Event Description

About This Event:

This is a fundraiser event to support the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra (SMSO), located in St. Joseph, Michigan. The SMSO has been an integral part of the cultural fabric of the community since 1951. We strive to bring a wide variety of musical experiences to the region and help maintain a dynamic and vibrant community for all.

We are extremely grateful for your participation and support of this event which helps us fulfill our mission of Transforming Lives Through Music.

Course Description:

Experience the beauty of southwest Michigan's agricultural heart as you run past fragrant vineyards, hops fields, and rich farmland between Stevensville and Baroda, Michigan.The course starts and ends at the same place, looping around the countryside.

The half-marathon route is mainly flat, but there are some climbs along the way to add some challenge.The 5K route is a great way for both runners and walkers to get some endorphins in early and use that energy throughout the rest of the day!  

Event Locations:

• Saturday Packet Pickup - SMSO Office, 513 Ship Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085  @ 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm
• Race Day Packet Pickup (Start/Finish) - Lakeshore Youth Soccer Complex, 6343 Cleveland Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127  @ 6:30 am to 7:45 am

Event Times:

• Early Packet Pickup - September 14, 2019  (1:00 pm to 5:00 pm @  SMSO Office 513 Ship Street, St. Joseph, MI 49085)
• Race Day Packet Pickup - September 15, 2019  (6:30 am to 7:45 am @ Lakeshore Youth Soccer Complex,  6343 Cleveland Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127)
• Race Day Registration - 6:30 am (Walk in registrations on race day are welcome)
• Race Times
  • Half Marathon @ 8:00 am
  • 5K Run/Walk @ 8:15 am

Registration Fees:

Half Marathon

• Early Bird Pricing - $60.00  Until Feb 15th (11:59 pm)
• Pre-Registration Pricing - $65.00 Feb 16th (12:00 am) to June 30th (11:59 pm) 
• Pre-Registration Pricing - $70.00 July 1st (12:00 am) to September 13th (11:59 pm)
• Race Day Pricing - $75.00

5K Run Walk

• Early Bird Pricing - $30.00  Until Feb 15th (11:59 pm)
• Pre-Registration Pricing - $35.00 Feb 16th (12:00 am) to September 13th (11:59 pm) 
• Race Day Pricing - $40.00

Age Divisions and Awards:

• Overall Male and Overall Female
• Age Division Awards (Male and Female) - 14 and Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 and Over.

Tee Shirts:

• Two shirt sizing options will be available - Women's Tee Shirt Fit and Unisex Tee Shirt Fit.
• An extra $2.00 will be added for the XXL sizes.
• Tee Shirts are guaranteed for all participants if registration is made before September 1, 2019.  After September 1st, tee shirts are available on "first come - first serve" basis.

Timing and Scoring:

• Timing and scoring will be done by Mac's Sports Timing using ChronoTrack technology. Results will be posted immediately after the event.    www.macssportstiming.com

Need a little help getting ready for the race? Sunset Coast Striders has a training plan that can help you out! Check it out here: https://thedriven.net/HNHM