CALGARY ROADRUNNERS CLUB : A NONPROFIT RUNNING CLUB SINCE 1976 
Waldorf XC Silver Springs XC

 
Grand Prix

Grand Prix Series - Cross Country Races

The XC Grand Prix series combines the essential ingredients of real running: varied terrain, natural surfaces and plenty of food. Run a few, or complete all ten in the race series. Each race is preceded by a kids' race about 1 km in length. All races are followed by social mixing, soup and desserts. The soup, buns and beverages are provided, you bring the dessert.

Runner's Responsibility / Course Marshall's Responsibility / XC Rules

2011-2012 Schedule

Oct. 1 River Park Classic Derek Wilkinson 271-2240
Oct. 16 (Sun) Confed Park Relay Ryan Rawlyk and
Phil Ukrainetz
585-1002
Nov. 5 Edworthy Park Danny Beaman 463-4394
Dec. 3 Okotoks Shelly Vold 938-2699
Dec. 17 Silver Springs
(accepting donations for shelter)
TBA TBA
Jan. 14 Nose Creek Dawn Henry 226-3076
Jan. 28 Twelve Mile Coulee Hugh Magill 286-8588
Feb. 11 Nose Hill Trevor Williams 831-8738
Feb. 25 Weaselhead Alan Lam 818-1284
Mar. 10 Fish Creek Karen Chugg 278-1959
Mar. 24 Awards Night
Pot Luck Banquet
Kathy Taerum and
Derek Wilkinson
271-2240

Grand Prix Details

Start time:

12:00 Noon, on Saturdays (except Confederation Park which is on a Sunday)

Distance:

Grand Prix qualifying races are about 8 km. A 4km fun run is offered at each event. The Confederation Relay is a 3-person relay, each runner completing a 4km course - a great introduction to XC running.

Pre-registration:

Required only for the Confederation Relay.

More information:

www.calgaryroadrunners.com for race entry forms, rules and last-minute updates.

Social restrictions:

PLEASE BRING A DESSERT and your mug, bowl & spoon. Help reduce the amount of waste generated at each race.Our long-serving volunteers dish up food and beverages at eight of the 10 races. Each year we recognize their efforts by supporting a charity. At the Silver Springs XC on Dec. 12. we will be accepting donations for senior citizens in the shelter at Kirby House and toiletries for the Drop-In Centre. Suggested gifts include candy, playing cards, shampoo, shaving kits & toothbrushes. Donations aren't mandatory but very much appreciated.

Entry Fees:

General fee $10.00, Current CRR club members $7.00, Students $5.00. Children's 1km Free. Parent must complete entry & sign waiver for each child.

Rewards/Awards:

Soup, beverages and desserts to all participants. Grand Prix Awards will be presented to top three in each age category at the banquet on March 20, 2009. Trophies to overall male and female series champion (crafted by local Maori artist) and Iron Person Awards will also be presented at the Awards Night.

Grand Prix Format:

Best six finishes in all but the Confederation Relay to count in Grand Prix standings, in the following categories: Under 18, 18-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 plus (male and female). See CRR web page for complete set of rules. Age as on date of series first race (October 3, 2009).

Iron Person Award

Must run in the all 10 races including the Confederation Relay. May substitute one volunteering stint as a Race Marshal or Finish Line volunteer to count for one of the 10 events. See the XC Rules.

© Copyright 2010 CRR Mission: • To facilitate, foster and promote distance running for pleasure, fitness, competition and sportmanship. • To serve as a network for socializing and as a forum for discussing matters affecting the interests of runners. • To advocate on matters of interest and concern to runners in their pursuit and enjoyment of running.