General Info:
The Black Cat 10 and 20 Miler is in its 6th year! The 10 mile event makes for a great winter goal and the 20 mile falls at the perfect time for all of you training for Boston or an early spring marathon. This is one of the most scenic endurance events with the best volunteers, aid stations at every 1.5miles and cool swag.
**2017 Black Cat RUNNER INFO Packet – Must Read**
SWAG:
NEW THIS YEAR! *DECREASED RACE PRICE* We all have TONS of race shirts in our drawers– Do we always wear them?! This year we have decreased the race price which will NOT include a race shirt. HOWEVER, you will get to purchase a shirt if you would like! All participates will receive a finisher medal upon completion of the race.
NEW THIS YEAR! Black Cat 10 & 20 Miler Mason Jars. Limited to first 250 ordered, make sure to pre-purchase for $5.oo dollars when registering.
Post Race Party:
After you cross the finish line, join us inside the Hawthorne Hotel for delicious refreshments and fun! We will be serving fruit, bagels, and hot soups to keep you warm on this chilly March morning. MIMOSAS and BLOODYMARYS will be available for purchase!
Start of Race: 8AM
Date: March 11th, 2017
Registration Fees:
10 Miler – $30
20 Miler – $40
20 Mile Allie Relay-$125
Race day registration:
10Miler-$35
20 Miler-$45
20 Mile Allie Relay-$125
Allie Castner Scholarship Fund:
By supporting this worthy cause, we can all continue to hold Allie’s world her spirit, her memory, and her remarkable life in our hearts forever. Runners can choose which every category you prefer: there are two categories; $5 donation or $10 donation. Anyone who runs for Allie will be given a special gift. All runners will have a chance to place in their age group category as well.
Pre Packet Pickup Options:
Thursday(3/09/17): 1-6pm at Bns fitness facility (Shetland Park 45 Congress Street, Dock 19/20 – Entrance B
Salem, MA 01970 GPS: 90 Leavitt St. Salem, MA 01970)
Friday(3/10/17): 3-7 pm at the Hawthorne Hotel (Race Site)
Saturday(3/11/17): 6:30 AM-race start at the Hawthorne Hotel (Race Site)
Course:
The 20 mile course is a two loop run with a few rolling hills, some good down hills and gorgeous scenic views. The event starts in front of the Hawthorne Hotel (Hawthorne Blvd) in the heart of downtown Salem. Runners will follow Lafayette St. continuing on 114 into Marblehead and turn around at the entrance to Devereux Beach. Head back into Salem all the way down Fort Avenue and looping back into downtown Salem to Finish.
Awards:
First Overall Male and Female in 10 mile. First Overall Male and Female in 20 mile. Top three male and female in each age category. 1st place Male/Female/Co-Ed running clubs (top 3 runners cumulative time).
Age Groups:
19 and under – Male/Female
20-29 – Male/Female
30-39 – Male/Female
40-49 – Male/Female
50-59 – Male/Female
60-69 – Male/Female
70-79 – Male/Female
80+ Male/Female
Accommodations: