FINAL RACE INSTRUCTIONS
FORECAST:
as of 5pm Saturday
“Likely foggy and dreary, and maybe even drizzly at seven, but it will gradually brighten as the morning wears on
I don’t think there’s any better weather to run in though than humid and low 50s”
Chalk is no-go 😢
Looks like a quarter of an inch of rain Saturday night which is significant
COURSE WARNINGS:
We expect there will be puddles and some slick spots with wet leaves 🍁 🌧️
PLEASE CHECK & REFRESH THIS PAGE RACE MORNING FOR ANY NEW UPDATES!
as of 5pm Saturday
“Likely foggy and dreary, and maybe even drizzly at seven, but it will gradually brighten as the morning wears on
I don’t think there’s any better weather to run in though than humid and low 50s”
Chalk is no-go 😢
Looks like a quarter of an inch of rain Saturday night which is significant
COURSE WARNINGS:
We expect there will be puddles and some slick spots with wet leaves 🍁 🌧️
PLEASE CHECK & REFRESH THIS PAGE RACE MORNING FOR ANY NEW UPDATES!
The race is just days away! Looks like there's a chance of rain, but hopefully the temperatures will be ideal for long distance running. We encourage anyone who can to pick up their bib and swag in advance.
If you are injured or unable to participate for any other reason, please let us know ASAP. You can still get your long-sleeve shirt and we'll even mail it to you if you're out of town!
Please carefully review the instructions below and text any question to 202-320-5207.
PRE-RACE PICKUP Anytime today through Saturday, December 3
1872 Verona Drive, Charlottesville VA 22911
(Please park directly in front of the townhouse with the rainbow doormat & wreath and grab your bag from the porch!)
If you can pick up your bib in advance, you’ll receive your long sleeve race t-shirt PLUS an extra surprise! Text me at 202-320-5207 with your name and preferred pickup time - anytime until 11pm on Saturday, December 2.
Participant tracking is now available! I highly recommend using RaceJoy. It's a great tool that will tell you your pace and projected time every mile. Also, your family and friends can track you and send you virtual cheers! I used it myself last year and when my Garmin died it was a lifesaver!
Use the RaceJoy app for advanced tracking of participants and show your support with cheer sending. Participants set up for tracking in RaceJoy and carry their phone as they complete the course. Spectators track participants’ actual location in a map view and can send audio cheers. GPS-based progress alerts are typically issued at every mile along the course. Participants need to opt-in for spectators to track them in RaceJoy. Download the RaceJoy app here.
REQUEST A MOTIVATIONAL MESSAGE ON THE COURSE
If it's not going to rain, Twins Run will be chalking motivational messages along the course. If there's a special mantra or slogan you'd like to see, please respond to this email or fill out the online form.
RACE DAY PICKUP
Sunday, December 3
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (Please note revised times!)
Riverview Park
START TIME
7:30AM - All runners must finish in 5 hours or by 12:30 PM for official results.
We strongly encourage using a HEADLAMP, FLASHLIGHT, OR CLIP-ON LIGHT during the first lap as it will be slightly dark.
PARKING
There is limited parking at Riverview Park. Overflow parking will be available on Riverside Avenue (the last left off Chesapeake just before entering Riverview Park).
BATHROOMS
There are two port-a-potties in the parking lot near the start/finish line. There are NO port-a-potties at the 2-mile turnaround or anywhere else along the course.
FLUIDS & NUTRITION
Bottles of water (8 ounces) and Gatorade (12 ounces) will be provided near the start/finish line and 2-mile turnaround. We have a variety of flavors including Fierce Grape, Strawberry, Berry (blue), Orange, Fruit Punch, Cool Blue.
* Volunteers will also be at the water stops so you can CALL OUT for what you’d like and they will hand it to you!
* You must BRING YOUR OWN GELS if you require race nutrition. Gels will NOT be provided on the course.
* You must BRING YOUR OWN FOOD if you require immediate post-race nutrition. Post-race food will NOT be provided.
EMPTY TABLE AT THE START AREA
* We will have an empty table at the start area for you to put your own nutritional or other supplies. It’ll be a place for you to drop off stuff (headlamps) during the race as well.
COURSE ETIQUETTE
* All runners MUST run on the RIGHT SIDE of the trail at all times unless you are passing another runner on the LEFT.
* Because the trail is narrow, we ask that you limit side-by-side running to 2 people.
* When passing another runner, alert the runner by announcing: "ON YOUR LEFT" or “TRACK.”
* This is an OPEN PUBLIC TRAIL so please be aware there will be other cyclists, walkers, runners, strollers and/or dogs on the course at times.
SPECIAL NOTE TO MARATHONERS
If you signed up for the marathon but during the race you don't think you'll finish the full distance you can make the switch to the half if you do so by the 3rd lap. As you finish the 3rd lap tell the timers about your switch. Then make the half turn around at mile .55 and get to the finish line so you can get an official half time than DNF for marathon. If you drop out after 3 laps you'll still get all your splits but you won't have an official finish time for either event.
