XTERRA Athletes Get Ready to Run at River Valley Ranch

2008 XTERRA CHESAPEAKE TRAIL RUN SERIES FINALE

XTERRA is gearing up for its return to Maryland on August 23 with the XTERRA River Valley Ranch Trail Run in Manchester.

The main event  features 10 kilometers of off-road terrain ranging from groomed trails and open fields to rock-covered landscapes nestled in the lush valley. Runners will climb their way up the rolling hills overlooking the scenic Western Town. Wooded trails will lead up River Valley Ranch's infamous "Dead Man's Hill" where athletes will face this short but intense challenge. From there, the course descends to the Gunpowder River where racers will splash their way across to the much anticipated flat finishing stretch.

For those runners looking for a smaller adventure, a 5-kilometer mix of on and off-road paths and a 1-Mile Kids Fun Run will also be included in the day's activities.

This event is the fourth and final race in the 2008 XTERRA Chesapeake Trail Run Series and will be the determining factor of who gets to race for free at the XTERRA Trail Running National Championship on September 27 in Bend, Oregon. From there, runners have the opportunity to race in the first-ever XTERRA Trail Running World Championship on December 7 on Oahu, Hawaii. For more information, visit www.xterratrailrun.com.

XTERRA River Valley Ranch 5/10km Trail Run

Where: River Valley Ranch (4443 Grave Run Road, Manchester, MD 21102)
When: Saturday, August 23, 2008 - 8:00am
Register: Online at www.charmcityrun.com.
Entry Fee: $30 before August 15 / $35 after August 15 and on race day / $10 for Kids Fun Run
Awards: Trophies will be awarded to the top male and female runners overall. Male and female age group awards will also be given as well as a t-shirt for each racer. There will also be several random prize drawings including an IPod shuffle, Timex Ironman watches and much more. 
Amenities: Participant continental breakfast and activities for the entire family.
Questions: Additional information can be found online at www.charmcityrun.com or by contacting race director Kelly Dees at kelly@charmcityrun.com or 410-308-1870.

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