlife. Some compare course to a trail run. Start line is at 518' at Stop sign on NE corner of California and Arizona and rises to 781' at the marathon turn-around spot. Aide stations located at mile 1.8, 3.8, 5.7, 6.55 (1/2 marathon turn around), 8, 10, 12, 13.1 (full marathon turn around) are stocked with water, Gatorade, bananas, oranges, gels and on return Fritos and M&Ms added. You will truly enjoy this event!

COURSE USATF #CA24001TEB

PASSENGERS IN A VEHICLE ACCOMPANYING PARTICIPANT and PERSONS IN A VEHICLE COMING TO SUPPORT A RUNNER AND ENJOY THE ENTERTAINMENT EXPO must be on the security list so need to register as a passenger and sign the waiver.

CHILD CARE available by request. If your child is in the mile run for the under age 12's we will get them to start line and pickup from the finish. MUSEUM AND ANNEX OPEN DURING RACE AND SOME MILITARY VEHICLES FOR VIEWING/CLIMBING.

NEW THIS YEAR: CAMP ROBERTS entertainment EXPO is sponsored by and supports the MWR PROGRAM (Morale, Welfare & Recreation) for the troops on base and training rotation troops year around. Vendors, Food Trucks, DJ, and beer garden activities are adjacent to the start/finish line.

CAMP ROBERTS ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: To enter this federal facility you will need current driver's license, current car registration, and current proof of insurance (rental agreement works if you have a rental). Foreign nationals will need to send copies of passport, photo id/drivers license to the base security DPO (or race director) by February 22, 2025 for vetting. EVERYONE ENTERING BASE WILL BE ASKED TO SIGN A "HOLD HARMLESS" AGREEMENT AT SECURITY CHECKIN. TRY TO CHECKIN ON TUESDAY - THURSDAY 10AM-4PM OR FRIDAY AS IT TAKES ABOUT 10 MINUTES TO PROCESS UNLESS YOU ARE IN THE SYSTEM FROM LAST YEAR THEN IT WILL BE 3-5 MINUTES.

BOOK LODGING EARLY! This is a wine country destination so rooms fill early. Lodging may be available on base by contacting the Billeting Office (805)238-8531.