For those runners out there, the 2010
Arkansas Grand Prix calendar has been released, and from the looks of it the lineup showcases a range of road and cross-country races from across the
state. The Grand Prix is a year-long series of 20 races put on by the Arkansas
chapter of the Road Runners Club of America. As many runners know, running is a great way to get a feel
for a city. Actually, many cities in the nation have latched onto the concept
and guided running tours are offered in spots such as New York City, Washington
DC, Chicago, Austin, and Charleston.
If exploring Arkansas via foot is on your list, here are a list of road
races you can tackle along the way and throughout the year:
One Hour Track Run in
Russellville Jan. 24
River Trail 15K in North Little Rock on Feb. 6th
Valentine’s Day 5K in
Russellville on Feb. 13th
Run the Line Half Marathon
in Texarkana on Feb. 21st
Chase Race 2M in Conway on
March 13th
Capital City Classic 10K in
Little Rock on April 3rd
Hogeye Marathon in
Fayetteville on April 11th
Spring Fling 5K in Cabot on
April 24th
Toad Suck 10K in Conway on
May 1st
Rock Run 8K in Little Rock
on May 29th
Brickfest 5K in Malvern on
June 26th
Dam Night Run 5K at Lake
DeGray on July 31st
White River 4M Classic in
Batesville on August 7th
Watermelon 5K in Hope on
August 14th
Riverfront (Clear Mountain)
5K in North Little Rock on Sept 4th
Sara Low 5K in Batesville
on Sept 11th
Arkansas 20K in Benton on
Sept 18th
Chile Pepper 10K XC in
Fayetteville on October 16th
in Conway on October 23rd
Come link up with Arkansas Bloggers. The link for that is on my blog. Until I actually figure out the best way to organize everyone, I will have everyone link up with Mister Linky. Happy New Year!
This is an outstanding event. For those coming from Fla or Ms and can’t drive the whole way stop at the Sleep Inn & Suites in Morgan City LA off Hwy 90. I’ll give you the runners rate.