POST-RACE SWAG
Don’t forget to pick up a miniature “Coney” after you finish the race! We will also have grab bag prizes (Pint Glasses from Firefly Restaurant and some other cool surprises). Ragged Mountain Running & Walking Shop will be providing prizes as well.
SO YOU NEED A MEDAL… WE CAN HELP
We used to make a thing about only giving out medals to runners who dropped out (because yeah, that’s really hard, but sometimes it’s the best thing to do and I know this firsthand from experience). Then we decided to go all in with the cone icon and give out a hand-crafted miniature Coney to participants. This year a previous winner asked for a medal to include in his wall display so we came up with a way for runners to order their own medal (ok, it’s a Shutterfly metal ornament, but it’s neat!). If you need help with a customized graphic, just send us an email and we will help you out!
QUESTIONS?
Please text Leah at 202.320.5207 (please let me know who you are!)
Thank you!
Leah Connor
Volunteer Race Director
RivannaGreenbelt.org
202-320-5207 (Leah cell/text)
If you are injured or unable to participate for any other reason, please let us know ASAP. You can still get your long-sleeve shirt and we'll even mail it to you if you're out of town!
Please carefully review the instructions below and text any question to 202-320-5207.
PRE-RACE PICKUP Anytime today through Saturday, December 3
1872 Verona Drive, Charlottesville VA 22911
(Please park directly in front of the townhouse with the rainbow doormat & wreath and grab your bag from the porch!)
If you can pick up your bib in advance, you’ll receive your long sleeve race t-shirt PLUS an extra surprise! Text me at 202-320-5207 with your name and preferred pickup time - anytime until 11pm on Saturday, December 2.
Participant tracking is now available! I highly recommend using RaceJoy. It's a great tool that will tell you your pace and projected time every mile. Also, your family and friends can track you and send you virtual cheers! I used it myself last year and when my Garmin died it was a lifesaver!
Use the RaceJoy app for advanced tracking of participants and show your support with cheer sending. Participants set up for tracking in RaceJoy and carry their phone as they complete the course. Spectators track participants’ actual location in a map view and can send audio cheers. GPS-based progress alerts are typically issued at every mile along the course. Participants need to opt-in for spectators to track them in RaceJoy. Download the RaceJoy app here.
REQUEST A MOTIVATIONAL MESSAGE ON THE COURSE
If it's not going to rain, Twins Run will be chalking motivational messages along the course. If there's a special mantra or slogan you'd like to see, please respond to this email or fill out the online form.
RACE DAY PICKUP
Sunday, December 3
6:30 AM - 7:15 AM (Please note revised times!)
Riverview Park
START TIME
7:30AM - All runners must finish in 5 hours or by 12:30 PM for official results.
We strongly encourage using a HEADLAMP, FLASHLIGHT, OR CLIP-ON LIGHT during the first lap as it will be slightly dark.
PARKING
There is limited parking at Riverview Park. Overflow parking will be available on Riverside Avenue (the last left off Chesapeake just before entering Riverview Park).
BATHROOMS
There are two port-a-potties in the parking lot near the start/finish line. There are NO port-a-potties at the 2-mile turnaround or anywhere else along the course.
FLUIDS & NUTRITION
Bottles of water (8 ounces) and Gatorade (12 ounces) will be provided near the start/finish line and 2-mile turnaround. We have a variety of flavors including Fierce Grape, Strawberry, Berry (blue), Orange, Fruit Punch, Cool Blue.
* Volunteers will also be at the water stops so you can CALL OUT for what you’d like and they will hand it to you!
* You must BRING YOUR OWN GELS if you require race nutrition. Gels will NOT be provided on the course.
* You must BRING YOUR OWN FOOD if you require immediate post-race nutrition. Post-race food will NOT be provided.
EMPTY TABLE AT THE START AREA
* We will have an empty table at the start area for you to put your own nutritional or other supplies. It’ll be a place for you to drop off stuff (headlamps) during the race as well.
COURSE ETIQUETTE
* All runners MUST run on the RIGHT SIDE of the trail at all times unless you are passing another runner on the LEFT.
* Because the trail is narrow, we ask that you limit side-by-side running to 2 people.
* When passing another runner, alert the runner by announcing: "ON YOUR LEFT" or “TRACK.”
* This is an OPEN PUBLIC TRAIL so please be aware there will be other cyclists, walkers, runners, strollers and/or dogs on the course at times.
SPECIAL NOTE TO MARATHONERS
If you signed up for the marathon but during the race you don't think you'll finish the full distance you can make the switch to the half if you do so by the 3rd lap. As you finish the 3rd lap tell the timers about your switch. Then make the half turn around at mile .55 and get to the finish line so you can get an official half time than DNF for marathon. If you drop out after 3 laps you'll still get all your splits but you won't have an official finish time for either event.
