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Minnesota > Maple Grove Half Marathon, Relay & 5K
Maple Grove,
MN
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Date
Saturday, May 16, 2009
Event
Details
Named for the maple trees that once were found throughout the formerly
rural areas that now make up one of Minnesota's fastest growing cities,
Maple Grove will host its second annual half-marathon and 5K road race
event in May 2009, along a course that features more than six miles of
trails through the area's scenic parks, bridges and lakes.
Run as a benefit for the local Maple Grove Lions Club, the race takes
runners on a
clockwise loop through the city starting at the athletic stadium at
Maple Grove Senior High School. From there, the course winds through
residential neighborhoods and city streets, passing by local landmarks
including Lakeview Knolls Park and Kerber Park, and takes runners along
the shores of Rice Lake and Rice Pond. Both the half marathon and 5K
races share the same starting and finish line, back at the Maple Grove
High School stadium.
Race
Weather & Climate
Like its close neighbor Minneapolis, which lies about 20 miles to its
south, the town of Maple Grove tends to see mild to moderately warm
summers and very cold winters. In May, temperatures average between
71°F and 47°F, while rainfall amounts average about
3.54 inches for the month.
Fees
$38 if registered by March 1, 2009
$50 from March 2 until race is full (700 participants) or registration
closes on April 15
Registration
Registration for the 2009 Maple Grove Half Marathon & 5K is now
full, as the half marathon field has reached capacity, race organizers
report. Please check back later in the year for information on how to
sign up for the 2010 running of the race.
Website
www.maplegrovehalfmarathon.com
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