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Join us for the 6th Annual True to the Brew 10k Hike & Run! We are excited to announce we will have two ways to be a part of the race. You can register to be a part of our live race on Saturday, March 25, 2023 or you can be a part of our VIRTUAL race and complete your 10k distance "Virtually Anywhere" from March 1 -25th, 2023. We want to make sure everyone has a choice and hope the virtual option will encourage runners and hikers across the country to be a part of this great event. When you register for the race, you will be given the choice of being at our live event or doing the race virtually.
FOR THE LIVE EVENT
We can't wait to see YOU on our Peak to Prosperity Passage of the beautiful Palmetto Trail. As you know, this event SELLS OUT every year! Get registered early. We will cap the race this year at 300 runners to keep everyone safe on the trail.
We can't wait to see you at our Finish Line Celebration with live music provided by The Biggest Wave and great food and a free beer from our friends at Craft & Draft. It's our way of thank you for your support of the Palmetto Trail!
VIRTUAL RACE OPTION
Runners and Hikers can complete their 10k distance "virtually anywhere" from March 1 - March 25, 2022. Registration for the Virtual Event will close on Friday, March 4th! All participants in our virtual event will receive an awesome long sleeve hoodie race shirt and custom Palmetto Trail award! These will be mailed to you after the event ends.
You will have the option to report your results through our results tab on our registration site. We are not able to switch participants from our live race to our virtual race after 3/12/22 due to shipping deadlines.
SHIRT DEADLINE! - You must be registered by February 16, 2023 to be guaranteed a shirt! We will order extra shirts! But there are NO GUARANTEES of a race shirt after the February 16 deadline.
*****Shirts are not guaranteed if you do not pick up before the event. We are unable to hold shirts or ship them after the race. We appreciate your understanding!
RACE DAY DETAILS! The True to the Brew 10K Trail Run/Hike will start in Pomaria at the entrance to the Palmetto Trail behind Wilson's Grocery on 5941 US-176 and end at the impressive Broad River trestle. The race will start at 8:30am!
RACE DAY & SHUTTLE PARKING INFORMATION Race Day Parking will be available at the Pomaria Baseball Fields on Folk Street. There will be no parking around Wilson's Grocery Store. Follow the directional signs to the parking area! The buses will begin running as our first finishers clear the finish line. Please do not hesitate in contacting Mary Roe at mroe@palmettoconservation.org with any questions.
DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE
Pomaria Trailhead: From Columbia, I-26, exit 97. Please use Google Maps to Wilson’s Grocery in Pomaria SC. Turn right on Angella Street beside Wilson’s Grocery; parking is behind the store at the baseball fields. Volunteers will be available to direct you to parking that morning.
Event is RAIN or SHINE! Dogs are welcome -- on leashes! No STROLLERS! This event is non refundable. No Race Deferrals after 2/15/23.
Proceeds benefit The Palmetto Conservation Foundation. Their mission is to foster an appreciation for South Carolina’s natural and cultural resources, providing opportunities for active recreation on the Palmetto Trail and other trail systems that can be enjoyed by all in South Carolina, regardless of gender, race, creed, age, or ability. For more information go to: http://palmettoconservation.org/passage/peak-to-prosperity-passage/
Race Contact Info
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Course Map
THE BEST FINISH LINE AROUND! Our race showcases The Peak to Prosperity Passage of the Palmetto Trail. This beautiful trail is located on an old railroad trail. It is non technical, wide, mostly flat and is great for runners and hikers of all levels. We have several water/aide stations along the route. Finish on the Broad River Trestle! We will meet you at the finish line with live music, great food and a free beer!
Packet Pick Up and Race Day Information
Drive Thru Packet Pick Up and Race Day Information
Packet Pick Up will be at the Palmetto Conservation Foundation f
from 3pm - 6 pm on Friday, March 24.
Cars will come into King Street from Devine Street and pull slowly up to the curb in front of our building. There will be a volunteer who meets you at your car and gets you your race packet. Be sure you are out of the line of traffic on King Street. Please do not park your car and walk up to packet pick up. We are unable to switch out shirt sizes at packet pick up. Please check back with Palmetto Conservation Foundation after the race to see if they have extra shirts for exchanges.The address is: 722 King Street Columbia, SC 29205 (803) 771-0870
Race Day Packet Pick Up
We will open race day packet pick up at 7:30am at our race start line on March 25!
