Hogsback Half Marathon
- Date Sat 28th September 2024
- Time 9:00AM EST
- Location Colebrook, Connecticut
- Price $86.80
- Races 2 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating experience at the Hogsback Half Marathon on Saturday, September 28, 2024, in the scenic Colebrook, Northwest Hills! Runners of all levels are invited to tackle this fast and USATF certified course, featuring a picturesque route along lightly traveled country roads beside the Farmington River. The race kicks off at 9 a.m., with an early start option at 8:15 a.m. for those who anticipate taking over 2 hours and 45 minutes to finish.
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled race day, complete with 6 aid stations, amazing race shirts, and custom finisher medals from Ashworth Awards. The post-race celebration will include delicious food, awards for the top runners in various age groups, and exciting raffle prizes. Plus, all proceeds from the event will benefit Running for Rescues, a dedicated organization that supports the lives of shelter animals. Join us for a day of fitness and community spirit, while making a meaningful impact!
Participants can look forward to a fun-filled race day, complete with 6 aid stations, amazing race shirts, and custom finisher medals from Ashworth Awards. The post-race celebration will include delicious food, awards for the top runners in various age groups, and exciting raffle prizes. Plus, all proceeds from the event will benefit Running for Rescues, a dedicated organization that supports the lives of shelter animals. Join us for a day of fitness and community spirit, while making a meaningful impact!
Organiser's Description
2024 HOGSBACK HALF MARATHON INFORMATION:
START TIME: General race begins promptly at 9 a.m. on September 28, 2024. IF YOU ANTICIPATE NEEDING MORE THAT 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES TO COMPLETE THE COURSE, WE WILL BE OFFERING AN EARLY START AT 8:15 A.M.
AMENITIES:
* Rural course on lightly travelled country roads along the Farmington River;
* Amazing race shirts;
* 6 aid stations -- all stations have fluids two will also be stocked with gels;
* Great post-race food;
* Custom finisher medals from Ashworth Awards;
* Electronic bib tag timing;
* Customized bibs with runners names;
* Awards in 5-year age groups; and
* Fun raffle prizes.
COURSE: Fast USATF certified course with a 100 foot net elevation decrease. You'll run on country roads through the towns of Riverton, Pleasant Valley, Hartland and Colebrook, Connecticut.
AWARDS: Top 3 overall male and female runners and 3 deep in 5 year age divisions (18 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 +). If we are not able to hold an in-person award ceremony, awards will be mailed.
PROCEEDS: All proceeds from the race benefit Running for Rescues [https://www.facebook.com/RunnningforRescues/?fref=ts]. Running for Rescues is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of shelter animals. Running for Rescues supports small, grassroots organizations on the front lines - people pulling animals out of shelters before they are put to sleep. The cost associated with their efforts can be staggering! Running for Rescues funds shots, spay/neuter, transport, boarding, or food while the animal is being fostered and gives animals the opportunity to find a forever home.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
Packet pickup begins at 7 a.m. on race day (September 28, 2024).
Early Start at 8:15 a.m. If you anticipate needing more than 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES to complete the course, we will be offering an Early Start at 8:15 a.m. (please register for the early start option when you sign up for the race)
General Start at 9 a.m.
Post-Race Celebration Begins at 10:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony & Raffles at 11:45 a.m.
START TIME: General race begins promptly at 9 a.m. on September 28, 2024. IF YOU ANTICIPATE NEEDING MORE THAT 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES TO COMPLETE THE COURSE, WE WILL BE OFFERING AN EARLY START AT 8:15 A.M.
AMENITIES:
* Rural course on lightly travelled country roads along the Farmington River;
* Amazing race shirts;
* 6 aid stations -- all stations have fluids two will also be stocked with gels;
* Great post-race food;
* Custom finisher medals from Ashworth Awards;
* Electronic bib tag timing;
* Customized bibs with runners names;
* Awards in 5-year age groups; and
* Fun raffle prizes.
COURSE: Fast USATF certified course with a 100 foot net elevation decrease. You'll run on country roads through the towns of Riverton, Pleasant Valley, Hartland and Colebrook, Connecticut.
AWARDS: Top 3 overall male and female runners and 3 deep in 5 year age divisions (18 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 +). If we are not able to hold an in-person award ceremony, awards will be mailed.
PROCEEDS: All proceeds from the race benefit Running for Rescues [https://www.facebook.com/RunnningforRescues/?fref=ts]. Running for Rescues is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to saving the lives of shelter animals. Running for Rescues supports small, grassroots organizations on the front lines - people pulling animals out of shelters before they are put to sleep. The cost associated with their efforts can be staggering! Running for Rescues funds shots, spay/neuter, transport, boarding, or food while the animal is being fostered and gives animals the opportunity to find a forever home.
EVENT DETAILS AND SCHEDULE
Packet pickup begins at 7 a.m. on race day (September 28, 2024).
Early Start at 8:15 a.m. If you anticipate needing more than 2 HOURS 45 MINUTES to complete the course, we will be offering an Early Start at 8:15 a.m. (please register for the early start option when you sign up for the race)
General Start at 9 a.m.
Post-Race Celebration Begins at 10:30 a.m.
Awards Ceremony & Raffles at 11:45 a.m.
Races
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1/2 Marathon 8:15 Early Start (For Runners Needing More Than 2:45 to Complete the Course)
Incl. $6.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (8:15AM EDT)
$86.80
CLOSEDThe 8:15 a.m. is only for runners who will need more than 2:45 to complete the 13.1 mile course. If you participate in the early start and finish in less than 2:30, we will disqualify you and remove you from the race results. -
1/2 Marathon 9 a.m. General Start
Incl. $6.80 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 28th September 2024 (9:00AM EDT)
$86.80
CLOSED
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