2008 Cobb Street Harvest Run
Date
Saturday, September 20, 2008
Race Schedule
7:30am-8:15am - Race Day Registration
8:30am - 8K Run/Walk & 2 Mile Walk Starts
9:15am - Kids 700 Meter Fun Run
9:30am - Awards
Event Description
The newest running and walking tradition in Roseburg, Oregon. Join us for a fall classic with beautiful scenery, a great cause and something for everyone - runners, walkers, families, kids and seniors!
Distances
This event features an 8K (4.97 mile) run/walk, a 2 mile walk and a Kids 700 meter fun run.
Location
Gaddis Park - Roseburg, Oregon.
Directions
Take I-5 to Roseburg (Exit #125). Go 2 blocks east on Garden Valley Blvd, turn right on NE Highland Street and proceed south to Gaddis Park.
Courses
The 8K run/walk starts at Gaddis Park, follows the bike path along the Umpqua River west to the YMCA, turns around, returns east past the park on the bike path to the intersection of Pine & Douglas, turns around and returns to Gaddis Park. The 2 mile walk starts at Gaddis Park, heads east on the bike path to a turn around near the intersection of Pine & Douglas and then returns to finish at Gaddis Park. The kids 700 meter fun run does one loop in Gaddis Park around the baseball fields. Click here for a COURSE MAP.
Entry Fees
To be announced.
Registration
In person at the Cobb Street School (Walnut St & Garden Valley Blvd) through Friday, September 19. Entry forms and online registration coming soon.
Awards
Awards will be presented in the 8K to the top three overall male and female finishers and the top three in each age group. All fun run participants will receive ribbons. All participants will be eligible for random prize drawings.
Age Groups
14 & Under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over
Event Benefit
Proceeds from the event will benefit the Cobb Street School - "Planting kernels of knowledge through arts and education." For more information visit COBB STREET.
Lodging
Local lodging facilities are offering discounts for race participants. Just mention you're coming to the event when calling The Windmill Inn (541-673-0901) or the Sleep Inn & Suites (541-464-8738).
Child Care
Parents running or walking in the 8K or 2 mile can take advantage of the free child care provided by the Cobb Street staff.
Family Activities
While in Roseburg for the race, be sure to visit the Wildlife Safari or take a short drive to scenic Crater Lake.