Honeywagon Runs are Cancelled for 2020.
We are sure you are all aware of the ongoing Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that is occurring. We have been closely monitoring the development of this virus and any updates from the Whatcom County Health Department . As this health issue continues to evolve, the GBRC Board has been discussing the necessary steps we should take to keep our community healthy and safe.
We have been seeking guidance from the Whatcom Health Department in regards to our races and as of Tuesday March 10th, the current recommendations are to cancel or postpone any non-essential large public gatherings. They have this recommendation to extend through March 31st and potentially longer.
Unfortunately, we would rather be precaution than have our community members be at risk. At this time the GBRC Board has come to the decision that we will be CANCELLING this years Honeywagon Runs.
I am sure you all are as disappointed as we are that the event is CANCELED. We do not take this decision lightly. The work that our runners, volunteers, and organizers have done to prepare for this race is not underrated nor unnoticed. Each of our races cultivates a heartfelt community event because part of our mission at GBRC is to build community. However, we cannot do this properly if our community will be at risk by participating in our event.
THANK YOU so much for your interest in the Honeywagon Runs . We look forward to having you join us next year!
We urge you all to stay informed and please take care of yourselves during these uncertain times. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.
Thank you all,
Sabrina Houck and Larry Lober (loberlober@frontier.com)
GBRC President and Honeywagon Race Director
Half Marathon, 4 Mile Run and Kids 10 and under Fun Run
When: Saturday, March 28, 2020
Where: Nooksack Valley Middle School Everson, WA
Prize Money For First Place Finishers
- $100.00 First Place Half Marathon Female/Male
- $50.00 First Place 4 Mile Run Female/Male
Course Records (2019 Nooksack Valley Middle School Course)
- Half Marathon Female 2019 ……………………………… Courtney Olsen 1:19:15
- Half Marathon Male 2019 …………………………………. Dillion Quintana 1:10:59
- Four Mile Female 2019 ……………………………………. Alma McMurty 24:15
- Four Mile Male 2019 ………………………………………..… Roberto Aguilera Jr.20:45
Course Records (2018 Riverside Park Course)
- Half Marathon Female 2018 ……………………………… Hazel Clapp 1 : 28 : 23 . 9
- Half Marathon Male 2018 …………………………………. David Larpenteur 1 : 13 : 31 . 3
- Four Mile Female 2018 …………………………………….. Courtney Olson 23 : 53 . 1
- Four Mile Male 2017 ………………………………………..… David Larpenteur 21 : 17 . 1
The Runs are run on mostly flat low traffic scenic country roads. The Courses will not be closed to traffic.
4 Mile Run Course Description
Start in the Parking Lot of Nooksack Valley Middle School – Left on Main St. – Left on W. 2nd. St.- Right on W. Madison St. Left on W. 1st. St.- Right on W. Lincoln St. – Left on Nooksack Ave. – Left on Tom Rd. – Left on Van Buren – Left on Evergreen Wy. – Right on Suksan St. – Left on Main – Left into School Parking Lot to the Finish
Half Marathon Course Description
Start in the Parking Lot of Nooksack Valley Middle School- Left on Main St.- Left on W. 2nd. St.- Right on W. Madison – St.- Left on 1st. St.- Right on W. Lincoln St.- Left on Nooksack Ave. – Left on Tom Rd. – Right on Van Buren – Left on Hampton Rd. – Left on Trapline Rd.- Right on Stikney Island Rd. – Left on Timon Rd. heading West – U Turn at 7.6 mile point to head back East on Timon Rd.- Left on Trapline Rd. – Right on Hampton Rd. – Right on Van Buren – Left on Evergreen Wy. – Right on Suksan – Left on Main – Left into School Parking Lot to Finish.
Registration
2020 On-Line Registration Is Now Closed due to the Cancellation of this Event. Sorry!
Race-day Registration will begin at 7:30am at Nooksack Valley Middle School and closes 15 minutes before each respective event. Bib Number pick-up starts at 7:30am and continues up until the time of your event.
Start Times
Half Marathon (Early Starters): Start at 8:00am. Walkers please note the last aid station closes down at 11:30am. with the Finish Line closing down at Noon.
