100 miles of gravel. 10,000 feet of elevation gain. Unsanctioned, unsupported, unmarked. Route and details to come. Stay tuned.

The Team Loco Marathon and Half Marathon was born six years ago over breakfast as some of the members of Team Loco licked our wounds in the lobby of a hotel room in Memphis, TN. The St. Jude Marathon had been iced out and several of us were depending on that race to qualify for either Marathon Maniac or Half Fanatic status. After some pancakes and probably too much coffee, the idea for the Team Loco races was born. Surely we, a dedicated group of runners could put on a race that met the qualifying standards for the Maniacs and Fanatics. After lots of hustling and more than a little hand wringing, the inaugural Team Loco Marathon and Half Marathon was held in January of 2014. Many Maniac, Fanatics and more importantly memories were made that day. What several of us thought might be a one off turned into an in demand race and last year the 4th Annual Team Loco races were held. This brings us to the point…and lets face it…me getting to the point is a big chore.

On January 25th, 2020 the Seventh Annual Team Loco Marathon and Half Marathon will be held. The race will once again be held on the Tucker Creek Trail in Conway, Arkansas. However, the start will move to the Conway Regional Health and Fitness Center.

Description
Race hosted by the River Valley Runners
•Kicks off the 2019 Grand Prix Season!
•Run on a standard 400 meter track
•Grand Prix Championship Event
•Two separate heats to decrease track congestion
The first One Hour Track Run was held in 1983 as part of Grand Prix II. This run took place in Russellville at the Arkansas Tech University track. The One Hour Track Run was eliminated after one year as the Grand Prix was trimmed to a core of four races for most of the 1980’s. Later incarnations of a One Hour Track Run were located in El Dorado and later Camden, Arkansas, and were a Grand Prix staple in the 1990’s. After 1998, the One Hour Track Run ceased to be run until the Long Distance Running Committee decided to revive it as part of the 25th Running of the Grand Prix in 2006. Fittingly, the One Hour Track Run returned to Russellville for Grand Prix XXV, and was held at the Russellville High School Track.

The course is a standard, 400 meter track. Very Flat! Aid stations every 1/4 mile!

ONE HOUR TRACK RUN WILL BE AT Pottsville High School, Pottsville, AR

Freezin’ for a Reason is for runners and walkers of all abilities. We offer a 10K, 5K, and the Lap for life for families and their children to take one lap around the track to honor past and present patients of Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Children and strollers are welcome at all events.All participants registered by January 18, 2020 will receive a t-shirt. Event attendees can also enjoy free food and lots of free fun kids activities like bounce houses, face painting, games, and. more.

The Freezin’ for a Reason will take place February 1, 2020. The race will begin and end at the Conway High School West Campus, located at 2300 Prince Street in Conway, Arkansas. The 5k/10k will begin at 9 a.m.The Lap for Life will begin at approximately 10:45 a.m.

Race Info:

