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Grand Prix Series - Cross Country Races
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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
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| Sep 29 |
Waldorf |
Chris Bunce |
686-6699 |
| Oct 21 |
Confed Relay |
Julie King |
289-4722 |
| Nov 10 |
Edworthy |
Danny Beaman |
463-4394 |
| Dec 1 |
Okotoks |
Gary Glover |
995-5765 |
| Dec 15 |
Silver Springs (accepting donations for shelter) |
Kathy Taerum |
239-5690 |
| Jan 12 |
Nose Creek |
Dawn Henry |
226-3076 |
| Jan 26 |
12 Mile Coulee |
Hugh Magill |
286-6269 |
| Feb 9 |
Nose Hill |
Jim Morris |
710-4662 |
| Feb 23 |
Weaselhead |
Rob Stichbury |
256-0753 |
| Mar 8 |
Fish Creek |
Karen Chugg |
278-1959 |
| Mar 22 |
Awards Night –Pot Luck Banquet |
Kathy Taerum |
239-5690 |
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Start time:
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12:00 Noon, on Saturdays (except Confederation Park which is on a Sunday)
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Distance:
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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.
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Pre-registration:
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Required only for the Confederation Relay.
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More information:
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www.calgaryroadrunners.com for race entry forms, rules and last-minute updates.
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Social restrictions:
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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. 16. 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.
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Entry Fees:
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General fee $10.00 (except at Waldorf race), Current CRR club members $7.00, Students $5.00. Children's 1km Free (except at the Waldorf race.) Parent must complete entry & sign waiver for each child.
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Rewards/Awards:
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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 22, 2008. 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.
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Grand Prix Format:
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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 (September 29, 2007.)
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Iron Person Award
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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.
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