Half Marathoners Runners: Start at 9:00am
4 Mile Runners: Start at 10am
Kid’s Fun Run: Starting at 9:15am
RUNNERS are advised that all aid stations close down at 11:30am. and Finish Line timing will close at Noon.
Half Marathon (Walkers): Start at 8:00am. Walkers please note the last aid station closes down at 11:30am. with the Finish Line closing down at Noon.
Half Marathoners Runners: Start at 9:00am
4 Mile Runners: Start at 10am
Kid’s Fun Run: Starting at 9:15am
RUNNERS are advised that all aid stations close down at 11:30am. and Finish Line timing will close at Noon.
Entry Fees
GBRC Members All Events: $5.00 Pre-Race | $10 Day of Race
Non Members:
4 Mile Run: $25.00 Pre-Race | $35.00 Day of Race
Half Marathon Runners $30.00 Pre-race | $40.00 Day of Race
Half Marathon Walkers $25.00 Pre-race| $35.00 Day Of Race
Kid’s Fun Run (10 and Under): FREE
Hospitality
Plenty of post run hospitality for all Runners and Walkers. The Honeywagon Runs go Green again this year. All of our utensils, plates and cups are compostable. So please use the provided container to dispose of your waste.
Awards
Medals will be given to the 1st., 2nd. and 3rd. place finishers over all in the Half Marathon and the 4 Mile Run (male/female).
Age 50 Plus Fastest Time Award Male/Female in both the Half Marathon and 4 Mile Run. So be sure to check the results to see If you’re our 50 Plus Fastest Time Award Winner.
Placement Ribbons will be given to the top 4 finishers in each age group (male/female) in both the Half Marathon and the 4 Mile Run. Age Groups are 10 and under, 11-15 and then in 5 year increments thru age 90.
All awards can be picked up at the awards table following your event.
Massage
Mountain Meadow Massage will be offering complimentary massages before and after the runs. Come early and have them loosen you up before you run. Or after your run a light massage is always good to help recovery. This will be Mountain Meadows Massage fifth year at the Honeywagon Runs and we greatly appreciate their involvement.
Running Shoe Recycling Program
BBay Running and GBRC have joined together to start a program for runners to recycle their old running shoes. So bring all your old running shoes with you to the Honeywagon Runs and we will take them off your hands and keep them out of our landfills. For more info on this program go to shoe recycling & reuse at bbayrunning.com.
A Big Thank You to Our Supporters!
Member, Participant & Attendee Benefit
15% Discount Rate at Oxford Suites Bellingham for GBRC Members, Participants & Attendees of the Honeywagon Runs.
To access the discount through the Oxford Suites Bellingham website, your members can type “GBRC” in the Promo Code box.
It’s a quick and easy way to make a reservation!
Directions to Event
From I-5 South: Take Sunset Exit (#255),turn right and go 1 mile to the Hannegan Rd. (3rd. light). Turn left on Hannegan, go 6 miles to the East Pole Road, turn right on East Pole Rd., follow East Pole Rd. to Everson, cross over Nooksack River Bridge and take the first right onto Main St. follow this until you see Nooksack Valley Middle School on your left less then one mile East.
From I-5 North: Take Birch Bay-Lynden Road Exit(#270). Turn left and go East to Lynden. Turn right (south) onto Guide Meridian, go to East Pole Road and turn left, follow East Pole Road to Everson, cross over Nooksack River Bridge and take the first right onto Main St. follow this until you see Nooksack Middle School on your left less then one mile East.
Shirts
Long Sleeve Unisex Tech Shirts are available for both men and women or women can select a Tank Top version if they would like. Both versions of the shirts are $20.00 and should be preordered when you register. Deadline to order shirts is March 18th. 11:59pm.
Half Marathon Finisher Medals
Finishers Medals are available for purchase for $10.00 but also must be purchased during pre-registration. PLEASE NOTE: Deadline to order a Finishers Medal is March 23rd. 11:59pm.
Past Race Photos
For Info or to Volunteer Contact:
Larry Lober, Race Director
E-mail: loberlober@frontier.com, Phone: 360-398-1773