Lost Dutchman Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K, 8K Trail Run, 2M Fun Run/Walk
February 15, 2009 (7:00 AM) - Apache Junction, AZ
About the Lost Dutchman Marathon
8th Annual Lost Dutchman Marathon
2009 will be the 8th Annual Lost Dutchman Marathon. The marathon, associated races and activities are held every Presidents' day weekend in Apache Junction, Arizona.
Run at the base of Superstition Mountain near the rumored site of the legendary Lost Dutchman Mine, this event is a favorite of serious marathoners and casual runners alike. The marathon follows a USATF-certified course and can be used as a qualifier for the Boston Marathon.
The event features a pre-race campfire, and includes a 2K Fun Run, 8K Trail Run, 10K and Half Marathon in addition to the marathon itself.
This charity event is supported by a strong group of sponsors and volunteers.
Feedback from 2008:
“For anyone looking for beauty as well as a great, well-supported run, look no further than the Lost Dutchman.”
The Lost Dutchman Marathon, Inc.
The Lost Dutchman Marathon, Inc. is a public charity run by an all-volunteer board of directors and officers with proceeds directed to local youth organizations focused on the economically disadvantaged.
2008 Proceeds
Proceeds from the the 2008 event included five $3,000 secondary education scholarships awarded to local graduating seniors. $10,000 was donated to the City of Apache Junction Youth Scholarship Fund, and $1,000 went to the Boys and Girls Club of Apache Junction. In addition, for the first time, $4,000 was set aside to pay all extra-curricular participation fees, required by the Apache Junction Unified School District, for members of the Apache Junction High School Cross Country Team. Remaining funds will be used selectively for members of the Track and Field team.
From Inception
Since the Lost Dutchman Marathon’s inception in 2002 nearly $70,000 has been donated to various local youth organizations.
Your support, as a participant, a sponsor, a volunteer or as a contributor is appreciated and essential for continued success of the organization. As we celebrate our eighth years of success, we are excited about our ongoing sponsorship of children in need and staging a world class event.
For more info: www.lostdutchmanmarathon.org