2003 Mad Dash Results
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 four-mile and eight-mile distance running
race and a four-mile 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 over 100 kids
participating in 2003. 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.