Date: February 1, 2020

Time: 9 am

Fee: $20

Race Information: White Rock Classic 50K

• No Fees, No frills, No WIMPS!
• Race begins on Road 1003 (White Rock Mountain Road) just off Highway 23, about a mile north of the Mulberry River (near Cass).
• Part of the 2016 – 2017 AURA Ultra Trail Series
• There is no entry fee but a small donation to help cover costs would be appreciated.
• Refreshments will be near the finish line starting at 1:00 pm
• If doing the 50K and not confident of a 5:00PM finish you are welcome to start early. (study the map, you will be unsupported till the aid station volunteers get set up).
• Please keep your own time and sign in at the top (past the aid station at the lookout) and at the finish to be included in the results.
• You must sign out before leaving or you will be charges for search and rescue.
• The 50K course runs to the top of White Rock Mountain, then retraces back to the start.
• The course is run on well maintained forest road.
• Aid is set up approximately every 5 – 6 miles.
• PLEASE NOTE: If for some reason you plan to NOT to run back, you MUST plan ahead to arrange your own ride back to the start. No shuttling will be available.
• Course Map
• Course Elevation Profile, compliments of Jeff Genova – Thanks Jeff!
  Approximate cumulative elevation changes:
  Out/up: 3500′ total climb, 1900′ total descent
  Back/Down: 1900′ total climb and 3500′ total descent
• This 50K is very challenging and not recommended for those who have not at least completed a marathon (or run 26 miles) recently. It is guaranteed to help work off those Christmas holiday pounds before the Valentine Candy arrives.
• Cancellation Policy: We reserve the right to cancel the race due to inclement weather or unsafe road conditions. Both the condition/width of the roads and the snow height and ice will be taken into consideration when making the final decision. In other words, don’t go if the weather is bad! Remember this is for fun, fellowship and recreation. This race has been cancelled in the past due to bad weather.
• Course closes by 5 pm. Early starts are accepted if you anticipate not completing the 50K under 8 hours. Note: There will be a few awards given–early starters are not eligible for awards.
• Brought to you by Lisa Gunnoe, PoDog Vogler, and the Arkansas Ultra Running Association (AURA)
• Questions: e-mail Lisa

Parking:

• Parking at the start is limited.
• If you can, park at the Turner Bend store–at the Mulberry River bridge on Highway 23 and carpool to the start.
• If you park at the start pull over to the right as much as you possibly can. An ambulance must be able to get by you and they are wide.
• All cars must park on same side of road, left/South.

Restrooms:

• Please use the restrooms at the Turner Bend Store (please show gratitude by purchasing something).
• There are no restrooms in the campground at the start. If you need to go, walk up the road, away from the campground, and leave no trace.
• This has been a problem in the past and we may loose our permit so – LEAVE NO TRACE!!!

Course Records:

• Male: Brian Hurley, 3:53:06 (2014)
• Female: Chrissy Ferguson, 4:44:25 (1999)
• Male (Brannon Cemetery start/finish): Cole Crosby, 3:53:55 (2012)
• Female (Brannon Cemetery start/finish): Katie Helms, 5:14 (2012)

Grab your sweetie or come looking for love at the 5th race of the Run Bentonville Race Series. The race gives participants the opportunity to test themselves at the unique 4k or 8k distance. The event begins on the Downtown Square, winds through Memorial Park and finishes back on the Downtown Square near Walton’s 5-10. The race is also designed to be run with your sweetheart. Couples that register for the race together receive a discounted rate. In addition, every woman that crosses the finish line gets a carnation!

When: Saturday, February 8, 2020. Race starts at 7:30am

Where: Downtown Bentonville Square

*There will be NO race day registration*

4K RACE COURSE

8K RACE COURSE

Cost: $25 for individual and $40 per couple.  Couples are considered significant others. Couples must run the same race distance to receive discount and couple scoring.

All participants will receive a commemorative long sleeve shirt and age category winners will be awarded medals.

Packet pickup for the Valentines 4k/8K will be at the Downtown Activity Center on 215 SW A, Bentonville, AR 72712 on Feb 6th from 8am-8pm and Friday, Feb 7th from 8am-4:30pm.

***Race Series points awarded to 8k finishers ONLY***

ABOUT THE MISSISSIPPI RIVER MARATHON:

The Mississippi River Marathon offers the only marathon in the Mississippi Delta and a variety of opportunities that no other race in the world can offer. Our goal is first, for people across the nation, especially in the Delta communities, to get excited about healthy lifestyles by supporting and participating in our running events. Second, this marathon was created to help all children receive an excellent education by donating funds raised to the Washington County and Southeast Arkansas Community Foundations benefit local non-profits and organizations.

