Sunday, September 13, 2009 -- Helvetia, WV
Helvetia 10K Mountain Run
Sponsored by the Helvetia Fair Association and the WV Mountain Trail Runners
[Overall Results] [Results by Class]
Coverage
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Register for 2009 ... Print your [Entry Form]
Pre-registration for the 10k and the 2 mile walk is $17 if postmarked by Aug. 29, 2009 and $20 thereafter. Race day registration will be from 7:00 to 8:30 am. Beautiful cotton t-shirt guaranteed to all pre-registrants.
- 9:00am + 10k Run & 2 Mile Walk Start
- 8:45am + Kids Run
About the Event
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In 1998 Jody and Dan Lehmann with the help of friends and neighbors organized this event in their small mountain community of Helvetia. It was their first attempt at race directing. The run and walk has never outgrown the village but continues to bring about 70 runners to enjoy the simple beauty of this spot in southern Randolph County. All proceeds go to benefit the Helvetia Community Fair Association.
Events . Courses
10K Mountain Run
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There will be water stations at 2 & 4.5 miles. Split times at 2 miles. At the finish you will be treated to some fine Helvetia home baked cookies and muffins, fresh fruit and drinks. The Helvetia 10k is well known for it's cool T-shirts and post race treats, so come join the fun. You may not set a 10k PR, but we bet you'll have a personal best time!
10K Course Records
Men: Larry Taylor, 36:03 - year 2001 // Women: Heather Bury, 42:54 - year 2003
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This walk starts immediately behind the 10k and follows the same route to the 2 mile mark. Dogs on a leash and strollers are welcome.
Kids Fun Run (*Free, ages 10 and under.)
It is wonderful seeing the young runners put their toes to the line and run with abandon. This race starts at the same location as the 10k. The 1/4 mile course will turn left on Gruber Road, then left again past the Cheese Haus, over to the Museum, across Troll Bridge to the finish. All participants will receive an award.
*There is no fee for the Kids's Fun Run, but parents must complete a registration form for their child. You may pre-register your child or register on race day. T-shirts can be purchased on race day as available for $10.00.
Awards
There will be give away prizes for registered runners and walkers.
For the 10k run 1st & 2nd place overall male and female. 1st & 2nd male and female in the following age groups; 14 & under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60 & over. The 2 mile walk and the Kid's Run are non-competitive.
Directions
Helvetia is approximately one hour from Buckhannon or Elkins. From Buckhannon, go 12 miles on Rt. 20 South to WV Wildlife Center, turn left onto Alexander/Helvetia Road. Follow signs, 20 miles to Helvetia. From Elkins, go 16 miles on Rt. 219 South to Mill Creek and turn right onto Mill Street. Follow signs, 20 miles to Helvetia. From Charleston &South, I-79N to Flatwoods exit 67. Take Rt. 19 North 20 miles to Ireland then Rt. 4 East (toward Rock Cave). 6 miles to WV Wildlife Center, turn right on the Alexander/Helvetia Road. Follow signs as above.
Camping and Other Activities
FREE camping is available at the Lehmann Farm. Come for the weekend if you'd like. Call or email for information or directions. We are right on the 10K course. We will do a short hash run on Saturday Sept. 12 at 5pm followed by a evening around the campfire with brauts, dogs, kraut and even marshmallows. Feel free to bring something.
Additional Information & Thanks
Thanks to the Hutte Restaurant & Beekeeper Inn for their continued support all these years. Contact the Hutte Restaurant & Beekeeper Inn at (304) 924-6435.
And thank you Zombie Runner and iPlayOutside.com
| Start Date: | 2009-09-13 Start Time: 9:00am |
| Event Name: | Helvetia 10K Mountain Run |
| Location(s): |
Helvetia, WV 26224 |
| Event Type(s): |
Run Off Road Walk Non-Competitive |
| Event Distance(s): | 10K 2mi |
| Contact(s): |
Dan & Jodi Lehmann Phone: 304-924-5835 Email: irunwv@gmail.com |
| Affiliate(s): |
West Virginia Mountain Trail Runners |
| Comments: | 10K Run, 2M Walk, Kids Free Fun Run in conjunction with Helvetia Fair |
| Offsite URL: | www.wvmtr.org/events/helvetia-10k-mountain-run/ |
