Columbia River Classic

The 49th Annual Columbia River Classic

Presented by:  3 Rivers Road Runners

Sponsored by: FotoRuby, Atomic Ale, Eastern Oregon timing, SunWest Sportswear

Races:  We have a 2-mile fun run and a 10-mile competitive run on the docket for you.

Where:  The races will begin and end at the USS Triton Submarine Memorial off the intersection of 11th Avenue and George Washington Way.

When:  Saturday, November 16, 2024.  2-mile race starts at 9:30 am and the 10-miler at 10:00 am.

Packet Pick Up and Late Registration – Friday, November 15th from 4:00-7:00 Atomic Ale Brewpub & Eatery 1015 Lee Blvd, Richland, WA 99352

To sign up for this event go to Columbia River Classic Run (runsignup.com)

Day of Packet Pick Up & Late Registration – At the USS Triton Submarine Park 3240 Richardson Road starting at 8:30am (North on George Washington, East on 11th Avenue).

The 2 Mile Dash is free for children 15 years old and younger.  Let’s get the kids out there enjoying a healthy habit!

Fees:

Free – 2 Mile Dash for kids 15 years old and younger

$10.00 – 2 Mile Dash for runners 16 and older

$20.00 – 10 Mile Run

Shirts cost an additional $15.

3 Rivers Road Runner members can claim their $2 discount if they register by the pre-registration deadline of October 29, 2023 by 8:00 pm and carefully choose the correct option in the “Choose an Option” drop down box at the beginning of online registration.

A late fee of $5 applies (except 2-milers that are 15 & under) after the pre-registration deadline of October 29, 2024 at 8:00 pm.

Shirts:  Long Sleeve, tech style men’s sizes XS-XXXL (run small)): $15.00 (If registered by October 22nd)

On Line Registration Deadline: To be pre-registered for The Columbia River Classic and get the t-shirt, you must enter by October 22, 2024 at 8:00 pm. Registration fee increases $5.00 after that. On line registration ends on November 13th.

There will be aid stations for runners at the Snyder Street entrance to Leslie Groves Park and at the turnaround. Stations will have water and the turnaround will have energy gel.

Awards: For the 2 mile fun run, finishers will receive a keepsake as they cross the finish line.  For the 10 mile competitive run, special awards will be given to the top 3 men and women finishers in the 10 mile and awards will be bestowed upon the top 3 men and women in each of the following age groups:  15 & under, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, and 80- 89.

To sign up for this event go to Columbia River Classic Run (runsignup.com)

REGISTRATION TIP:  PLEASE PAY CAREFUL ATTENTION TO THE VARIOUS CHOICES IN THE “CHOOSE AN OPTION” DROP DOWN BOX AT THE START OF REGISTRATION.  THIS IS WHERE YOU WILL ORDER AND PAY FOR A SHIRT (OR NOT) AND CLAIM YOUR 3RRR DISCOUNT IF YOU ARE A MEMBER.  AND IF YOU ARE NOT A MEMBER…WHY NOT!!!  SEE THE MEMBERSHIP INFO ON THIS WEBSITE TO GET SIGNED UP IN THE 3 RIVERS ROAD RUNNERS CLUB.

A portion of the proceeds from the event will be given to Camp Patriot, a non-profit organization that takes disables Veterans on outdoor adventures.

Have fun & thank you!

Janet@camppatriot.org