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SEVENTH ANNUAL PACK IT OUT HALF MARATHON AND CANINE 5K RUN/WALK

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November 14th, 2009

Walnut Creek Park, VA

The Great Eastern Trail Run Series promotes trail running and trail conservation by introducing runners and walkers of all backgroundsto the beautiful Charlottesville Trails.  All of the GETRS races have a trail conservation theme.  Every trail race has a canine component, where participants can run or walk with their dog or with an SPCA dog.  The SPCA is on site with their puppies.  Proceeds from the Canine Run/Walk benefit the SPCA.

The condtions were perfect for a trail run.  Three days of heavy rain packed down the fallen leaves, making the trails not as technical.  The temperature was in the mid 50s, with sunny skies.  The course was changed this year (see new course map), making the course faster, easier to navigate and more spectator friendly, since the runners went by the start/finish for their second aid station.  The race was won by Andrew Schroeder of Charlottesville (1:33:11) and Diana Burk (1:42:46).  Stephen Schmitz was the Great eastern Trail Run Series WINNER!  The other finishers included Bob Clouston, Steven Craig, Jack Muhler and Paul Everett.  The Charlottesville Trail Running Club was out in full force, with Eric Moore (40-49 age group winner), Bob Clouston (best blood award), Kate McDowell and Delia Kulukundis.

In the Canine race, all the dogs and their owners had a wonderful time, and the SPCA dogs had a great day out in the woods.  A special proce was awarded to Blake Puhak and his dog Jocelyn for finishing ALL canine events this year!

Thank you to all our volunteers, sponsors and supporters:  Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports, Charlottesville Running Company, Vasque Trail Shoes andthe local SPCA!

SECOND ANNUAL LOW IMPACT 5K TRAIL RACE AND CANINE 5K RUN/WALK

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June 6th, 2009

Mint Springs Valley Park, Crozet, VA

The Great Eastern Trail Run Series promotes trail running and trail conservation by introducing runners and walkers of all backgroundsto the beautiful Charlottesville Trails.  All of the GETRS races have a trail conservation theme.  Every trail race has a canine component, where participants can run or walk with their dog or with an SPCA dog.  The SPCA is on site with their puppies.  Proceeds from the Canine Run/Walk benefit the SPCA.

The air temperature was mild for a sunny June day in Virginia, which made the trails the perfect place to run.  The Park is in great conditions, thank you to all the hard work of the Albemarle County Parks and Recreation Employees.  Mint Springs Park boasts some of the best views of the mountains in this area!

The Low Impact 5K trail race was won by local UVA runner James Erickson.  James has won numerous races in the area, and we'll be sad to see him go when he leaves for the Academy of Fine Arts this summer.

SEVENTH ANNUAL LEAVE NO TRACE 10K TRAIL RACE AND CANINE 5K RUN/WALK

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February 21st, 2009

Mint Springs Valley Park, Crozet, VA

The Great Eastern Trail Run Series promotes trail running and trail conservation by introducing runners and walkers of all backgroundsto the beautiful Charlottesville Trails.  All of the GETRS races have a trail conservation theme.  Every trail race has a canine component, where participants can run or walk with their dog or with an SPCA dog.  The SPCA is on site with their puppies.  Proceeds from the Canine Run/Walk benefit the SPCA.

The air temperature was cold, but the day was sunny and beautiful.

The Leave No Trace 10K trail race was won by local UVA runner James Erickson. Ehab Hoffman was second, and Andrew Schroeder was third.  The women's race was won by Elizabeth Hart from Alexandria, VA.

Thank you to all our volunteers, sponsors and supporters:  Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports, Charlottesville Running Company, Vasque Trail Shoes andthe local SPCA!

SEVENTH ANNUAL TREAD LIGHTLY 5K TRAIL RACE AND CANINE 5K RUN/WALK

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January 24th, 2009

Observatory Hill, Charlottesville, VA

The Great Eastern Trail Run Series promotes trail running and trail conservation by introducing runners and walkers of all backgroundsto the beautiful Charlottesville Trails.  All of the GETRS races have a trail conservation theme.  Every trail race has a canine component, where participants can run or walk with their dog or with an SPCA dog.  The SPCA is on site with their puppies.  Proceeds from the Canine Run/Walk benefit the SPCA.

The weather was perfect for a day in the woods, with temperature in the 40s and sunny skies.

The Tread Lightly 5K trail race was won by local runner and CRC Marathon and Half Marathon Coach, Taylor Roberts.  Taylor set a new course record in 20 minutes and 10 seconds.  Stephen Schmitz and Chris Harnish came in second and third.  The women's race was won by another local runner, Dawn Herrick.  Carolina Steyn and Kate Kayne-Joyce were second and third.

In the Canine event, Blake Puhak from Richmond lead and won the field with a time of 24:35.  He was accompanied by his super fast dog, Jocelyn.  Blake is a past winner of other canine events, and he and Jocelyn are the ones to beat!  The SPCA dogs also come in strong.  All the SPCA dogs appreciated the opportunity of spending a day in the woods, and some might even get adopted by participants!  All proceeds from the Canine event will benefit the local SPCA.
Thank you to all our sponsors and supporters:  Bad to the Bone Endurance Sports, Charlottesville Running Company, Vasque Trail Shoes and the local SPCA.