LA SPORTIVA CAMP HALE HALF MARATHON, 5K & 10K
SUNDAY, JULY 24 | 8 A.M. | CAMP HALE, COLORADO

RACE DETAILS
New for 2016, the La Sportiva Half Marathon will be held at Camp Hale on Highway 24 south of Red Cliff, Colorado. The half marathon will begin at 8 a.m., and race day will also include a 5K and 10K starting at 8:30 a.m. on Sunday, July 24. Bring the entire family and enjoy a great day of trail running, unique views of some of Colorado's tallest peaks and the best swag from national brands.

COURSE DESCRIPTION
Garmin Half Marathon Course Map | 5K & 10K Course Map
The half marathon course will utilize well-maintained dirt roads, the Continental Divide Trail, and the Colorado Trail surrounding beautiful and historic Camp Hale. This will be a rare opportunity to compete on the same terrain that the troops of the 10th Mountain Division used for training prior to World War II. The nearly 13-mile course is situated at 9,200 feet above sea level and will have minimal elevation gains reaching peak heights of 9,500 feet.

The 10K and 5K races will begin 30 minutes after the half marathon start. The course will be out and back, utilizing the gravel roads in the camp area. There will be aid stations for runners of both the 5K and 10K races.

DIRECTIONS
The race start and registration area is located at the intersection of Resolution Mountain Rd. and Resolution Creek Rd., directly east of the Nova Guides Lodge. From I-70, take the Minturn exit and travel south on US 24 for 16 miles.The north entrance to Camp Hale is open, turn left from Highway 24 then take the first right and drive about a mile to the race trailer. Access the race is also available via the main Camp Hale entrance at Camp Hale Spur 1B just south of the Nova Guides' Lodge. Please do not park at Nova Guides or drive through their parking lot to access the race.

REGISTRATION/BIB PICKUP
VRD Online Registration | Active.com | Registration Form
Costs: $38 week-of registration, $45 day-of registration, $215 series registration.  

Saturday Registration and Bib Pickup:
Register or pick up preregistration information/bibs from 3-6 p.m. at the Haute Route store in Avon. Haute Route is offering a 25% discount on all La Sportiva apparel and shoes during bib pickup.

Day-of Registration & Preregistered Bib Pickup:
6:30-8 a.m. at start.

PARKING
Parking will be available within Camp Hale. Please do not park on the private property of Nova Guides. We will have staff directing traffic to proper parking.
PRIZES & SWAG

PRIZES & AWARDS
Awards will be presented to the top three men and top three women in each age category for the half marathon, and top three in amateur, open and masters for the 5K and 10K.

TECH T-SHIRTS & SWAG BAGS
All running participants will receive a Greenlayer Tech-T, featuring unique designs at every race. Don't forget to pick up your swag bag including refuel goodies and great deals.

RACERS' REFUEL
Northside Kitchen

Participants can grab complimentary treats and breakfast goodies from Northside Coffee and Kitchen as well as some Noosa yogurt.



SERIES SWAG

The La Sportiva Vail Recreation District Trail Running Series is proudly sponsored by Garmin. At the end of the season (Evergold Trail Race), the VRD will be raffling off a Fenix 3 HR Garmin watch! Participants will be entered for each race they run and must be present during the drawing to win!
SPONSOR SHOUTOUT

Joining 2016 series title sponsor La Sportiva and presenting sponsor Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield are individual race sponsors TIGA Advertising, The Dusty Boot, Vail Valley Charitable Fund, Haute Route Gear & Apparel, Howard Head Sports Medicine, Summit Ford and Vail's Mountain Haus. Partners also include SmartWool, Garmin, Vail Resorts, Beaver Creek Resort Company, The Steadman Clinic, Steadman Philippon Research Institute, Central Rockies Mortgage, Northside Coffee and Kitchen, Noosa Yogurt, Vail Mountain Coffee and Tea, AmericInn, Gatorade, Honey Stinger, KZYR 97.7, Optic Nerve, First Bank, Mountainsmith and Camelbak.

Runners Need Coverage Too
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield is dedicated to bringing more affordable health care to you. Our new Mountain Enhanced plans offer local solutions through partnerships with select area doctors and hospitals, so you can enjoy quality, low-cost care in the same place you work and play. Contact your broker for more information.
 
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VVMC QUICK TIPS  

The Guide to Everything Coconut 
Madeleine Quinn RDN and Katie Mazzia MS, RDN, CDE
Vail Valley Medical Center
 
Coconut "Meat":
The edible part inside this fruit is rich in potassium, B vitamins, minerals, fiber, phyto-nutrients and saturated fat.  The fat in coconut can have beneficial health properties, such as increasing good cholesterol (HDL), although also raises bad cholesterol (LDL). 

Coconut Water:
Less sugary than sports drinks and more potassium than four bananas! Great to rehydrate after light workouts, except does not contain enough sodium for sweaty or long workouts. 
Too much coconut water over time can be potentially dangerous and possibly lead to potassium toxicity.

Coconut Oil:
This trendy tropical oil has a lot of health claims attached to it. Coconut oil (solid at room temp) has more saturated fat than butter! According to recent literature, coconut oil has not been proven to be heart healthy so include healthier fats in your diet, such as olive oil for light sauté and salads or canola for high heat.

Coconut Product 
Nutrition Information
Uses
Info
Coconut Oil
100 calories-1T, 15gm fat
Popping popcorn, sub for butter in baking, use as skin/hair moisturizer.
*consume in moderation
Coconut Water
50 calories-1 c., 8 oz., 0 fat
Rehydrate or low calorie beverage alternative
*choose plain flavor
*don't overconsume
Coconut "Milk"
80 calories, 1 c., 8 oz., 5gm fat
Non-dairy alternative for dairy milk products
*no protein, high saturated fat
*not appropriate for infants
*unknown benefit to children.
Coconut Raw Butter
200 calories, 1oz, 20gm fat, *5gm fiber
Use as a treat!
*convenient packet or jar.
Coconut Flour
120 calories, ¼ cup, 10gm fat, 10gm fiber
Sub ¼ c. for 1 cup wheat flour in a recipe + 2 eggs and ¼ c. liquid of choice.
*gluten free if used alone
*high fiber
*whole grain
Coconut Sugar
15 calories, 1tsp, 0 fat
Sub 1:1 for real sugar
*delicious burnt marshmallow taste, $$
     
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