FULL MARATHON
Starts in Lake Village, AR, crosses the halfway point on the Mississippi River Bridge and finishes into Greenville, MS

MISSISSIPPI RIVER HALF MARATHON
Starts on the Mississippi River Bridge in Lake Village, AR and crosses over and finishes into Greenville, MS

DELTA DOUBLE HALF
Starts in Lake Village, AR with the full marathoners. The Arkansas Half Marathon will finish on the Mississippi River Bridge and ten feet beyond that will be the start to the Mississippi River Half Marathon. Created for those who might want to run to half marathons in two states on one day. 7 hour time limit for the Delta Double Half.

Please contact Race Director John Conner at mississippirivermarathon@gmail.com with any questions.

Race History: The Valentine’s Day 5K dates back to the 1980’s when it was known as the “Serendipity Run”. 1994 marked the race’s first inclusion in the Arkansas RRCA Grand Prix Series.

Course Description: The race starts at Arkansas Tech University, Tucker Gym.

Sweetheart Competition: A special feature of the Valentine’s Day 5K is the chance to team up with a sweetheart for additional prizes! Runners have the option of entering with their spouse in the Married Sweethearts Division, or teaming up with a “friend” in the Unmarried Sweethearts Division. The finishing times for the two Sweethearts will be added together to compete against other couples’ composite times. The Sweetheart competition is in additional to the male/female individual races and does not affect an individual’s time, placing, or award in the overall race.

The annual Van Davis Memorial 5K Run/Walk and Kids Fun Run supports the National Park College Foundation by providing scholarships for current students. Strategically scheduled for six weeks into the new year, it gives everyone the opportunity to meet their new year’s health and fitness goals. Join us to make a difference for yourself and for the community.

Join us at Hot Springs’ Baseball Park (formerly known as Whittington Park).

Features of the Van Davis Memorial 5K:

• Chip-timed
• USATF-certified course.
• Overall and Top-3 in each male and female age division awards.
• Flat and fast course that runs through the nation’s first national park.
• Kids Fun Run for children 10 years and younger.
• Virtual Participant option for those that wish to support the event while staying in bed.

**This is to Save The Date – Reg opening at a later date**

The Southern Enduro Tour (SET) visits Texas, Arkansas, and Oklahoma – offering the best variety of terrain in the midwest and creating a regional championship that is both challenging and fun for any mountain biker that is seeking a premium race experience. At the end of the season, the SET will crown competitors as the best all-around riders!

The second stop will be at Northwoods Trail in Hot Springs, Arkansas. This will be a fun weekend with the Wildcat Marathon happening on Saturday.

Do both Wildcat Marathon & Northwoods Enduro and qualify for King or Queen of Northwoods!

This stop is rated: Skill-8 | Fitness-8 | Gnar-5

This is a one day stop with 4-7 stages. The full schedule and course map will be released the week of the event detailing how many stages there will be.

As the Wildcat Marathon will be on Saturday pre-riding will be Saturday afternoon after that race and possibly Friday.

To keep our production quality high there will be a hard 200 rider limit. We will also offer a “Just Ride” category where participants can ride the enduro courses during Pre-Ride and after the race.

-Event Swag
-Custom number plate
-Professional chip timing powered by SPORTident with instant result print out and scoreboard
-Tasty meals & beverages provided on Race Day
-Medical support on-site
-Awesome Sponsors! $2,500 in raffle prizes for pre-registered racers
-On-site mechanical sponsor support from Revolution Bike Repair
-Top 5 PRO Podium Payouts
-Professional awards ceremony with top-notch awards from Re-Geared

Cash preferred | Zella and Venmo also excepted. We are able to accept credit cards with an additional fee if wifi is available.

Breakfast food & snacks | Remember to bring your breakfast food, snacks, special dietary foods, and anything specific for your pre and post-race needs.

Only Racers and Just Ride, with a number plate on, will be allowed on the event stages during Pre-Ride.

Timed Enduro Racers only, with a number plate on, on stages during the race on Sunday.

Racing Age | What your age will be on 12/31/20

SET Race Waiver | Must be signed by all participants on-site and anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent present with them at Check In to sign the waiver.

