, in cooperation with the New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation- Central Region, the 5th annual

green lakes endurance runs

100 km & 50 km trail races

Sunday August 29, 2010

100 km - 6:00 a.m. start

50 km - 6:45 a.m. start

Affiliated with the Road Runners Club of America

We Run the Nation!

Green Lakes State Park, Fayetteville, New York

Green Lakes Endurance Runs
201 West Genesee St
PMB# 146
Fayetteville, NY 13066
United States
ph: (315) 415-5562 voice mail
admin@gleruns.org

RACE UPDATES

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Top two reasons to complete your race registeration now: 1) Fees increase August 1st. 2) The races are almost sold out.

A preview run and fat ass 50k starts Sunday August 1 at 7:30 a.m. beginning from the lap-finish line. Click here for a pdf map of the beach showing the lap-finish. Meet up with others that are knowledgeable about the course and run 1, 2, 3 or 4 laps. This is a non-competitive run supported with Accelerade and other running fuel.

A big thank you goes out to those at EMS for supporting GLER with quality EMS gear prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd in division as well as $40 Gift Cards for the champions. That means about 27% of participants will receive prizes & awards.

Still no women are registered in the 50k 60+ and 100k 50+ divisions. A 100k Champion Plaque and 50k Gold Medal awaits 1st in division! Click here for complete Award information.

RRCA NEW YORK STATE ULTRA CHAMPIONSHIP

The Road Runners Club of America has designated the 100-km race the New York State Ultra Championship. New York residency is NOT required. 1st, 2nd & 3rd place in Open, and 1st place in Master & Grandmaster division will receive RRCA Championship Plaques.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION

The 50 km race is four laps and the 100 km race is eight laps of the 12.5 km trail loop course that offers 500 feet of climb each lap. The trails include shaded shoreline around scenic lakes, steep ascents and descents through upland forest, and panoramic views from rolling meadows. The course lies within Green Lakes State Park which is near Syracuse, New York.

100 KM TIME LIMITS

The 87.5 km cut-off is 12 hours (6:00 p.m.) and the course closes at 14 hours and 15 minutes (8:15 p.m.). The Grandmaster (age 50+) 87.5 km cut-off is 12 hours and 45 minutes (6:45 p.m.) and the course stays open for those age 50+ until 9:00 p.m.

FIELD LIMIT

150, see RACE REGISTRATION for more information.

RACE WEBCAST AND RESULTS

Real time race blog entries, live checkpoint (12.5 km splits) updates, participant splits, and photos will be posted as the races unfold. Click here for the race webcast and results.

GREEN LAKES STATE PARK

This state park is a treasure just east of Syracuse, New York. The park takes its name from two glacially-formed lakes (Green & Round Lake) which get their distinctive color from deep clear waters and minerals. Round Lake is designated a National Natural Landmark.

Of the park's 1,756 acres, surveys have found nearly 800 acres of old growth forest. This multi-use park has campgrounds, miles of hiking/biking trails, and a golf course with restaurant. The beach provides swimming, picnic areas, a concession stand, showers, and a playground. This is a nice setting for family and crew.

NATURAL HERITAGE TRUST

Green Lakes State Park is a unique and inspiring natural asset. Many generous New Yorkers and others have stepped forward to protect and preserve Green Lakes.

The Natural Heritage Trust (NHT) is the ideal vehicle for individuals to contribute to the State's efforts to enhance Green Lakes State Park. The NHT is a 501c-3 public benefit corporation established to advance numerous parks, conservation, recreation, historic preservation and waterfront revitalization goals.

CLICK HERE to donate to Green Lakes State Park through the NHT. Designate your donation to Green Lakes State Park and mention the Green Lakes Endurance Runs! If you prefer, you can send your NHT donation directly to the GLER Race Office (201 West Genesee St PMB# 146 Fayetteville, NY 13066) or the Green Lakes Park Office (7900 Green Lakes Rd Fayetteville, NY 13066).

EVENT SPONSORS

Sponsors of the Green Lakes Endurance Runs provide significant support that is aimed at contributing to your race performance, recovery and fun. The list of these generous sponsors is found on the Sponsors page.