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Cleveland West Road Runners Club
Be sure to "Like" the Facebook page dedicated to the Spring in the Park Women's Race 
2.       Is this race for women only?
  • Yes
  • Please no men dressed as women or bandits
  • Men are encouraged to come listen to music and cheer on the runners

3.       Where is the race course?
  • South Mastick  picnic area in the Rocky River Reservation, Cleveland  Metroparks, the southeast corner of  Valley Parkway and Puritas Road
  • Both courses have a common start and are out and back races beginning on Valley Parkway at  the south driveway of the South Mastick picnic area  and irun on the road, heading south to the half-way mark just north of Cedar Point Road (10K), turning back north to finish in front of the South Mastick picnic area at the south driveway
  • This section of Valley Parkway was re-paved not long ago and is in excellent condition, with a minimal elevation change

4.       What are the Age Groups and Age Group awards?
  •   < 19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, >70
  •  Jewelry will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each age group
  •  Custom jewelry made specifically for the race will be awarded to the overall winner, the top master’s finisher (age >  40), and the first grand master’s finisher (age >  50)
  •  Awards ceremony after the race at the South Mastick Pavilion

5.       Will this race be chip timed?
  • True chip timing with start and finish mats
  • Additional timing communication will be available at select points along course

6.       Will there be water stops on the course?
  • Water and Gatorade will be available at approximately mile 2 and mile 4

7.       Will there be a bag drop area?
  • Yes, At the pavilion in South Mastick picnic area

8.       Where are the parking spaces and road closures?
  • Limited parking is available at South Mastick picnic area
  •  Mastick Golf Course on northeast corner of Puritas Road and Valley Parkway
  •  North of Puritas Road on Valley Parkway there is parking along the River on the east side and several picnic areas on the west side
  •  Big Met golf course approximately one mile further north on Valley Parkway
  •  Road closures:  closures at 8:30 am and Valley Parkway re-opens around 10:00 am
  1. Valley Parkway  at Puritas Road/Mastick Road to Cedar Point Road
  2. Valley Parkway at  Brookway Lane
  3.  Valley Parkway at Shepard Lane
  4.  Mastick Road and Cedar Point road will remain open

9.       Where and when is packet pick up and in-person registration?
  • 2nd Sole-Lakewood at 18636 Detroit Road, Lakewood
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 10.   What is the race day schedule of events
07:30 a.m.  Day of race packet pick-up and registration begins in picnic shelter
08:00 optional start for walkers in 10K (5K walkers start with 8:30am start)
08:30 a.m.  10K & 5K race start (common start)
10:00 a.m. (est'd)  Award ceremony [ as soon as practical once nearly all age group winners are determined.]​
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11.   Are walkers welcome to participate in the event?
  • Yes, participants of all abilities are welcome including walkers.  The early start is intended for participants who think they will require more than 1.5 hours to finish the 10k.
  • ​10K walkers have the option of starting early at 8:00AM.  Bib numbers of early-start walkers will be recorded to provided correct elapsed times.
  • Participants who are finishing at a later time may be asked to move onto the parallel, paved all purpose trail and will still finish at the same point as all other participants.  This is dependent on the precise time when the Metroparks require re-opening Valley Parkway to vehicles.

 
Packet Pick-up & In Person Registration
Second Sole at 18636 Detroit Road, Lakewood on
  • Thursday, April 30th 4:00 -8:00pm
  • Friday, May 1st 12:00pm-6:00 pm
  • Race morning, Saturday, May 2nd at South Mastick Picnic Area 07:15-08:15 a.m.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
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Ladies:
Join the Cleveland West Road Runners Club (CWRRC) for the 6th running of the Spring in the Park Women's 10K and a 5K race option giving you your choice in distance. This growing event celebrates the active female runner of all abilities and is a great way to kick off your Spring season.  The course is entirely in the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks on smooth and fast roads.  The start/finish and post-race festivities are at South Mastick Picnic Area near Fairview Park in the Metropark.  Common start time for both races of 8:30a.m. on Saturday, May 2nd.

​1st 300 registrants will receive terrific visor with paid entry. 

Walkers are welcome and walkers in the 10K have the option of an earlier start.
Aid stations and lots of cheering fans along the way. The races are chip timed and live streaming of results is available.   Following the races there will be food, music, awards, a raffle, and fun for all runners.  The Overall winner, first Master and first Grand Master receive custom necklaces and the top 3 in each age group will receive sweet bracelet awards.  Discount to CWRRC members.

If you are interested or planning to walk the course, 10K walkers will be able to start at 8:00 AM allowing more time to finish and enjoy the post-race activities. 5K walkers can start at 8:30 AM with main race start. Announcements will be made prior to the 8:00 AM walk start. We will need to record your bib number PRIOR to your start, so make yourself known to a race official.


