BROOKVILLE YMCA RACE MONTH

JUNE 2008

The Brookville YMCA will be hosting five races in the month of June. Below you will find a brief description of the races the Brookville YMCA will be hosting.

7 June 2008 - Millcreek Adventure Race

The Millcreek Adventure Race has three different divisions: Solo: one athlete completing all legs of the race, Complete: two athletes entering each leg of the race together, or Relay: two to six athletes individually completing a leg of the race. However two athletes must race together on the orienteering and canoeing legs.

The race consists of many different events. It begins at the Millcreek boat launch at 7 AM with the first event being and 8 mile run which brings the contestants back to the Millcreek boat launch. The next event is a 2 mile swim once again beginning and ending at the boat launch. The next leg is the 23 mile bike race which ends at MacBeth cabins parking lot in Cook Forest. There, racers enter the water for the 12 mile canoe/kayak. This brings the racers back to the Millcreek boat launch. At that point, the racers leave the boat launch for the 11 mile orienteer. The orienteer course ends at Frozen Toe (Corsica area) and the final 9.5 mile run takes racers to the Brookville YMCA which is the end of the race!

The Millcreek Race takes you through Cook Forest State Park which lies in scenic northwestern Pennsylvania. Once called "The Black Forest," the area is famous for its stands of old growth forest. The "Forest Cathedral" of towering white pines and hemlocks is a Natural National Landmark. The Clarion River is the eastern border of the Park, and is a breathtaking nature scenic background for our swimming and canoeing leg of the race.

21 June 2008 - Little K

This race starts at 5:00pm, at Miller Welding. We have two age brackets 3 &4 year olds and 5 & 6 year olds. This is a fun way for the younger children to get involved in Race Day. It is easy for parents and grandparents to cheer on the little ones in this complete family fun race.

21 June 2008 - 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

This race starts at 5:30pm, at Miller Welding this Fun Run/Walk is in conjunction with the 5K Race and is fun for the entire family to participate in together. Studies have shown that Children's running is on the rise, a growing minority of running parents and their children have discovered that fitness can be fun. More and more parents have begun to ask for side events for youngsters. This 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk gives parents the event they have been asking for!

Not only do we have the young competing in the 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk, but in recent years more and more Senior Citizens have started to run and walk in this 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. The Brookville YMCA's SilverSneakers Group enters members every year. The SilverSneakers Group consists of individuals over 65 years in age that has Highmark Health Insurance. The SilverSneakers Group receives a free YMCA membership with access to conditioning classes, exercise equipment, pool, and other available amenities.

21 June 2008 - 5K Race

The 5K Race starts at 5:30pm at Miller Welding. The 5K Race attracts all sorts from first time racers to seasoned veterans. The 5K race is ideal for every runner or walker-from the seasoned athlete to the eager newcomer. Everyone is made to feel welcome, so there is no excuse not to come and join us. If you're looking to get started then don't worry the course is flat and fast. Taking place along a flat and beautiful scenic route throughout one of the most picturesque towns in Western Pennsylvania, this event gets bigger and better each year. If you never have participated in the Laurel Run Race you've waited long enough. It's time, 2008 Laurel Race applications can be picked-up at they Brookville YMCA .

RACE DAY

Registration and packet pick-up begins at 4:00pm. Pre-race and post-race refreshments and entertainment. Pre-registered runners are guaranteed a T-Shirt. Trophies to top 3 male and female finishers without duplication. 1st Place awards will be given to these age groups 13, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, and 50-59, over 60. Medals to all finishers in each heat of the Little K.

21 June 2008 - Summer Heat Time Trial (Bike Event)

The Heat Time Trial starts at 3:30pm at Miller Welding. The course is 20.2 mile road course with flat to rolling terrain. Several moderate climbs. (Mostly large chain ring.) Professionally timed by Miles of Smiles Timing Services. Each competitor must have Snell or ANSI approved helmets, mandatory, Aerobars welcome. This is for Ages 14 & up. Pre-registration is preferred and can be done at the Brookville YMCA, pre-registration fee is $18 (if received on or before 6/10/08). Race Day registration is 1:30-3:00 and fee is $20.

For information any of the races listed above stop by the Brookville YMCA or call (814)849-73455 and ask to speak with Maryann Frampton or Tina Householder both will be more than happy to answer any questions you may have.