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| The Green Mountain Marathon is the third oldest New England marathon and has been chosen by New England Runner as one of the top 100 New England races. |
Link to the 2009 registered runners list (coming Sep 15)
Link to 2009 race day information (coming Oct 12)
Link to Vermont Sports Today marathon feature article about the 2005 race
| COURSE: | The certified course (VT88001BT) begins and ends near
the house where Clarence H. Demar (7 time Boston Marathon Winner) once
lived, is out and back on the west shore of South Hero and Grand Isle;
a land of farms, apple orchards and summer cottages. The terrain
is flat to rolling and about half dirt road (hard packed and well maintained).
The island is sparsely populated; traffic will be minimal; expect the possibility
of wind due to the race's close proximity to the lake. You will explore
the New England of long ago.
Participants should expect to finish in less than six
hours.
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| AID STATIONS: | Eight aid stations offering water, gatorade, and porta-potties
will be located at miles 3,6,9,12,14,17,20, and 23. Additional assistance
will be available to runners in the form of Rescue Squad and pick-up vehicles.
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| REGISTRATION/
PACKET PICK-UP: |
Pre-registration only! There
is no race-day or Friday night registration.
Please plan ahead to insure your entry is received by us by Thursday 10/15. (guaranteed overnight mail is acceptable) The school will be open from 6:30 p.m. through 8:00 p.m. Friday evening. Participants will be able to pick up numbers and t-shirts, and there will be information on the race and course available. The school will open again at 6:30 a.m. race morning for number and t-shirt pick up. Cost is $23 before October 1 and $28 after.
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| DIRECTIONS: | South Hero, Vermont is approximately 20 miles
from Burlington (nearest major airport). From Burlington, take I-89
north to the Milton/Lake Champlain Islands Exit 17 (Route 2); take Route
2 north and west to South Hero; South Street is a left turn in the center
of South Hero village at the 4 corners. Folsom School is 1 mile down
South Street on the left.
From New York, take exit 39 off Interstate 87 (Plattsburg) and take route 314 to the ferry across the lake; After the ferry turn right; at route 2 turn right and head towards South Hero Village. Burlington, Vermont is located 100 miles from Montreal,
200 miles from Boston and 300 miles from New York City, and is easily accessible
via interstate highways and Burlington International Airport (which is
served by many airlines including JetBlue)
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| RESULTS: | Awards presentation promptly at 1:00 p.m.
Results will be sent to the web sites of the GMAA,
New
England Runner and Cool Running.
Additionally, results will be sent to The Burlington Free Press and Vermont
Sports Today for publication.
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| AWARDS: | 1st to 5th Men overall
1st to 5th Women overall Top three in each age group (29 and under, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+). Note that the minimum age for participation in the marathon is 16. T-shirts with race logo to all participants who register
by October 1st. Medalions to all marathon finishers.
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| SPAGHETTI DINNER: | The Folsom Scholl 8th Grade is hosting a spaghetti dinner
at the Folsom School Friday evening from 5:30-7:00 p.m. Cost is $7.00 for
adults and $3.50 for children and proceeds go towards the 8th grade class
trip.
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| LODGING: | It is advised to make accommodations
in advance. Fall Foliage is winding down by race weekend but finding
accommodations can be difficult at this time of year due to College Home
Comings and other local events.
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| ATTRACTIONS: | If you can picture the Lake Champlain Islands
in mid-October, then you have reason to join us. If you have never
seen Vermont or the 'Islands' in October, then you have even more reason
to join us with your entire family.
Lake Champlain
Islands Chamber of Commerce (800)262-5226
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| PAST RUNNER TESTIMONIALS: | Marathon Guide.com provides runner feedback for various
races. Follow this
link
to hear what other runners have had to say about the Green Mountain Marathon.
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| HISTORY: | The Green Mountain Marathon is the 59th oldest marathon
in the world and third oldest in New England! Read
about the complete list of winners, age group records, and history
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| PHOTOS: | As noted above, the Green Mountain Marathon is a very
scenic marathon with farm, lake, and mountain vistas. View these past photos
to see the course terrain and past runners.
Past photos: 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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| 30K RACE: | If you live in or near Vermont you might be interested
in the new
Common to Common 30K. Just four weeks
before the Green Mountain Marathon, it provides a nice tune-up for the
marathon. Also certified, it is held on September 20 in Essex Center, about
25 minutes east of South Hero.
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| VOLUNTEERS: | As with any event, it takes volunteers to make things
happen. If you or anyone you know would like to volunteer at our
race, we would greatly appreciate it. We need volunteers in the following
areas: Water Stops/Aid Stations, Crossing Guards/Course Marshals, Registration,
Finish Line, Results, Traffic/Parking, Runner Food Preparation.
Please email gmm@gmaa.net |
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| MORE INFORMATION: | Race Director Sandra Dickin email: gmm@gmaa.net
GMAA weather policy |
| The Green Mountain Marathon is held for runners by runners.
Our goal is to offer you offer a quality marathon at an affordable price
in a relaxed setting.
Come join us! |
NOTE: GMAA/insurance rules prohibit running with a
baby jogger, dog, or headphones during the race.
COURSE FEATURES:
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The 2008 medallion design (Stark Mountain, Mt. Ellen, and Mt. Abraham):
Official certification proving this race is a Boston Marathon qualifier
(expires 12/31/2008):
The course will be recertified in the summer of 2009.
Print out the registration form and mail in to pre-register!
Link
to registration form