Indoor Marathon
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The 1st annual Thunderwolves Indoor Marathon is scheduled for Sunday, January 23rd, 2011 at the Lakehead University Hangar in Thunder Bay, ON.
Other activities happening on January 23rd:Our Climbing Wall will be open from 10 am to 11:30 am for participant's families to enjoy!
We will be featuring a full marathon, half marathon, 10km and marathon relay as well as a corporate relay. The full marathon is a 211 lap race where every lap time is recorded by chip timing. There will be an aid station on the course and music throughout the entire 26.21 miles. Runners will change directions every 60 minutes. We can guarantee perfect weather (64F)! We will provide showers for all race participants in the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse. Day lockers will be available for 50 cents.
If you would like to participate in the Marathon Relay, each team must choose a captain to register rather than registering as an individual. We will be taking registration for relays online as well as payments. Please ensure you have a team name and captain prior to registering and please include your team members names and contact information. Teams can consist of up to 6 runners at a cost of $100.00.
For a special offer, Corporate Relay teams can enter for a flat rate of $200 giving each member five complementary training sessions in the LU Hangar. Complementary training session passes will be available with packages on package pick up day.
All Corporate and Team relay registration fees must be paid prior to the event.
Individual registration can be done online at a cost of $20 for those individuals running the marathon, half marathon, and 10km run. This cost covers chip timing, a race kit, and post-race food and refreshments. Registration is open to runners 16 years and older for the full & half marathon and open to all ages for the Relay & 10km race.
The event will extend off the track as well with activities available for kids, and other fun events. Food and refreshments, massage tables set up by the LU Athletics Sports Med Clinic, and a post-race award ceremony will also be taking place.
Registration will take place in September. Stay tuned.
January x from 9am-1pm in the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse, classroom 1016
All runners will need to get a chip on the day of their race; they will NOT be included in the packets. There will be a table set up in the lobby for runners to get their chips. For the relay, each team will get one chip. We encourage the captains to pick the chips up.
Deadline: Registration will take place in September. Please check back.
Registration cost is $20.00 per runner in the Full Marathon, Half Marathon, and 10km run. You must register online and make payments online for all events. We strongly encourage racers to get pledges. A prize will be given to the top pledger. Pledges will be collected on the Race Package Pick Up Day (January x). Download your pledge form HERE
To register for the Full Marathon (must be 16+) click HERE
To register for the Half Marathon (must be 16+) click HERE
To register for the 10km Race (open to all ages) click HERE
Registration cost is $100.00 per team for the relay and $200.00 for the corporate relay.
To register your team for the NON-corporate Marathon Relay & Corporate Marathon Relay (team captains only) (open to all ages) click HERE
You must pay for the relays online.
NOTICE!! (01/08/10)
Attention relay team captains: We have been experiencing technical difficulties in terms of registrations for the public relay and corporate relay. If you have registered your team prior to January 8th, if you have not received a confirmation email yet, you must re-register your team as you are not visible to us. If you know of any teams that have registered prior to January 8th and may not be aware of this notice, please notify them.
Notice!! (01/29/10)
If your name has been removed or is missing from our list, please contact 343-5069 for further assistance.
REGISTRATION LIST as of 01/29/10
10k: Caterina Valente, Heidi McGee, Ralph Hibbert, Michelle Walsh, Jim McCart, John Young, Kim House, Dave Villella, Jacqueline Law, Rhian Walter.
Half Marathon: Carmine Felice, Chris Jantz, Christine Vita, Claudia Tropea, Colleen Gibson, James L. Topping, Monique Welbourne, Sandra Guthrie, Stephen Rutledge, Tim Surcess, Michel Aulagnon, David Anthes, Franklin Thomspon, Darren Sneve, William (Bill) Belanger, Stewart Kallio, Deborah Frederickson, Matthew Schmidt, Darrell Wright, Susan McDonald, Ryan McDonald, Megan Major, Philip Major, Steve Tanguay.
Full Marathon: Danny Larose, John Friday, Keli Cristofaro, Kim Karioja, Scott Gallagher, John Martinsen.
