Raquette River Races

The Raquette River Marathon and races run along the scenic Raquette River along River Rd, starting and finishing in Potsdam at the Potsdam Arena. The course involves rolling hills and is certified by USATF and therefore Boston Qualifier Certified. All races start together at 9:00. Plenty of parking at Pine Street Arena.
There will be restrooms at the start finish and portable johns near both the half marathon turn-around and the marathon turn-around points. A swag bag with registration materials will be handed out to all pre-registered athletes that will include their bib and pins, t-shirt, sports drink, granola, fruit, and more. Water/sports drink stops will exist every 2 miles along the course and at the start finish.
RACE DAY: Check-in inside the arena, awards begin at 11 am, there will be a vendor expo including food and drink on site from 8:30-3:00.
Awards for races are as follows: 11 am for 5k/10k (age group awards), Half Marathon and Marathon runners will receive medals at finish, and we will do 1st-3rd overall male and female podium awards after the top 3 finishers have come in for each of those races. CASH AWARDS planned for the Marathon! These will be $150 for 1st, $100 for 2nd, and $50 for 3rd.