Fwd: 5th Annual Big A 50K Trail Race on Sat May 2nd – Have Fun and Support the Trails in the Agamenticus Conservation District

[Mike Carbone]

I thought I should forward this out to the group as you may not come across it advertised elsewhere. 

It's a fun course.

Enjoy....

Mike

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From: Bob Najar <yorktra...@gmail.com>
Date: Wed, Feb 18, 2015 at 11:45 PM
Subject: 5th Annual Big A 50K Trail Race on Sat May 2nd – Have Fun and Support the Trails in the Agamenticus Conservation District
To: Bob Najar <yorktra...@gmail.com>

It's hard to believe that spring is only a little over a month away and maybe we won't see dirt trails before then!  Hopefully you are staying in shape by snowshoeing, skiing and shoveling snow! 

The 5th annual Big A (the name of the ski area on Mt Agementicus that closed in 1974) 50K trail race is coming up soon on Saturday May 2nd.  We will be running the same successful course used the past two years consisting of three 10+ mile loops that start and finish at the summit.  There are opportunities to cross the finish line at approximately 10 or 13 miles, or any multiple of them up to 31 miles/50K.  The race will start at 7:30.  A course map, turn sheet, and other event info can be found at:

http://www.biga50k.com/
 

We will be having a cookout after you finish your run.  Bring a chair to relax, socialize and enjoy the spectacular panoramic views from the summit.

 

To enter, visit the Register tab on the BigA50K.com website.  Then send a $15 donation check (or more if you feel inclined) made out to: MOUNT AGAMENTICUS CONSERVATION.  Your check amount is fully tax deductible and goes directly towards land conservation and trail maintenance efforts in the Mount Agamenticus Conservation District.  There are no other participation costs other than bringing an item for the aid table and something for the cookout (we are donating the main items for the grill). 

 

Send your confirmation check ASAP if you intend to participate.  The number of entries will be limited.   The check (made out to: MOUNT AGAMENTICUS CONSERVATION) with your E-mail address should be mailed to:

 

Rich Collins

6 Old Mountain Road

Cape Neddick, ME  03902

Also, we are also looking for volunteers on race day to help with setting things up, maintaining the aid stations, grilling, keeping runner times, and taking photos.  Let us know if you can help!

 

It's going to be a great time with new and old friends enjoying the beauty and challenge of the trails in the Mt. Agamenticus area. Hope you can make it!

 

Rich Collins & Bob Najar

YorkTrailrunner@gmail.com