Events
Place
Friedman Park
Newburgh, IN US 47630
Description
WE ARE MAKING PREPARATIONS TO SEE YOU, AND ARE EXCITED TO DO SO! IN THE MEANTIME, STAY SAFE, AND GOOD LUCK WITH YOUR RUNNING!
RUTS Paradise, a 12hr/6hr/3hr timed event scheduled for Saturday, April 10, is proud to have American Senior Communities (ASC) as its presenting sponsor.
Another really cool thing about RUTS Paradise, are the race directors! None other than your very own... Cathy Downes, Kristy Denton, and Big Sexy Jen Metcalf!
Paradise, a suburb of Newburgh IN, and just a few miles from Evansville, IN, is home of Friedman Park. Run or walk as much as you like in a 12hours. If 12 hours is longer than you'd like, then choose the 6 hour, or 3 hour option.
RUTS Paradise ASC 3/6/12 hour options
8 AM start - Friedman Park, Paradise (Newburgh) IN
We're doing something a little different for RUTS in Paradise. All distances begin at 8 AM! Shall we call it Run Under The Sun?
Run, jog, walk, rest, stop and start as much as you'd like.
The objective is to see how far you can go; however, you can stop at any time if you've reached your goal or if you've had enough. The Paradise course will be a USATF sanctioned event. Surface is a 1km paved loop in beautiful Friedman Park.
REASONS FOR RUNNING RUTS: Perfect social running event with serious results. Unlike marathons, and non-loop events, you see your friends the entire time, giving you opportunities to run or walk with some runners you'd never get to run with. No steep hills, no trip hazards, no traffic.
This could possibly be the course you'll set a personal best for whatever distance you run. Knowing that your vehicle is close by, you have the confidence to keep going.
On Site Parking is available in the large parking lot. NOTE: Please do NOT park in the grass. It will not be necessary due to the close proximity of the parking lot to the course.
SET UP: We will be on-site by 6 am, so you can set up beginning any time after then. You can set up a tent, table, or chairs alongside the course. There is plenty of room. This is a good one to bring the family to. You can stop and see them as much as you like. Encourage them to run or walk a few laps with you. They love it, and so do we. We only ask that you carry your trash out with you if at all possible.
DOGS: We love dogs, however they are NOT allowed on the course as part of the race. IF you bring your dog, you will need to keep them on a leash, and out of the way of other runners, or guests.
Any questions, contact Steve at durb417@gmail.com
Schedule of Events Race Day
Saturday April 10 Friedman Park, 2700 Park Ave, Newburgh IN
6 AM - 7:45 AM -- Packet pick up, and runners begin to set up
7:50 AM -- Runners gather near the start area.
8:00 AM - START of the 12h, 6h, and 3h
11:00 AM - Finish of the 3hr. Awards immediately follow.
2:00 PM - Finish of the 6hr. Awards immediately follow
8:00 PM - Finish of the 12hr. Awards immediately follow
Please dispose of your trash, and clean up your messes.
Be safe going home!
Course Info
Friedman Park is the site of RUTS Paradise. It's a new, very nice park.
There are several loops, but the course we'll use is known as the Butterfly loop. When we walked it, our GPS found it to be about 1KM (.62 miles). It is NOT a USATF certified course, but will be very close.
The course is 100% paved, so we'll have no worries of standing water, or mud if it happens to rain. Route markers and cones will be used to define the course.
We will start in a counter-clockwise direction, and change directions every 3 hours.
Heated restrooms are available a couple of steps from the loop.
We are NOT allowed to drive or park in the grass, but it's not necessary here. The large parking areas are within mere feet of the course. You'll be able to set up your popup tents and chairs alongside the course. Please position them far enough from the actual course so as not to impede others when you use your station.We encourage you to decorate and make your site pretty. :)
American Senior Communities Proudly Serves Indiana and Kentucky
Taken from the American Senior Communities website:
With so many healthcare options these days, how do you know which is right for you or your loved one? From Independent Living to Rehabilitation to Memory Care, American Senior Communities provides a multitude of lifestyle and care options with integrated services and amenities. Each of our communities is woven into the fabric of the neighborhood or town in which it resides. With over 90 communities in Indiana and Kentucky, it’s more than a place to live or recover. It’s a place to call home. We look forward to serving you.
Kristy Denton, Cathy Downes, Jen Metcalf are your hosts
Durbin Race Management is working with local running stars, Cathy Downes, Jen "Big Sexy" Metcalf, and 24hr National Champion Kristy Denton. These ladies. all excellent runners, have run many ultras and know what it takes to put on a quality event. They have logged hundreds of training miles in beautiful Friedman Park, located in a an area of Newburgh IN referred to as Paradise. We've selected the nice 1km (.62 miles) course known as the Butterfly Course as the best site in the area for the event.
Race Contact Info
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Aid Station
Fortunately things appear to be much better with the pandemic, but we still need to use common sense with the handling of drink and food items. Please cooperate with the friendly volunteers as they work hard to keep everyone safe.
LARGE AID STATION NEXT TO THE COURSE. SWORD (www.drinksword.com) is the official hydration drink of R.U.T.S. We have a fully stocked station, as much as allowed considering we are still in a pandemic, containing the normal snacks, and cut fruit (based on availability), plus salty items such as peanut butter pretzels, and chips. PB&J sandwiches, grilled cheese.
Please bring containers to drink from. We are trying to severely limit the number of cups. You will set your container on the table, and a gloved volunteer will fill it, and set it back for you. You can leave your container at your course side station,
Amenities And Awards
AMENITIES and AWARDS:
Each runner will receive a shirt, cap, drawstring bag, and a custom medal.
Awards will be given as follows:
12 hour - Top 8 M/F
6 hour - Top 2 M/F
3 hour - Top 2 M/F
Local Lodging
TownePlace is brand new and is the closest hotel to the course.
9922 Pointe View Drive
Newburgh, IN 47630
Special RUTS Series buckle
RUTS Paradise is included with the other RUTS races, making it easier to earn the special buckle for running over 100 miles in the series.
We'll total your mileage for Paradise, Oak Ridge TN, Paducah KY, and Corydon IN, and award your buckle at the completion of whichever race you earn it.
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