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Big BAZ the RD wants all runners to have a magic experience in the mountains away from the hot streets. Bring the whole family, always lots to do and see in the area and don't forget Yosemite National Park. BAZ looks forward to seeing you all, especially the first timers. The STRS is already 2 years old and the sport is growing fast, don’t miss out this year. Each trail/old-truck road course will be well marked with green and white striped ribbon and white arrows. Weather is always magic in June /July, but come prepared for all seasons. Please leave pets at home. Where necessary aid stations will supply water, but make sure you carry a supply. Bib numbers must be worn on front and must be seen at finish line.
Fresh local fruit and goodies will be supplied for runners at the finish line, bring a chair and enjoy the Awards and Raffle after the race. You could get lucky and win something special from Big Baz! Entry fee includes one series T-Shirt, finish all 3 races you receive a special end of series sweat shirt.
BAZ will also supply trail maps to those wanting to check out the courses, maybe visit the Oakhurst area for training runs. Check with Sierra Running Co. for the latest updates including directions to races. Sierra Running Co in Fresno will be our major sponsor as they have been for 2 years. Results and post-race story will be on-line after each race. Call Big BAZ in Oakhurst anytime 559-683-7420 for more info.
Other races is the series:
>> Bass Lake Vista 14K
>> Fish Camp 16K
>> Shadow of the Giants 18K (this race)
Event Start Location
The start is at the Shadow of the Giants loop at 8:00 AM following the trail briefing.
Course Description
Start at the Shadow of the Giants loop. Head north on 6S90, making sure you turn right and head towards Jackson Road. Turn right where the 50K run goes and up and over thru the Graveyard of the Giants back down in Nelder Grove and back to finish line at Shadow of the Giants.
Awards
First 3 male and female overall and age groups depending on number of entries.
Weather
The weather is usually clear blue sky and temperatures around 60 to 70 degrees. Always magic for running, but come prepared for all possible conditions because the races will go on regardless.
Directions
Directions to Start: From Oakhurst, drive 4.1 miles north on Highway 41 and turn R on to Road 632, signed as Sky Ranch Road. This road becomes 6S10. Turn L at the sign for Shadow of the Giants and Nelder Grove Campground, then turn L again at the next junction and drive 0.5 miles to reach the trailhead. It's 11.5 miles from Oakhurst.
Parking
Parking is plentiful in the mountains, come early if entering on race day, don't miss the trail briefing.
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