​​​​​​​Participants will register for the category they will remain in for the series to qualify for Overalls. You cannot change categories after the second stop and you must notify April at april@slaughtertrailguides.com if you are changing your category.

To qualify for Overalls you must race (in the same category) and complete 5 of the 6 SET races. You must finish all stages (both days) entirely to get a race result. Just Riding does not count towards series points.

SET Rules can be reviewed at https://www.slaughtertrailguides.com/southern-enduro-tour

These are rain or shine events except under extreme circumstances. The refund and transfer policy is case by case. We prefer not to offer refunds, but we will allow racers to transfer registration to another rider or a later race within the same season if notified within a reasonable time frame prior to race.

Run the Line is your unique opportunity to run a single race that not only takes place in two states but that actually includes a portion where you run right down the state line. The course map is on RunSignUp along with the elevation map.

Distance: 13.1 Miles  Water Stops: 8  Hills: One large hill (Arkansas Boulevard) and many short inclines in the second half of the race. Single loop course.  After an exciting shotgun start in downtown Texarkana, Texas, runners pour across the state line into Arkansas and down a long, one mile gradual stretch downhill. The course then turns north onto the beautiful Nix Creek Trail, one of several trail projects this race raises money to create and maintain. After 2.5 miles on the trail the course winds through pretty Texarkana, Arkansas neighborhoods before heading up the biggest and longest hill on the course and across the state line back into Texarkana, Texas. After reaching the halfway point (and the handoff for 2-person relay team participants), the course heads toward Spring Lake Park where funds from this race helped create: the Phillip McDougal Trail. Then the course winds up and down several small hills through neighborhoods south of the park before heading toward downtown. Runners will then experience some of the older Texarkana neighborhoods and stately homes as the race heads for home. Less than a mile from the finish the course finally hits State Line Avenue and runners will have a chance to run right down the state line between Texas and Arkansas. After rounding the courthouse, the course veers back into Arkansas and the finish line festivities at 3rd & Wood Streets!

Race Information Styx n’Stones Trail Run

Race Information:

• Time/Location: 8:00AM. Day Use Pavilion.
• Distance: Approximately 30K (18.6 miles). The short option is 15K (9.3 Miles).
• Aid: There will be aid stations. This will include water, sports drink and light food. Water bottle highly recommended.
• FEE: No fees. No frills. No wimps. No whining. Donations to help cover costs are appreciated. There will be a donation can at the sign-in table.
• Ultra Trail Series: This race is part of the UTS. More information on the UTS
• Timing: Please keep your own time and sign in at the finish. Results will be posted on www.runArkansas.com
• Difficulty: This is a long race on difficult, technical trail.

Runner Info:

• Gaiters recommended: expect any combination of sticks, stones, boulders, mud, scree, grit, trail debris, rocks, sand, slippery rocks, roots, loose rocks…
• Much of the trail is very technical. Don’t plan to run a personal best here. Enjoy the great outdoors and exercise your demons.
• Major climb the first two plus miles. Gnarly climb at ~13 miles.
• Six hour time limit. Runners passing the 9-mile checkpoint after 10:50 AM will be required to stop at 15k. Assume the 30k will take nearly as long as a road marathon.

Getting there:

• From the north, I-540 to the West Fork exit, right on Highway 170.
• From the south, I-540 to the Winslow exit, Left on Highway 74.

Contact:

• Race Information: Mark DenHerder
• Devil’s Den State Park trails http://www.arkansasstateparks.com/things-to-do/trails/search.aspx?parkid=4

About 55 miles of challenging gravel roads. About 4-6 hours of saddle love.

Several 30+ minute climbs with an incredible view atop White Rock Mountain.

This IS a ride. NOT a race. IT IS AN ADVENTURE!

You are responsible for any mechanical issues you might encounter.

You are responsible for doing your homework on the route. OCA will provide a cue sheet.

YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR YOUR OWN WELL-BEING.

You are responsible for having fun!

TOP OF THE ROCK, official ride pit stop (aid station) is on White Rock Mountain.

