Great Appalachian Valley Race: Half Marathon, 10K and 5K July 19, 2025 in Shippensburg, PA 17257 We are happy to announce that this event is part of our new Half Marathon Series. More information is available by clicking on the link below: https://events.elitefeats.com/half For any event questions, please email events@elitefeats.com . Thank you! Run through the beautiful countryside in Pennsylvania! Run on a fast, flat trail through the lush, scenic countryside. Walkers and families are welcome. There will be food and drink post-race. 4 hour time limit for all events. EARLY START INFO Here is the information going forward for all races regarding early starts: - No early starts for 5K/10K - A single early start time 1 hour before the actual start time for Half (& Full if applicable) - No awards for any early starts Also, anyone doing the early start should be trying to run a 15min mile or slower for the half or full. If they end up doing faster than 2:15 for the half they may not get a
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for July 18.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Shippensburg, PA.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