Marathon Relay: Buns 'N Roses: Captain Krista Graham, Circle of Friends: Captain Cheryl Ready, Jacks Pack: Captain Jack Kushnier, Sir Don & the Damsels: Captain Spice Donohue, Sir Kris & the Maidens: Captain Katie Ostrom, Quatro Glowing Hearts: Captain Donna Ostrom, Complex Characters: Captain James Loppacher, Adventurers 2: Captain Rory Cava, Adventurers B: Captain Dan Bissionnette, Cancer Centre Alpha: Captain Kevin Kortes-Miller; Cancer Centre Beta: Captain Dimitrios Vergidis, Children's Centre Management: Captain Tom Walters, Runners in Morning: Captain Don Morrison, The Tortoises & the Hare: Captain Heather Hyslop, The Trotters: Captain Toby Start, Women on Fire: Captain Keli Cristofaro, The Situation: Captain Alex Stuart
Corporate Relay: Crossroads Centre: Captain Lisa Govier-Stachow.
Will there be a photographer on site?
Yes! Lakehead Athletics Photographer, Mike Lavoie, will be covering our event and will have a link to his site where you can view or purchase pictures. We will post his link shortly.
Will any massage services will be provided?
Yes! Lakehead Athletics - Sports Medicine Clinic Massage Therapist - Debra McKnock will be available from 11:30 am to 1:30 pm. She will be located in the Aerobics Studio.
Does each team member have to run the same distance or can we have different runners running different distances (provided we complete the full distance of course)?
The Marathon Relay is intended to allow runners of all abilities to participate. There are no rules related to the minimum or maximum number of laps each team member must run. Some teams may choose to have their more experienced runner run more laps than their less experienced runners. Similarly, relay runners may each run all of their laps consecutively, or choose to take breaks while other team members run. Be creative for what works best and provides the most enjoyment for your team.
Do participants have to raise money IN ADDITION to the entry fee? Or is the entry fee sufficient?
This event is being hosted to raise funds for Children's Centre Foundation Thunder Bay in order to fund mental health counselling and other services for children and families. While there are no requirements to raise funds beyond the basic entry fee, we are strongly encouraging it. Runners who do not wish to fundraise may consider "topping up" their entry fee with a donation, for which a charitable tax receipt will be issued.
Will Head Phones be allowed?
No, the running conditions will be tight at the Hangar and it will be important that you are able to hear runners coming up from behind. There will be music playing throughout the Hangar for enjoyment.
Will you have runners reverse directions at some point to help reduce the possibility of repetitive-use injury?
Yes, we will announce changes in direction every 60 minutes.
Where is the Hangar Located?
The Hangar is located on the beautiful Lakehead University Campus at 955 Oliver Rd. It is adjacent to the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse, across from the entrance to the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre.
How do I get in the Hangar?
You will need to enter through the main entrance to the C.J. Sanders Fieldhouse and check in at the Reception Desk. Day lockers will be available. From the bottom of the stairs, turn left and follow the hallway into the Hangar. Signs will be posted. There is no entrance directly into the Hangar available.
Is there a cut-off time for runners?
No, runners can take as much time as they would like for their events. However, the events will each take place as mentioned above, including the awards ceremony, regardless if runners are done or not.
What if I am injured or can't run? Can I get my money back?
Sorry, entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.
What if there is a major snowstorm the day of the marathon and the roads are barely driveable?
The race will go on!
Is there a fee for spectators?
No, it's free for spectators
Where will the results be posted?
We will post the results on this website as well as in the Chronicle Journal newspaper
How will laps be counted?
Runners will have a chip attached to their ankle on a velcro band and the chip will relay lap counts to the scoring system. Relay runners will have to pass their band to their teammates. One chip per relay team.
Will there be food for the runners?
Yes, we will have a nice variety of food for runners after the race.
How about water and sports drinks?
We will have one drink stop with water. We encourage runners to bring their own drinks in bottles if they require a beverage other than water. We will have a designated area for those bottles.
Will there be medical assistance at the Hangar?
Yes, we will have at least one licensed athletic therapist on site.
Where can I get my pledge form?
Pledge forms are available on this site under the registration section. Prizes will be awarded to the runner with the most pledges.
Is all the money raised going to the THUNDERWOLF or to charitable organizations as well?
Proceeds from the event will be used in support of Children's Centre Foundation Thunder Bay. This is a registered charity supporting mental health and counselling services to children and their families. Proceeds from this particular event will be targeted to providing parenting programs and the operation of a walk-in counselling program, allowing immediate assistance to those who need it urgently. More information is available at Childrenscentre.ca
SPONSORS
Presenting Sponsor - Subway
Proudly sponsored by:
AON Reed Stenhouse Inc.
City of Thunder Bay
Auto Medic
Pepsi
Race photo's will be ready to view after the race. To view our photo gallery, click here
To purchase photo's from our gallery (pick up from the Athletics office), click here
Email: athletics@lakeheadu.ca
Office: 807-343-8213
Fax: 807-343-8203
Cell: 807 343-5069