The ride will start & end at Hazel Valley Ranch 16330 Olive Road Fayetteville, AR 72703.

We will have awesome chili & “recovery” beverages waiting for you. Thanks to Hazel Valley Ranch!

Creative will have a super cool award for those who complete the entire route!

All riders must sign a waiver.

COST??? FREE!!! There will be a tip jar and event shirts for sale to help offset costs.

THE 2 RULES

1. You must complete the entire HVGP Loop to receive award.

2. You must prove your achievement via STRAVA or other GPS device to receive award.

“The Beat Goes On” 5K Run/Walk is an event presented by the Saline Memorial Health Foundation and SMH Heart and Vascular Services. All proceeds will benefit the SMH Foundation Cardiac Assistance Fund, which supports cardiac care in Saline County. The funds will be used to support cardiac needs in our community such as assisting patients with cardiac medication expenses and adding new technology.

The 5K Run/Walk course will start and finish at Saline Memorial Hospital. Registration and post-race refreshments will be located inside. It is recommended that runners start up front and walkers line-up in back.

Crosswinds Road Race is a great year-opening race that will test your winter training and readiness for the 2020 season. This is a regionally attended event, so you will get to race against lots of different racers.

The course is 12.8 miles of super flat & super fast consisting of several highways. The course will have traffic control by County Sheriff Deputies and assigned Corner Marshalls.

There will be prizes, primes & payouts. All categories, Jr Men & Women – Cat 1 men & women will be represented.

Crosswinds is a USA Cycling sanctioned event, so, a one-day or annual license is required.

Entry Fee: Juniors $15  Adults $45 online & $55 onsite

License Fee: One-day = $10  Annual = $80

“Walk for Wheezy is a non-profit organization created with the sole purpose of raising funds and awareness for Arkansas Children’s Hospital during a community-wide event all in memory of Eloise Ann Owen.”

About Walk For Wheezy

We have been able to raise an estimated $180,000 for the Arkansas Children’s Hospital Cardio Vascular Intensive Care Unit.
Walk for Wheezy is for community members of all ages and abilities. The sole purpose of W4W is to raise funds and awareness for Arkansas Children’s Hospital Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU) in memory of Eloise “Wheezy” Ann Owen.

All participants registered by February 9, 2020 will receive a t-shirt with their ticket. Event attendees can also enjoy food and lots of free fun kids activities like bounce houses, craft station, games, and more.

Walk for Wheezy will take place on Sunday, February 23, 2020. The event is located at the Cabot High School Panther Stadium and will begin at 2 p.m.

Sylamore Ranger District

The 1.2-million acre Ozark-St. Francis National Forests offer endless opportunities for adventure. As one of America’s most scenic and picturesque areas, the Ozark-St. Francis provides a lot of the “natural” in the Natural State of Arkansas.

Ozark Highlands 50K

The course will start out at Norfork River Resort and proceed towards the Ozark Highlands Trail via 2.7 miles of rolling roads. The trail traverses through numerous hollows and takes participants across some of the most rugged and remote terrain in the Ozark National Forest. Runners will follow the OHT to the Brush Creek Trailhead and return back to the resort.

Twin Creek Twenty

Short course option will follow the same route as the Ozark Highlands 50K, but turnaround at Twin Creek Road Aid Station.

Norfork River Resort

We hope you’ll make plans to stay the weekend and take advantage of the great post-race festivities and the beautiful Norfork River Valley. Contact the resort to find out more details about things to do.

Steve McCumber
13386 Arkansas 5 Norfork, AR 72658
resorts@centurytel.net
870-499-5757
870-499-5758

Irish 5K/10K

The luck of the Irish will be on your at the 6th race of the Run Bentonville Race Series. The race gives participants the opportunity to test themselves at either the 5k or 10k distance. The event begins and ends at the Bentonville Community Center.

Online registration is currently closed. However you can still register in person at packet pickup. 

When: Saturday, March 7th, 2020. Race starts at 7:00am.