POST-RACE SWAG
Don’t forget to pick up a miniature “Coney” after you finish the race! We will also have grab bag prizes (Pint Glasses from Firefly Restaurant and some other cool surprises). Ragged Mountain Running & Walking Shop will be providing prizes as well.
SO YOU NEED A MEDAL… WE CAN HELP
We used to make a thing about only giving out medals to runners who dropped out (because yeah, that’s really hard, but sometimes it’s the best thing to do and I know this firsthand from experience). Then we decided to go all in with the cone icon and give out a hand-crafted miniature Coney to participants. This year a previous winner asked for a medal to include in his wall display so we came up with a way for runners to order their own medal (ok, it’s a Shutterfly metal ornament, but it’s neat!). If you need help with a customized graphic, just send us an email and we will help you out!
QUESTIONS?
Please text Leah at 202.320.5207 (please let me know who you are!)
Thank you!
Leah Connor
Volunteer Race Director
RivannaGreenbelt.org
202-320-5207 (Leah cell/text)
Don’t forget to write your name on your bib!
COURSE PHOTOS
2 mile turnaround
To get to the 2 mile turn around you’ll enter here. If you are setting up the water stop you should be able to drive down this trail.
The fence that used to block the trail/road to get down to the 2 mile turnaround is gone!
This is the road you’ll want to park on if you’re working the 2 mile turn around. Park on the street where the cars are on the left of this picture. I think you also could park near the white fence on the street, but DO NOT PARK IN THE VFW LOT. Repeat: DO NOT PARK IN THE VFW LOT. Street parking only!
EXAMPLES OF Previous WaTER STOP SET UP
2 mile water stop from 2021
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Riverview Park water stop from many years ago!
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25.1 MILE FINAL turnAROUND (FULL) - 1.1 miles from start
There will be a 25.1 mile sign and a PURLE cone placed here.
12.55 MILE FINAL TURNAROUND (HALF) - .55 miles from start
A GREEN cone will be placed here for the final HALF marathon turnaround
START/FINISH
the start/finish - orange dot, white flag, it’s next to the 7th column in the fence
PREVIOUS RACES
VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTIONS and COURSE PHOTOS
Set up at the 2 mile turn around
Set up at the Start/Finish Area
Setup on Course
Start/Finish Area
25.1 mile turnaround (FULL) - 1.1 miles from the start
12.55 mile turnaround (HALF) - .55 miles from the start
Water Stops
- One table with water and gatorade on the side by the river near the 2 mile sign. The table needs to be close to the trail. The VFW owns the land on both sides of the trail except for the 5 foot strip of grass on either side of the trail.
- Put MILE 2/6/10/14/18/22 sign near the turnaround
- Add other motivational signs in the 5 feet strip of grass next to trail along the river side before the water stop.
Set up at the Start/Finish Area
- One table with water and Gatorade next to the short walkway to the park (before the fork in the trail that leads to exit or the finish line). Include a 2nd empty table where runners can put their own supplies.
- Add MILE 4/8/12/16/20/24 SIGN near the start.
Setup on Course
- Add 1/5/9/13/17/21/25 mile sign on the right after the bridge
- Add 3/7/11/15/19/23 mile sign on left side after bridge facing towards riverview park
- Someone can bring the two cones and 25.1 mile sign to the two turnarounds or the person who's working those spots can do that (see 25.1 and 12.55 turnarounds).
Start/Finish Area
- Mark the checklist as each runner crosses the turnaround. When a runner has reached their final lap, send a text to the volunteer at the final turnaround (25.1 miles for full, 12.55 miles for half) so they make sure the runner turns around the cone and heads back to the finish line
- CHECKLIST FOR MARATHONERS (bibs with trail photo on them)
- CHECKLIST FOR HALF MARATHONERS (bibs with cones photo on them)
25.1 mile turnaround (FULL) - 1.1 miles from the start
- Bring cone and Mile 25.1 sign if it's not already on the course. If you want to sit, please bring your own chair.
- Will get notified via text from start line when a runner who's about to make the final turnaround is coming. Mark sure they turn around the cone before heading back to the finish!
- Cheer and encourage runners! Get to know their names ... check out the participant tracking for more information (or view checklists above).
- Pace chart: https://marathonpacechart.com/
12.55 mile turnaround (HALF) - .55 miles from the start
- Bring cone if it's not already on the course. If you want to sit, please bring your own chair.
- Will get notified via text from start line when a runner who's about to make the final turnaround is coming. Mark sure they turn around the cone before heading back to the finish!
- Cheer and encourage runners! Get to know their names ... check out the participant tracking for more information (or view checklists above).
- Pace chart: https://marathonpacechart.com/
Water Stops
- Have water or Gatorade ready as runners come by. The runner might ask for something or you can also call out to see what they want.
- If anyone appears to be having a hard time or needs assistance, make sure to text someone at the start line (medical tent or volunteers).
- Cheer and encourage runners! Get to know their names ... check out the participant tracking for more information (or view checklists above).
- If you want to sit, please bring your own chair.
CHALK THE WALK
