Wild Vine Half Marathon & 5K Trail Rescue

5000 Whitewater Center Pkwy
Charlotte, NC 28214

Running > 5k, Half Marathon

Event Description

Round out the final days of September during the Wild Vine Trail Race. Both the half marathon and 5K distances will send participants through the USNWC’s hardwood forests and trails along the Catawba River. Make a full day of it and follow up the race with a relaxing yoga class, participate in various pass activities, or simply grab a glass of wine or beer while enjoying live music during the River Jam concert.

The Wild Vine Half Marathon race is the finale of the Half Marathon Series presented by La Sportiva and is your last chance to snag points for the overall series.

EVENT DETAILS:

  • Date – Saturday, September 28, 2019
  • Distance – 5K and Half Marathon
  • Time:
    • 8:00am (Half Marathon start)
    • 9:00am (5K start)
    • 12:00pm (course closes)

REGISTRATION:

  • Pre-registration – Must register by September 26
    • $32 – 5K distance
    • $55 – Half Marathon distance
  • Race day registration – if available
    • $37 – 5K distance
    • $60 – Half Marathon distance
  • Note: Recover Brands shirts are only guaranteed to those who pre-register by Sept 23
  • Note: Half Marathon finisher medals are only guaranteed to those who pre-register by August 19

SCHEDULE:

Friday, September 27

  • 5:00pm – 7:00pm – Packet pick-up at the Outfitters
  • Note: We encourage pre-registered runners to participate in the early packet pick-up to decrease race day lines
  • Note: Race Day Registration will be available during packet pick up
  • Note: Early packet pick-up is optional. Typical parking fees apply

Saturday, September 28

  • 6:30am – Wild Vine (5K & Half Marathon) race-day registration and packet pick-up begins
  • 7:30am – Half Marathon race-day registration and packet pick-up ends
  • 8:00am – Wild Vine Half Marathon Starts
  • 8:30am – 5K race-day registration and packet pick-up ends
  • 9:00am – Wild Vine 5K Starts
  • TBD – 5K and Half Marathon awards ceremony
  • 12:00pm – Course closes (runners may finish the course however official times may not be recorded)

AWARDS:

All Half Marathon finishers will receive a unique finisher’s medal (only guaranteed to those that register by August 19)

Awards will be given to top three Male/Female finishers in the following categories for both the 5K and the Half Marathon distances:

  • 14 and under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55 and better

Half Marathon Series points will also be given to the top 25 OVERALL Male/Female finishers of the Wild Vine Half Marathon.

2018 RESULTS:

2017 – 2014 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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