Where: Bentonville Community Center (1101 SW Citizens Circle)

*There will be NO race day registration*

Cost: $25 for either the 5k or the 10K

All participants will receive a commemorative shirt and age category winners will be awarded medals.

You can register in person at packet pick-up.

Packet pickup for the Irish 5k/10k will be at the Downtown Activity Center on 215 SW A, Bentonville, AR 72712 on March 5th from 8am-8pm and Friday, March 6th from 8am-4:30pm.

***Race Series points awarded to 10k finishers ONLY***

CHASE RACE 2-MILE is an AR Grand Prix Championship Race. We believe it is the best 2-MILE STATE CHAMPIONSHIP RACE ever. Walkers and slower runners yield to faster runners on the course.  All participants will be directed to the right side of the course streets. No dogs in this one please!  The course is certified by USATF and disposable chip timing with S/F mats will be provided.

PAWS RACE 1-Mile event is for participants who want to run or walk with their leashed dog/pet. It is a fun event for dogs/pets of all breeds, ages and sizes!  The course will be gun timed (no start mat).

Both events start and finish at Simon Park, 805 Front Street, Conway, AR.
OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE:
1) Best Pet Costume Contest. Judging and winners will be determined during the 1-Mile race.
2) Conway Animal Shelter will have pets available for adoption.
C o u r s e s: The 2M & PAWS 1M courses are out & back, flat and fast with excellent traffic control & aid station. An experienced team of organizers will make the event exciting and fun. Restrooms will be available.  See you at the start line March 9!  Participants of all abilities, ” ON YOUR MARK”!R u n n e r a m e n i t i e s: Each Participant will receive a 100% Poly Unisex souvenir T-Shirt. To be guaranteed a T-shirt of your size, you must register before FEBRUARY 20, 2019. Participants will also receive an awesome “goodie” bag and will be eligible for fabulous door prizes. Each finisher will receive an unique Chase Race medal.

Race results will be posted on Mac’s Race Timing, AR RRCA, Arkansas Runner and www.chaserace. info.

REFRESHMENTS: Various drinks, donuts, pizza, hot dogs, and other refreshments will be available for participants and family on race day.
P a c k e t p i c k – u p: Sporty Runner, 1016 Van Ronkle, Conway, 501-328-9255, Friday, March 8th, 12 Noon– 6:00 pm. On race day, packets will be available at Simon Park from 6:30 to 7:45 a.m.
Directions to the Race: Take I-40 to Exit 127, west on Hwy 64 (Oak St) approx. 1mile to Front St., left (south) on Front, Simon Park is on right. Parking is available at various lots 1-2 blocks away.
AWARDS: The awards ceremony will be at Simon Park Pavilion following the races. A total of 239 awards will be presented during the event!  Please be patient and courteous to all award recipients. With this many awards, some will be getting personal recognition for the first time and all takes time.  If you need to leave early, please have someone pick up your award or it will be available at Sporty Runner the following week. No awards will be available prior to the official awards ceremony.  Thanks in advance for being patient and understanding.

C H A S E RACE 2-MILE ( 204 Aw a r d s )
1st three male/female finishers:
Overall
Masters (40+ age group)
Grand Masters (50+ age group)
Senior Masters (60+ age group)
Age Groups:
Male & Female 1st five finishers in each of the following age groups:  6 & Under, 7-10, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79 & 80 & Over.
Male & Female 1st three finishers in each of the following age groups:
No duplication of awards.

Walkers are encouraged to participate in the 2- Mile Race

Awards to 1st Five Male/Female finishers.  Awarded at finish line.  Please remember, one foot must be touching the pavement at all times.

Paws Race 1-Mile ( 30 Awards): First 15 male/ female finishers.
Awarded at finish line.

Pets Best Costume Contest ( 3 Awards ):  Top 5 as determined by the Judges!! Pets must participate in the 1 Mile race to be eligible for an award. Winners will be chosen during the race.