EVENT INFOMRATION: 56th Annual Max Jensen Invite. Click here for meet information.
COURSE PREVIEW: We will perform a course preview (not required, just a way to stretch the legs and learn the course) at 4pm on Friday, October 9.
SATURDAY RACES:
8am Community Open 5k
9am Elementary Boys & Girls 1500m
9:30am Middle School Boys 2850m
10:00am Middle School Girls 2850m
Feel free to stick around after the race and watch some of the best runners from eastern Washington take part!
LOCATION: Carmichael Middle School, 620 Thayer Dr, Richland, WA 99352
LODGING: Here are some good options along the Columbia River, prices from Expedia, located near the meet venue:
The Lodge at Columbia Point at 530 Columbia Point Drive, Richland, WA. $175-$300, on the river, no continental breakfast, but very nice.
Hampton Inn by Hilton Richland/Tri-Cities at 486 Bradley Blvd, Richland, WA. $127-$250, on the river, complimentary breakfast.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Richland, 1060 George Washington Way, Richland, WA. $102-$200, on the river, complimentary breakfast included.
TEAM DINNER: We will aim to have a team dinner at Casa Mia, 6-8pm. It’s better to arrive late than not at all. If you cannot make it in time, come for dessert!
WHISPER RUNNERS: Arrive at least 75-minutes prior to the start of your race to get your race bib from Coach Dave, and relax until we begin our warmup, at approximately 50-minutes before the start of the race.
PARKING: Carmichael MS or Richland HS (across the street).
WHISPER RUNNERS: Once at the tent, put on your race bib (on the front of your singlet below the logo) and relax until we begin our warmup, which will begin approximately 45-minutes before the start of the race.
WHAT TO BRING: Water bottle, towel, and an extra change of clothes for after the race if you feel it is necessary.
Restrooms (port-a-potties) will be available at the venue.