Welcome to the Run 4 The River Half Marathon
Saturday, September 4, 2021 – 7:30AM Start Time – Rotterdam to Schenectady, NY
Initially launched in 2020 as a low-key event that ran along the Mohawk and Hudson Rivers, for 2021, we’re kicking things up several notches to provide you with an awesome experience utilizing the new and fast Empire Train from Rotterdam to Schenectady, a post race party with live music and more!
Kick off your fall racing season with Nark Running Strategies, ARE Event Productions and Schenectady County!
Entry Fee
$60 through July 7
$70 July 8 to July 31
$80 Aug 1 to August 31
Course Information
Course Map
Water “Stops” (Refill Stations)
This event is not providing cups. You must carry your own cup/bottle/hydration pack, etc. There will be 4 water stops on the course where we will quickly top off your container if needed.
Water Locations
3.1M (5S at Pattersonville Bike Path parking), 5.75M (Iroquois St/Bike Path), 8M (Kiwanis Park), 11.1M (MH Bike Path lot).
General Logistics/Bus Transport
This is a downhill point-to-point race that starts at Mabee Farm and finishes at Schenectady County Community College. Parking is available at both the start and finish. You are encouraged to carpool/spot cars with a friend. We are also providing optional shuttle (bus) services to the start from the finish for $10 per person. This bus option will operate from 6:15AM until 7AM.
Gear Check
Gear check will be available at the start line. You will be provided a bag (big enough to fit a pair of shoes, change of clothes, and other small items) that will be brought to the finish line.
Packet Pick-up
You will be able to get your items on Thursday and Friday, September 2 and 3, at Nark Running Strategies (21A Railroad Ave, Albany, NY 12205–same address as ARE Event Productions). The exact times are TBD. Packet pick-up will also be available on race morning at the start line from 6:30AM to 7:15AM.
Elite Athletes
Complimentary entry is available to participants who have achieved any of the following time standards since 1/1/2019:
Female: 18:00 for 5K, 1:20:00 for 13.1M, 2:53:00 for 26.2M
Male: 15:30 for 5K, 1:11:00 for 13.1M, 2:35:00 for 26.2M
Awards
Overall
Top 3 M/F receive $300, $200, $100
Age Group
Top 3 M/F in 14-8, 15-19, 10 year groups to 70+
2021 Sponsorship Opportunities
Diamond $1000
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Complimentary Entries
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Gold $750
Announced at Event
Appear on Event Website
Social Media Announcement
Complimentary Entries
Printed on Sponsor Posters
Silver $500
Announced at Event
Appear on Event Website
