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River Jam Run- Race Edition

5000 Whitewater Center Parkway
Charlotte, NC 28214

Running > 10k, 5k

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Event Description

Thursday night means it’s time to hit the trails. Take your weekday run off-road in this weekday trail race on the second Thursday of every month from May until September. Each race in the series will feature a 5K(ish) and 10K(ish) distance. Following the race, hang out and enjoy live music at the River Jam concert series.

Awards will be given to the winners of each race as well as the winners of the series overall. To be considered for the series title, participants must race a minimum of three races of the same distance.

A custom River Jam Run: Race Edition scarf (view here) will also be given out to anyone who completes all 5 River Jam Run: Race Edition Events. Scarfs will be handed out to participants who completed all 5 River Jam Run: Race Edition Events upon crossing the finish line at the September edition.

EVENT DETAILS:

  • Date – Second Thursday of each month (May – September, 2019)
  • Distance – 5K-ish and 10K-ish
  • Time – 6:30pm

REGISTRATION:

  • Pre-Registration
    • $15
  • Race-Day Registration
    • $20

SCHEDULE:

Race Dates:

  • Thursday, May 9, 2019 – 6:30pm
    • Sunset – 8:15pm
    • Pre-registration available through May 8
  • Thursday, June 13, 2019 – 6:30pm
    • Sunset – 8:38pm
    • Pre-registration available through June 12
  • Thursday, July 11, 2019
    • Sunset – 8:39pm
    • Pre-registration available through July 10
  • Thursday, August 8, 2019
    • Sunset – 8:20pm
    • Pre-registration available through August 7
  • Thursday, September 12, 2019
    • Sunset – 7:34pm
    • Pre-registration available through September 11

Race Day Schedule:

  • 5:30pm – Race day registration and packet pickup begins
  • 6:00pm – Race day registration and packet pickup ends
  • 6:30pm – River Jam Run: Race Edition begins (both distances)
  • 7:15pm – 5K-ish awards
  • Time TBD – 10K-ish awards
  • 8:00pm – Course closes (runners may finish the course however official times may not be recorded)

AWARDS:

A custom River Jam Run: Race Edition scarf (view here) will also be given out to anyone who completes all 5 River Jam Run: Race Edition Events. Scarfs will be handed out to participants who completed all 5 River Jam Run: Race Edition Events upon crossing the finish line at the September edition.

Awards will be given every race to the top three male/female finishers in the following age groups for BOTH distances:

19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50 and better.

Awards will also be given to the winners of the series overall. To be considered for the series title, participants must race a minimum of three races of the same distance. Series awards will be given out to the top 3 overall male/female finishers for each distance.

  • Runners must run in at least 3 of the 5 races to be eligible for series awards
  • Runners must run the same distance each race to be eligible for the series awards
  • Points will be assigned to the top 15 Male/Female placing runners for each River Jam Run: Race Edition event
    • 1st place = 15 points, 2nd place = 14 points, 3rd place = 13 points … 15th place = 1 point
  • Only the top 3 scoring races for each runner will be used when calculating the series awards
  • If necessary, the fastest average time of the point scoring races will be used as a tie breaker
  • Series award winners do not have to be present to accept series award
  • USNWC staff will contact winners upon completion of the fifth and final event of the series
  • Series awards must be picked up at the USNWC no later than Thanksgiving

COURSE:

2019 RESULTS:

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ADDITIONAL EVENT INFO:

  • Volunteers
  • Waiver Policy
    • All participants must sign the USNWC waiver before participating
  • Refund and Transfer Policy
    • Race Registration is non-refundable
    • A 100% registration transfer must be requested 2 months (or more) in advance of race day via racedirector@usnwc.org
    • A 50% registration transfer must be requested 1 month (or more) in advance of race day via racedirector@usnwc.org
    • Registration transfers are only applicable to the same race the following year
  • Forgotten Add-On Gear
    • All purchased add-on gear must be collected during packet pick-up
    • Items will not be shipped
    • If items are unable to be picked up during packet pick-up, you must arrange pick-up with racedirector@usnwc.org and collect from Outfitters within one week from event date
    • The race director will not email you to arrange your pick-up
    • All unclaimed items will be donated
    • Typical parking fees apply
  • Forgotten Awards
    • Participants not present for awards may collect their award from Outfitters within two months of the race date
    • Items will not be shipped
    • All unclaimed items will be donated
    • Participants must email racedirector@usnwc.org to arrange award pick-up
    • Typical parking fees apply
  • Trail Safety
    • Trails will be open to other runners, hikers and bikers
    • Headphones, iPods, MP3 players, etc are strongly discouraged
    • Remain attentive and courteous at all times
    • No pets allowed on the course
  • Race Bibs
    • Race bib must be visible and worn on the front of shirt to receive an accurate time
  • Aid Stations
    • See Course Map for water/electrolyte stop locations
    • Plan accordingly if you think you may require additional hydration during race
  • Weather Policy
    • Event will proceed rain or shine unless conditions are deemed unsafe by the Race Director. Any changes will be communicated via email by the Race Director
  • Parking Policy
    • All guests are required to pay a $6 parking fee at the USNWC unless guest has an annual parking pass. Annual parking passes are available through the USNWC for $50
  • Emergency Policy
    • The USNWC does not conduct trail rescues in the event of an emergency. Participants must call 911 if emergency vehicles and operations are needed. There are 911 trail location markers to communicate where emergency personnel can find you


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