ORRC Y2K

The Y2K event features a Half Marathon Run, a 10K Run, and a 10K Walk.  The 10K Run/Walk is part of ORRC's 10K Series.  All races start and finish at Tom McCall School in Forest Grove, Oregon and the course is run on country roads in scenic wine country.  The half marathon and 10K courses are together for the first three miles, then split, and then rejoin for the last 1.5 miles.  Participants can warm up inside the school cafeteria before and after the race and are also treated to a delicious post race pancake breakfast (prepared by and benefitting the local Meals on Wheels organization).  

Awards

Plaques to the overall male and female winners and the overall male and female masters winners in the half marathon and 10K runs and walks. The top five finishers in each five year age group will earn ribbons. Awards will not be mailed. All finishers will receive a medal.

Course

Both races start and finish at Tom McCall East/West School (1341 Pacific Ave) in Forest Grove, covering country roads in scenic wine country. Both races are together for the first 3 miles, then split, rejoining for the last 1.5 miles. For course maps go to http://orrc.net/races/y2k/Y2K-Map.gif

Directions

Take TV Highway or Highway 26 west to Forest Grove. Drive through town past Pacific University and the downtown area. Tom McCall is at the intersection of Hwy 8 and Pacific Avenue.

Music Devices/Strollers/Age Limit/Dogs

The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, the ORRC encourages a headphone-free environment. Strollers, baby joggers or similar devices are permitted, but should start in the back of the pack. Dogs are not permitted. We discourage anyone younger than 15 to run in the half marathon. The course is open to traffic, so please RUN AGAINST TRAFFIC (keep left) and do not cross the road.