Date & Time: Saturday, January 17, 2008 5 a.m. (12-hour cutoff; course will be closed at 5 p.m.

Location: Crescent & the Pier, Avalon, CA - Santa Catalina Island Co.

History: One of the country's most challenging and scenic 50-milers-no cars, no smog, just great terrain, incredible views, fascinating historical sites, a well-organized race, nice people, great food . . . and even an occasional buffalo sighting. ALL proceeds from entry fees and sponsored mileage go to charity. Recipients include: Avalon Hospital, Avalon High School scholarships, Catalina Conservancy, Bill Putnam Health Care Fund.

Race Records:
Male: Peter Park 5:48 (2002).
Female: Julie Arter 7:22:45 (2000)

Age Group Awards: 18-29 30-39 40-49 50-59 60-69 70-Over

Perks: Long-sleeved T-shirt & finisher medal awards to each runner.

Course: 50-mile out and back on scenic fireroads from Avalon to the Isthmus and return; takes runners through island's interior, which is generally closed. See Course Map and Aid Stations Locations.

Aid: Seven aid stations with water, Gatorade, defizzed cola, bananas, oranges, pretzels, M&Ms, and Gummi Bears (Drop bags at Little Harbor only!)

Entry Fee: $85 run only; banquet guests $25 (make check payable to: Avalon Lions Club)

Additional Info: 909-399-3553
Email: mike@spectrumsports.net

Mail Entry & Fee To: Spectrum Sports Management, 2058 North Mills Avenue #454, Claremont, California 91711. All mail-in entries must be postmarked by Friday, December 29, 2007. Pre-Entrants will be mailed a Race Information Sheet.
 
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