Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports presents the inaugural Run the River Marathon & Ultramarathon Run &
Relay on November 15, 2008.  Both courses will follow the “Jewel of Sacramento," the Jedediah Smith Memorial
Trail/American River Parkway. The certified marathon course will begin at Negro Bar in Folsom and the ultra-
marathon will begin at Beals Point in Granite Bay, following the scenic bike trail to Discovery Park at the confluence
of the American and Sacramento Rivers.

This is the most ideal marathon or ultra-marathon course.  No traffic, no cars, beautiful scenery, wildlife, and a
relaxed and supportive environment! Both courses are on the American River Parkway – an area rich in diversity
and wildlife which follows along the American River, which is part of the National Wild and Scenic River System. Both
courses lose elevation, and the ultra-marathon (31.5 miles) has a net loss of approximately 450 feet in elevation
over the length of the route (see elevation chart). Both state and county parks provide excellent facilities along the
pathway including water and restrooms (In addition to facilities and aid we provide).

Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports provides scenic courses, well-stocked aid stations, clearly-marked trails
and GPS-measured courses. All participants will receive medals, custom shirts and racer bags, an award ceremony
with dinner and raffle giveaways will also follow the event. Solo awards will be given to the top three athletes in 16-
18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+. The relay includes three
divisions: all female, all male, and coed (must have at least one female). Team awards will be given to the top
athletes in each category. The overall top 3 male and female athletes will receive a complimentary single
event entry into their choice of races directed by Sierra-Cascade Adventure Racing Sports.

First Aid, Water Stations, Restrooms and Spectators

We will have loaded aid stations about every 3 miles (water, electrolyte replacement beverages, snacks). Bathrooms
are available at the start and finish and the state and county parks provide excellent facilities including a number of
water fountains and restrooms along the pathway. We suggest carrying a water bottle to supplement between
stations. We will have EMTs present along the trail. Spectators are welcome along the trail, which is easily
accessible at a number of locations.
Categories and Fees (No Entries after November 7, 2008)

Solo Marathon- $60 on or before 8/15; $70 to 9/30; $80 to 11/7
Solo Ultra-Marathon- $65 on or before 8/15; $75 to 9/30; $85 to 11/7
Team Marathon- 2 person $85 on or before 8/15; $95 to 9/30; $105 to 11/7
Team Ultra-Marathon- 2 person $90 on or before 8/15; $100 to 9/30; $110 to 11/7
Team Ultra-Marathon- 3 person $95 on or before 8/15; $105 to 9/30;$115 to 11/7

Course Details- Click here for an overview

Following registration, all runners will receive a registration packet with course details (Late Summer 2008).
If you have questions prior to registering, please feel free to contact us.

Aid Stations/Distance from Discovery Park (about every three miles)
Northgate: 2.5
Exposition Blvd: 5
Guy West Bridge: 8
Watt: 10  
Pond: 13  
Hagan Park 16  
Sunrise: 19.5
Nimbus Fish Hatchery: 22.5
Negro Bar: 26.5
Beal’s Point 31.5

Relay Exchange/Distance from Discovery Park (3 person ultra-marathon)

Watt Avenue- Mile Marker 10
Sunrise Park- Mile Marker 19.5

Relay Exchange/Distance from Discovery Park (2 person ultra-marathon)

Hagan Park- Mile Marker 16  

Relay Exchange/Distance from Discovery Park (2 person marathon)

William B. Pond Park- Mile Marker 13
Rules and Regulations

Run numbers must be visible during the entire run and when crossing the finish line. Please bring out everything you take on the run with you!
For the safety of all, we do not allow dogs, baby/child joggers, Ipods, MP3 players, etc.

Packet Pickup, Race-Day Registration/Check-In and Parking

Packet pick-up will be available at MetroSport in Folsom on Friday, November 14, 2008. Packet pick-up will also be available fromt 6:30 am to
7:30 am at Beals Point and/or Negro Bar of Folsom Lake SRA. Signs will be marked at the entrance leading you to the Start/Finish and
Parking area.

Drop Bags

If you will be leaving your vehicle at the start, bring a drop bag with you and a change of clothes and we will carry it to the finish for you, or be
sure to have one delivered by a friend or family member.

Registration, Race Swap, Refunds, Etc.

Registration is through www.active.com. Confirmed athletes may switch races distances. Email us at info@scarsports.com 48 hours in advance
with your name and the distance you wish to compete. We cannot switch athletes on the day of races. Unfortunately, we cannot offer race
refunds or transfer funds to other races events.  

Bus Transportation

We have arranged for a ride back to the start for car pick-up at Beals Point and/or Negro Bar. The price is $12 and reservations are required
by November 1, 2008. Please make check payable to: SCAR Sports. Mail to: SCAR Sports, PO Box 277744, Sacramento, CA 95827

Directions

Beals Point

I-80
From Hwy 80 you will take the Douglas Blvd. exit out of the city of Roseville. Go east on Douglas for about 6 miles make a right on Auburn-
Folsom Rd. go about 2 ½ miles until you come to a stop light- the sign will say Beals Point and you make a left.

Hwy 50
Take the Folsom Blvd. exit go north on Folsom for about 7 miles (the road will change names to Folsom-Auburn) you will come to a stop light,
the sign will say Beals Point and you make a right.

Negro Bar

From Highway 50, take the Folsom Blvd exit, turn left at the stoplight. Follow Folsom Blvd and go north. Cross the American River, and turn left
at the traffic light onto Greenback Lane. Turn left into the park entrance at Negro Bar.

Discovery Park

Discovery Park is located beside I-5 in downtown Sacramento. From I-5 take the Richards Blvd. off-ramp then go west to get to the South
entrance of the park, or follow the Garden Highway exit east from I-5 to find the North entrance. Signs denote the park’s location from I-5. The
County of Sacramento charges $5.00 for parking in the parking lots which supports county parks and the American River Trail. Click HERE for
map

Area Accommodations

Hotels in Folsom are available, visit the Folsom Chamber of Commerce. Camping is available at Folsom Lake SRA.
Race Day Schedule of Events

7:30 AM    Ulramarathon & Ultramarathon Relay Begins at Beals Point

7:30 AM    Marathon & Marathon Relay Begins for Walkers at Negro Bar

8:30 AM    Marathon & Marathon Relay Begins for Runners at Negro Bar

3:30 PM    Race Ends

4:30 PM    Dinner, Awards, and Festivities Begins
Folsom to Sacramento
November 15, 2008