2nd Annual Tecumseh Trail Marathon
Bloomington, IN - Yellowwood State Forest
Saturday, December 4, 2004
26.2 Mile Trail Run / Hike
5.5 Mile Yellowwood Lake Fun Run

A Benefit for the Hoosier Hikers Council Trail Improvement Association

   

Race Status Update 12/02/04 All systems are GO for the 2nd Annual Tecumseh Trail Marathon! There is still room in the race for more entries. Pre-registration is now closed. You may register Friday evening from 6–8PM at Yellowwood SF, or Saturday morning from 7:30-8:30AM. Be advised: we may still need to cut off entries if we exceed the capacity of bus space.

COURSE:
The Tecumseh Trail Marathon course provides a scenic and challenging route in Morgan-Monroe and Yellowwood State Forests. A major portion of the 40-mile Tecumseh Trail is used for the race course. Participants will be shuttled by bus from the Yellowwood Lake area to the starting line, near the Morgan-Monroe State Forest office.

The trail surface varies from narrow forest trail to wide fire road, gravel, dirt, and paved roads. Several up and downhills of 200-300’ elevation are along the course, along with many smaller hills. The total ascent is approximately 3500’. See the elevation profile for more information.

Participants may run or walk, but must maintain a 17 minute per mile average through the hilly terrain. Participants reaching the north trailhead at Yellowwood Lake (approx. mile 23) after 4:30 pm will be escorted off the route and to the shelter. The field will be limited to approximately 500 runners due to the shuttle bus logistics. Please Note: Dogs not permitted on the course.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS:
> Water & energy drink every 2-3 miles
> Beautiful point-to-point trail course
> Trails groomed for safety & route prepared by Hoosier Hikers Council
> Post-race meal (hot soups, breads, fruit, etc)
> Attractive awards for overall and age group winners
> T-shirt to each pre-registered runner
> Fundraiser for trails in Indiana
> Professional event management
> Medical support and trail sweep for safety
> Shuttle service to start line

CUSTOM FINISHER MEDALS (OPTIONAL):
Attractive, custom-made finisher medals are available from Indiana's Excellence. The medal will have your name plus your choice of finish time or age group placing. These medals are $6 and will be mailed to you within three weeks after the Tecumseh Trail Marathon. You may order a medal when you register, or order at the race check-in. Finisher medals are not available for the Fun Run.

ENTRY FEE:
Marathon: $50 before Nov 24. $60 After Nov 24.
                No entries accepted on race morning.
Yellowwood Lake Fun Run: $10 before Nov 24. $15 after Nov 24.

AGE GROUPS:
10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

YELLOWWOOD LAKE FUN RUN:
A low-key event for family & friends of marathoners… or those not yet ready to tackle the marathon distance! The course is a trail loop of approximately 5.5 miles around the Yellowwood Lake Trail, finishing along the same route as the marathon. The cost is only $10, but there are no awards or, t-shirts. Results will be posted, and aid stations are available.

   

> Practice Runs on the Course - Nov 21 and Nov 28

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday, December 3		6:00-8:00PM		Packet Pick-up at Yellowwood Campground Shelter
Saturday, December 4		7:30-8:30AM   8:45AM 9:00AM 10:00AM 11:00AM   4:30PM		Packet Pick-up at Yellowwood Campground Shelter Bus boarding begins Busses depart for start line Tecumseh Trail Marathon Start Yellowwood Lake Fun Run Start (at Yellowwood Campground Shelter) Cut-off time at Yellowwood Lake north trailhead

DIRECTIONS:
From State Road 46, 10 miles east of Bloomington or 7 miles west from Nashville. Follow Yellowwood Road for 2 miles to the campground / shelter house.

LODGING:
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What kind of shoes?
We recommend trail running shoes, but regular running shoes will work.
Where is the closest lodging?
The race is east of Bloomington on highway 46. So the most convenient would be Best Western, Century Suites, and Travelodge. Phone number and information.
What about camping?
Yellowwood (primitive) wil be open, you can register when you arrive on race weekend.
Will there be aid stations?
Every 2-3 miles, with water, gatorade, snacks (i.e. pretzels, bananas, cookies, trail mix, etc)
How difficult is it really?
Hmm... Pretty difficult. Try it and find out!

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