Sunday March 10, 2013 – 7:00 am
Marathon and Half Marathon Run and Walk
with 50K, 10K, and 5K added for 2013!
**Participant Instructions Email**
Race Start & Time Limits | Fees | Packet Pick-up | Race Day | Finish Festival | Training Programs | Results
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COURSE
USATF Certificate CA13033RS
Due to changes in Sacramento County’s special event permitting policies, the River City Marathon course has changed; it will now be run on the bike paths surrounding beautiful Lake Natoma in scenic and historic Folsom, California.
The course begins in Folsom, in the parking lot to the northwest of the intersection of Leidesdorff and Reading Streets, where the bike trail begins on the west side of Folsom Boulevard, to the west of the Lake Natoma Inn on Gold Lake Drive. The out-and-back course first travels south on the trail through Willow Creek to Nimbus Overlook, turning North and proceeding through Negro Bar. The Marathon turnaround is at Folsom Lake Crossing and Folsom-Auburn Road; the Half Marathon turnaround is at the intersection of the trail and Main Avenue. The new additions of the 50K, 10K, and 5K will also be out-and-back courses along this shared route.
The course is a paved bike trail and will be certified by the USATF as a Boston Qualifier.
Courses subject to change.
WEATHER
The average temperatures for the area are a high of 67 ⁰F and a low of 47 ⁰F, with some precipitation possible.
AID STATIONS
Aid stations will be spaced along the course every 2-3 miles. Aid stations will have cold water and Heed electrolyte drink. Several aid stations will have Hammer gels.
PERFORMANCE RULES and SAFETY
- Runners must wear their official race number on the front of their person, where it must be visible at all times.
- Each runner must complete the entire selected course under their own power in order to be eligible for a medal.
- No unregistered runners, walkers, or pacers.
- No dogs. No strollers, baby joggers, incline skates, or bicycles.
- Runner safety has always been, and will continue to be, a top priority for our event. Please be mindful of the other participants and respect the race personnel to ensure a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.
- Each runner must carry all their own food, fluids and other supplies needed for use between aid stations.
- Runners may not accept aid from their support crew or any other source while on the course and in between aid stations, except in case of a medical emergency.
- Any entrant who is unable or does not desire to finish the race must continue to the nearest aid station. The runner must relinquish their race number to the aid station captain and state their decision to withdraw.
- Absolutely no littering. Please respect the natural beauty of our trails and the rights of everyone to enjoy them.
AIR TRAVEL & LODGING
The best option for air travel is Sacramento International Airport (SMF), approximately 30 miles west of Folsom. Some airlines fly into Stockton Metropolitan Airport (SCK), approximately 70 miles south of Folsom.
We are thrilled to have the Lake Natoma Inn as our host hotel for this event! Lake Natoma Inn has provided some fantastic deals for our runners, so please help show our thanks and stay at their world-class accommodations!
Participants and their guests may book by calling the hotel directly, and using Group Attendee Code 5336 and Group 55715. Or, you may book by clicking here.
702 Gold Lake Drive
Folsom CA 95630
(916) 351-1500
RACE START & TIME LIMITS
Marathon and 50K begin at 7:00am
Half Marathon begins at 7:30am
10K and 5K begin at 7:45am
All times are local time (Pacific Daylight Time) on Sunday, March 10th, 2013.
Please note: Local time changes from Pacific Standard to Pacific Daylight at 2:00am the morning of the race. Therefore, remember to “spring forward” and set your clocks one hour ahead on Saturday night, or you will arrive late for the race!
Race will feature Jaguar disposable chip timing.
7-hour time limit on all events.
Awards will be given to top males and females in the following age divisions: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
FEES
- 50K $105
- Marathon $95
- Half Marathon $65
- 10K $45
- 5K $35
Registration is available exclusively on 
imAthlete through midnight on Wednesday, March 6th, 2013. You must register no later than Sunday, February 17th in order to be guaranteed a shirt, your requested size, and finisher award.
Late Registration If either race does not sell out, we will accept registration at Packet Pickup and Race Morning. 50K $115, Marathon $105; Half Marathon $75, 10K $55, and 5K $45. Race shirts/sizes are not guaranteed for late entrants, so register early!
Runners can switch to different races with 48 hours notice. There are no refunds, rollovers, or transfers to other races.
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CAN I GET A VOLUNTEER?!
Volunteers are an essential element of any race, and we have some of the best! Interested in volunteering? Register here. In additional to a sweet volunteer tee (you know you want one!), we thank you with free entry into any ERT race this year. And lots of hugs and kisses.
PACKET PICK-UP
Saturday, March 9th, 2013
12:00pm – 4:00pm
Lake Natoma Inn
702 Gold Lake Drive
Folsom CA 95630
(916) 351-1500
Packets will be available to pick up Race Day, at the Start/Finish Area, from 6:00-6:45am. However, please use this as a last resort, only.
All participants will receive a technical shirt and custom finisher award (upon completion of the event distance). Awards will be presented for the top three men’s and women’s finishers in each race, as well as top males and females in the following age divisions: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70+.
Each participant will receive a raffle ticket for their chance to win one of the raffle prizes courtesy of ERT, its sponsors, and partners. Additional tickets will be available for purchase for $2 each or three for $5. The raffle will be held after the start of the event; winners will be notified upon their completion of the course.
RACE DAY
Please plan to arrive no later than fifteen minutes prior to your race start time. If you are picking up your race packet, please arrive no later than 6:45am.
PARKING
Parking details To Be Announced. There will be plenty of parking for runners and spectators in close proximity to the Start/Finish Area. No need for a shuttle this year!!
Gear check will be available at the Start/Finish Area. Runners must mark their items clearly with their name and place them in the Gear Check area. Gear Check is to be used at the runners’ risk; Race Management is not responsible for any lost, misplaced, or stolen items.
FINISH FESTIVAL
All spectators, crew, friends, and family are welcome to relax at the start/finish area and enjoy the atmosphere while cheering on their runners. Lunch will be provided for all runners, with vegetarian options available; additional meal tickets are available for spectators, family, and friends, for $9 each. Please purchase meal tickets in advance during registration, as we cannot guarantee additional tickets will be available at Packet Pickup or Race Day.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available, so contact ERT today if you or your organization wishes to be represented at the festival.
TRAINING PROGRAMS
Train with Coach Jimmy and be ready for race day! Learn about coaching opportunities with Coach Jimmy.
RESULTS
Coming March 12th!
Many thanks to the Folsom Tourism Bureau, the Lake Natoma Inn, the City of Folsom, and Folsom’s residents for their support of this event and Elemental Running and Training! Please help us thank them by enjoying everything this great city has to offer!
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