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- IMPORTANT NOTE!
- Much of the information on this page and elsewhere
on this Web site is available in the Runner's
Manual, along with material that is not
available elsewhere. Visit the Downloads page to
retrieve a copy in PDF format.
- FACILITIES
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- This is a map showing the layout of Nardini Manor.
Some of the details have changed in the three years
since it was made, but it is essentially accurate. Note
the areas on the map are where runners may set up tents,
tables, etc. Tables will also be allowed in the parking
lot along the course, as long as they do not block
traffic. The heated tent is designated as a QUIET ZONE
during the event because runners will be sleeping there.
Conversation should be carried on outside, though given
that people will be going in and out at all hours
runners should not expect complete silence. Some areas,
probably different from what is shown, will be reserved
for event staff and volunteers only.
- The red areas on the map are where runners can set
up tents, tables, etc. Tables will also be allowed in
the parking lot next to the track, as long as they do
not block traffic.
- SETUP
- Runners will be allowed to set up their tents
and supplies on December 28th if they want, starting
any time after 1:00pm.
- NOTE: Runners who wish to do so may
camp overnight in the big tent on December 28th, the
night before the race. The gate will be closed at
10:00pm, when most people should be sleeping anyhow,
so don't plan on arriving late. Be aware that race
director Paul Bonnett and host Rodger Wrublik will be
busy with preparations and will be unavailable to
resolve personal questions.
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The big tent will NOT be heated
the night before the race! If you plan to stay
over, be sure to bring whatever you need to
keep warm.
- PARKING
- The parking entrance is located on the north side
of the property. It will be well marked for the event.
If you approach from the north, be aware that the view
of the facility is masked by trees until you are on top
of it, and so comes up quickly. Also, it is a
sharp left turn onto the dirt road. It's
possible to turn in on the wrong side of the
canal—you want to be on the SOUTH side of the
canal to enter. Be extra cautious when turning in there.
- Vehicles must drive across the track to
get into the parking area. Please be aware of runners on
the course! Depending on the day you arrive, some runners
will have been running for days and may not be very alert.
Plan to give yourself enough time to park and set up
your supplies. (Don't forget about your Medical History
form!)
- CHECKING IN
- Check-in will be held in the house. Please enter
through the front door, which has tall white columns and
lion statues next to the main porch. All runners must
check in at some time before their event. Each runner will
receive a race packet with any race goodies they've paid
for, and their timing chip.
- RULES
- The rules are covered on the Race Information page.
It is the responsibility of each runner to know the
rules. The rules are set up to provide a good experience
for all runners in the event. Runners caught cheating
will be asked to leave and will not be allowed at future
ATY events.
- TIMING
- Timing is done with the
AMB i.t. timing system. Each runner
is given a small transponder chip on a velcro ankle
strap,
and this chip is what activates the timing system when
the runner completes each lap. Runners going for state,
national or world records must wear a second chip and
ankle strap as a backup. It is the runners'
responsibility to have the chip on their ankle
at all times!!
Laps done without a chip are not counted by the
timing
system. There
are no exceptions! We will print out the total laps and
distance in kilometers and miles every hour and post it
near the aid station. A display near the track will
allow runners to check their own lap count and
distance at the completion of each lap. Runners will
change direction
every two hours. Event staff will be working in the timing
tent at all times. It is important that any questions
or concerns be directed to the race director, Paul
Bonnett or to the race host Rodger Wrublik. Runners should
not ask the timers about their lap counts--they are busy
maintaining the timing system and lap displays and sending
race information and webcam updates to the race
website.
- MEDICAL
- Please read the important information about ATY's
medical policy in the Runner's
Manual. You must fill out and
sign
a Medical History form before starting the race.
- There will one registered nurse available during
the event. Christopher O'Laughlin has volunteered his
time for the past several years. He will also be
running the race, so will be somewhere on the
premises, usually on the course doing laps, but Chris
will be available at any time to help any runner who
needs attention.
- AID STATION
- There will be an array of popular endurance
products available at the aid station. The normal feast
of food will also be available. The food at ATY is the
best!
- POST-RACE FESTIVITIES
- We are giving out the awards soon after the race
and are having a lunch to go along with it. The awards
ceremony and lunch will be held in the big tent. All
runners and guests are welcome to the post-race
festivities. There is no fee and we encourage all
runners to eat and drink as much as they like. The
awards lunch is January 1, starting no later than
10:00am, which will give people time to rest a few
minutes, pack gear, and freshen up a bit. If runners
finish their event earlier, they can get their
participants award and come back later for the awards
and lunch.
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