Registration Pricing:
10K
  • Now thru Mar. 22                         Early bird fee of $30
  • Mar. 23 - Apr. 26:                                $35
  • Apr. 27 - May 1:                                   $40
  • May 2nd (race day)                            $45
    Girls age 14 & under free without visor
5K​​
  • Now thru Mar. 22                         Early bird fee of $20
  • Mar. 23 - Apr. 26:                                $25
  • Apr. 27 - May 1:                                   $30
  • May 2nd (race day)                            $35
    Girls age 14 & under free without visor
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Ladies:
Join the Cleveland West Road Runners Club (CWRRC) for the 5th running of the Spring in the Park Women's 10K and a 5K race option giving you your choice in distance. This growing event celebrates the active female runner of all abilities and is a great way to kick off your Spring season.  The course is entirely in the beautiful Cleveland Metroparks on smooth and fast roads.  The start/finish and post-race festivities are at South Mastick Picnic Area near Fairview Park in the Metropark.  Common start time for both races of 8:30a.m. on Saturday, April 6th.

​1st 300 registrants will receive terrific knit hat with paid entry. 

Walkers are welcome and have the option of an earlier start.
Aid stations and lots of cheering fans along the way. The races are chip timed and live streaming of results is available.   Following the races there will be food, music, awards, a raffle, and fun for all runners.  The Overall winner, first Master and first Grand Master receive custom necklaces and the top 3 in each age group will receive sweet bracelet awards.  Discount to CWRRC members.

If you are interested or planning to walk the course, you will be able to start at 8:00 AM allowing more time to finish and enjoy the post-race activities. Announcements will be made prior to the 8:00 AM walk start. We will need to record your bib number PRIOR to your start, so make yourself known to a race official.


Online Registration
Packet Pick-up & In Person Registration
Second Sole at 18636 Detroit Road, Lakewood on
  • Thursday, April 4th 4:00 -8:00pm
  • Friday, April 5th 12:00pm-7:00 pm
  • Race morning, Saturday, April 6th at South Mastick Picnic Area 07:15-08:15 a.m.
Registration Pricing:
10K
  • Apr. 1 – Apr. 5:                                $40
  • Apr. 6th (race day)                        $45
    Girls age 14 & under free without swag
5K​​
  • Apr. 1 – Apr. 5:                                 $30
  • Apr. 6th (race day)                         $35
    Girls age 14 & under free without swag


Support our sponsors and partners

Join this race
for a fabulous, easy 6.2 miles with just women runners in our gorgeous Metroparks.  New in 2018 will be a 5K option.
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[Info for 2017]: Is your New Year's resolution to get fit? Then  plan to show off those buff legs on April 9th at the 3rd annual CWRRC Spring in the Park 10K.  Starting 8:30a.m. in the Cleveland Metroparks near the Mastick Pavillion, the race is flat and fast.  The first 300 registrants will receive special "swag" and overall winners in 3 age categories and the age group winners will win jewelry.  Grab a girlfriend, sister, mother, daughter, any girl you know and start training. Register now at discounted prices! Chip timed!

If you are interested or planning to walk the course, you will be able to start at 8:10 AM allowing more time to finish and enjoy the post-race activities. Announcements will be made prior to the 8:10 AM walk start. We will need to record your bib number PRIOR to your start, so make yourself known to a race official.

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"Hoo-rag" bandana for first 300 registrants
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Where and when is packet pick up and in-person registration?

2nd Sole-Lakewood at 18636 Detroit Road, Rocky River
  • Friday, April 7 from 12:00 pm to 7:30 pm
                          Happy hour from 5:30 pm to 7:30pm
  • Saturday, April 8 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
  • Sunday, April 9 starting at 7:30 am at the Mastick Woods Pavilion
Looking for a training plan for the 10K?  Download the file below for a suggested set of workouts to get you ready. 
10k_training_calendar_v1.pdf
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Preregistration & Packet Pick-Up:
Second Sole, 19341 Detroit Ave. Rocky River, OH 44116
Friday, April 1 from 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm
  • Happy hour from 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Saturday, April 2 from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm
Sunday, April 3 starting at 7:30 am
at the Mastick Woods Pavilion

To sign up for livestreamed results and athlete updates

Online Registration is now closed.

In person registration will be at Second Sole(19341 Detroit Rd, Rocky River)
Friday 4/1 12-8(Happy hour 5:30-8:00) $40
Saturday 4/2 10-6 $40
You can also sign up for the race on race day beginning at 7:30 am at the  Mastick Woods Pavilion $45
Fees:
Early bird fee of $25 through January 15th
$30 from January 16th through February 14th
$35 from February 15th to March 17th
$40 after March 17th and $45 day of race
Girls age 14 & under free without swag
CWRRC members receive registration discount

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Don’t forget Happy Hour Registration and Packet-Pickup on April 1st 2015 at our sponsor Second Sole of Rocky River 19341 Detroit Road. Starting at 5:30 pm, Bill will keep his store open until 8:00 pm with 15% discount on shoes and apparel to registered runners. Have a glass of wine and light snack while talking with area runners Liz Ferro and Kathy Dugan, as well as reviewing the benefits of yoga with Gina O’Shea. It was an awesome time last year. Hope to see you there!
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