A classic 5K dash and 10K run on the Mad River Greenway
 The
Mad Dash is a special foot race in Central Vermont. It is held on
a recreation pathway – the Mad River Greenway – developed
by the Mad River Path Association, a grass-roots community organization.
Cherished by runners and walkers, the greenway is a natural, seven-foot
wide strip of mowed grass that follows the graceful curves of the
Mad River in Waitsfield, Vermont.
Each September for the past eight years the organizers have staged
the Mad Dash, a community event to celebrate the river, the path
and the human spirit. The event features a 5K and 10K distance running
race and a 5K fitness walk all starting simultaneously and finishing
at the same place.
Using various sections of the Mad River Greenway, participants
run a flat, scenic and tranquil course that is filled with nature’s
sights and sounds and  minimal
interference from the man-made, auto-dependent landscape of the
outside world. There is one covered bridge.
After the race, participants are treated to a feast of organic
and natural, locally-produced foods and refreshments. There is a
drawing of bib numbers for prizes that are donated by area businesses,
including outdoor gear, clothing, guided trips, dinners for two,
fine crafts, paintings, etc. Runners in 16 categories will be awarded
high-quality, commemorative medals honoring their achievement.
The day’s events concludes with the ever popular kids fun
run, an informal, short distance race for boys and girls in various
age categories. This is a popular event with generally over 100
kids participating. Ribbons, prizes and ice cream await all finishers.
Participants of the Mad Dash run or walk will receive a long-sleeve
commemorative t-shirt and a bag of unique goodies. So come to the
Mad Dash and enjoy the spirit of the day on the Mad River Greenway.
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Mad Dash Community Fitness Event
5K run or
10K run
5K fitness walk
Kids’ fun run
Mad River Greenway, Meadow Road,
Waitsfield, VT
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Cost:
Mad Dash 5K and 10K race:
$25.00 pre-registration
$30.00 on race day
$10.00 Student (18yrs. and under)
5K Fitness Walk:
$20.00 in advance and on race day
Kids Fun Run free or $2.00 suggested donation
Featuring:
• Scenic course on the Mad River Greenway
• Professionally timed
• Delicious natural foods and refreshments
• Bib # drawing for gifts and gear
• Race Packet
• Commemorative long-sleeve T-shirt
Event Schedule
Saturday, September 20:
9:00 am to 1:00 pm - Race packet pick-up and pre-registration at
the Mad River Farmers’ Market, Mad River Green, Main St., Waitsfield,
VT
Sunday, September 21 (Race Day):
8:00 to 9:00 am - Volunteer sign in
8:00 to 9:30 am - Race Day registration and
packet pick-up
8:30 to 11:30 - Kids’ Fun Run registration
9:30 am - Race Day registration closes
10:00 am - Start of the Mad Dash 5K and 10K race, 5K fitness walk
11:30 am - Bid draw
Post Race - Awards
12:00 - Kids Fun Run
Contact:
Mad River Path Association
PO Box 683, Waitsfield, VT 05673
(802) 496-7284
Email
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(208K pdf)
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