The Course
Both the 5 and 10 mile routes are loop courses on the challenging and scenic trails that traverse Sun Mountain and adjacent National Forest land. The views are nothing short of fantastic and, as those who have hiked, biked, run or skied these trails can attest, there is no shortage of vertical. The trails and cross-country surfaces are rough, but exciting. Parts of the route could also be on hard, gravel surfaced forest roads.
Cost Early registration – through Thursday, July 3rd
5-Mile race: $20.00 adult/$10.00 youth; includes tee shirt, refreshments, awards and random prizes.
10-mile race: $25.00 adult/$15.00 youth; includes tee shirt, refreshments, awards and random prizes.
Late registration – from Friday, July 4th through day of race
Prices increase by $10; includes refreshments, awards and random prizes. Tees available on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Refund Policy
No refunds after Thursday, July 3rd.
Registration Online registration is now closed. You can register in person at the times and places listed immediately below.
Packet Pick-up and Late Registration
5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Friday, July 11th at MVSTA, 209 Castle Ave in Winthrop.
6:30 - 7:45 a.m. at the Chickadee Trailhead, Sun Mountain.
Participants
10 Mile Aid Stations
There will be two aid stations along the course with energy gel, water and Gatorade.
Awards and Divisions
The awards ceremony and random prize drawing will begin approximately 10:30 a.m. at the Chickadee Day Lodge. Awards created by local potter Jim Neupert will be presented to the overall male and female winners plus the top three finishers in each age division: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69 and 70+.
Directions MVSTA:
At four-way stop in Winthrop, head north (up hill) on Bridge St and take a right on Castle Ave. MVSTA is first house on right; parking available in adjacent lot.
Chickadee Trailhead and Race Start:
From Winthrop, head south-east on Riverside Avenue/Hwy 20 and over Methow River bridge. At Y, veer right to White Ave, which turns to Twin Lakes Rd at the town boundary. Follow Twin Lakes Rd to Patterson Lake Rd and take a >right. Follow Patterson Lake Rd approximately 5 miles to Chickadee Trailhead. Take a left and follow signs to parking area and trailhead.
Results
Results will be posted on MVSTA’s results webpage the evening of the race.
Methow Valley Trail Run Series
The Rattler Half Marathon is part of the Methow Valley Trail Run Series. Run 4 of the 5 events to qualify for series awards and tee. The events include:
Rattler Half Marathon – April 19, 2008
Sunflower Iron Event – May 3, 3008
Mazama 10K – May 24, 2008
Run the Sun 10 Mile – July 12, 2008
Cutthroat Classic 11.1 Mile Mountain Run – August 23, 2008
