Blue Back Mitten Run

 
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 Blue Back Square Mitten Run

 

Sunday
December 6, 2009
Blue Back Mitten Run

Blue Back Square
West Hartford CT
Race Start:  10:30 a.m.

We are very excited to offer a new event in 2009 - a 5K
sponsored by Blue Back Square in West Hartford, Connecticut.

Blue Back Square - West Hartford CT

Join us at Blue Back Square in West Hartford for this special holiday 5K to benefit our neighbors in need by donating a pair (or two) of mittens when you come to packet pickup.

The 5K course winds through the wide avenues of West Hartford Center, past festive shop windows and neighborhoods decorated for the season. Start, finish and post race refreshments in
Blue Back Square.

Don't put away those running shoes too soon!  You'll want to lace up and
be at the starting line on December 6, 2009 - 10:30 a.m. start.

Online Registration


 Register Online

 Confirm Your Registration

 Please see the section on Alternate Ways to Register.

Online registration will close on Tuesday, December 1, 2009 at 8 a.m.

Race day registration is available.  See below for details.

 

Super Savings
(until Nov. 28, 2009)

Late Fee
(on & after Nov. 29, 2009)

Adult

 $20

$25

Student (22 & under)

 $15

$20

Alternate Ways to Register


Mail/Fax:
  (no confirmation is sent)

The 2009 Multi-Sport Registration Form (PDF file) will be available on the Printable Forms page.

DEADLINE FOR BLUE BACK MITTEN RUN - Print, complete and mail or fax according to instructions on the form. Payment may be made by credit card or check (made payable to HMF). Paper copies must by postmarked or faxed by - Saturday, December 5, 2009.

In Person Registration and Packet Pickup:
(including shirt, race bib, timing chip and goodie bag):

  • Saturday, December 5:  5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
    Blue Back Square, West Hartford CT
    Sunday, December 6 (Race Day):  9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
    West Hartford Town Hall

Dri-Release Upgrades


Upgrade Your T-shirt to a Dri Release!

Dri-release shirts have a moisture wicking fabric – same commemorative design but printed on premium quality fabric ideal for workouts. Don't be disappointed!   Order your long sleeve dri-release shirt in advance. Just $22.

Waiver - Running Events

Waiver Info:  
Refund Policy:  
Final Race Information

 

Final Race Instructions – will be posted during race week. 

Course Informations


Course Map - PENDING

 

Kids Fun Run

The Blue Back Mitten Run is a family event.  Little Mittens (children under 12) can register on Race Day for $8.  All Little Mittens receive a t-shirt and finishers medal.  

The Kids Fun Run will begin immediately following the 5K at 11:15 a.m. (add 45 minutes to race start time). Parents are requested to assist with the operation of the kids' event.

Several distances will be offered including 1/4 mile, 1/2 mile and 1-mile.  Kids will be placed in appropriate distance group according to their age and ability. 

Directions & Parking
 

 

     

View weather conditions at Fox 61 Weather 

Volunteers 

Invite your own fans to come, cheer and help us at the race.  Volunteers are always needed at every event.  All volunteers receive an official race t-shirt, refreshments and great times! 

Three ways to sign up to volunteer:

  1. Go to the Volunteer Page to register online now. 
  2. Call the race office at 860.652.8866 to register your volunteers
  3. Or send an email to our Events Volunteer Coordinator 
Timing & Awards

Winning Time chip is worn on Velcro strap on the ankle and will be distributed at packet pick-up.  Chip must be returned at the finish line. $30 fee for unreturned chip.

CATEGORIES:

  • Male Age Group
  • Female Age Group
  • Clydesdale (men 200 lbs+)
  • Athena (women 150 lbs+)
  • Wheelchair

AGE GROUP DIVISIONS:

  • 5-year age groups from 10-80+

Results


Efforts will be made to post the results in this section by 5 p.m. on race day. 
Results are also posted at www.coolrunning.com

If you think there's an error with your results, please email beth@hartfordmarathon.com within 48 hours of the race. 

 Finish Line Photographs
Capstone Photography Check back after the event - a link will be available to view finish line photos.

 

Sponsors
Dermatone

 


  Still have questions?
Contact info@hartfordmarathon.com or call 860.652.8866

 


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