The race starts at 8:30am.
DIRECTIONS TO THE RACE Pomaria Trailhead: From Columbia, I-26, exit 85, take SC 202 east to US 176, turn left and drive into Pomaria, turn right on Angella Street beside Wilson’s grocery; parking is behind the store at the baseball fields. Volunteers will be available to direct you to parking that morning.
Parking and Shuttle Information
PARKING AND SHUTTLE INFORMATION
Race Day Parking will be available at the Pomaria Baseball Fields on Folk Street. There will be no parking at the start line or around Wilson's Grocery Store. Follow the directional signs to the parking area! We encourage you to drop off runners at the start line and then go park the car and take the shuttle back to the start line. That will help us to not overload our shuttles on race day! We will provide shuttles for participants and spectators from the parking area to the start line starting at 7 am. The last shuttle will leave at 8:15am. The race starts with our first corral at 8:30 am. Arrive Early! Arr We will also provide shuttle service from the finish line back to the parking lot after the race. Shuttles will run every 15 minutes. .
Please do not hesitate in contacting Mary Roe at mroe@palmettoconservation.org with any questions.
Virtual Running Safety Tips
Running Safety Tips
We ask all runners to please be aware of your surroundings and use crosswalks when crossing roads and look both ways. Obey normal traffic laws. Plan for your run. Bring ID in case of an emergency. If listening to music only use one earbud and leave your other ear open to listen for potential hazards. Lastly and most importantly, use common sense and listen to your body — don’t overdo it.
AWARDS
Awards will be given for the following categories at the live race:
Overall Male Winner - Overall Second Place Male - Overall Third Place Male
Overall Female Winner - Overall Second Place Female - Overall Third Place Female
Overall Masters Male Winner - Overall Masters Second Place Male - Overall Masters Third Place Male
Overall Masters Female Winner - Overall Masters Second Place Female - Overall Masters Third Place Female
For the Virtual Event:
All participants will receive a special prize for participating in the race!
Awards will be given in the following categories for the Virtual Event!
Overall Male Winner - Overall Second Place Male - Overall Third Place Male
Overall Female Winner - Overall Second Place Female - Overall Third Place Female
Overall Masters Male Winner - Overall Masters Second Place Male - Overall Masters Third Place Male
Overall Masters Female Winner - Overall Masters Second Place Female - Overall Masters Third Place Female
Finish Line Celebration!
True to the Brew 10k has the best finish line celebration around! Join us after the race for great food, a free beer from Craft & Draft and live music from The Biggest Wave. It's our way of thanking you for supporting the Palmetto Trail! Don't miss the fun!
Become an “honorary owner” of a share in the Palmetto Trail, or gift a share to family and friends! One share is 1/100th of a mile of the Trail. Owners receive a printed certificate recognizing ownership and listing the GPS coordinates of their share. 1 share = $25.
Trail Shares can be along any Passage of your choice. If multiple shares are purchased, the recipient can choose to have the shares along (1) passage or divide the shares to be along multiple passages.
Click the picture below to Buy Your Share of the Palmetto Trail!
Sponsors
Sponsorship Opportunities
TRUE TO THE BREW TRAIL RUN & HIKE SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Palmetto Conservation Foundation (PCF) is pleased to announce the True to the Brew Trail Run & Hike. The annual run & hike will offer trail runners and hikers the opportunity for a competitive experience through one of the Palmetto Trail’s most beautiful passages. People have been running and hiking trails as long as there have been trails. The benefits of trail running span from the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. Trail running and hiking is booming worldwide!
As a sponsor, this is a great chance for marketing opportunities and a way to show that you are a dedicated corporate citizen interested in promoting land conservation, active living, health and wellness on a statewide level. It is with corporate support that we can deliver one-of-a kind outdoor recreation experience for people of all ages and demographics that will generate even more interest in the Palmetto Trail and South Carolina’s stunning beauty. We look forward to your partnership in this special trail adventure.
Palmetto Trail Runner & Hiker ($5,000)
4 Free Runner/Hiker Registrations
Opportunity to set up table at the event
Speaking opportunity at the event
Online links to company website
Logo on all printed materials
Logo and acknowledgement in PCF statewide monthly newsletter
Mention in all press releases
Acknowledgement on social media
4 True to the Brew Trail Run t-shirts
Logo on event t-shirts
Off Road Trail Runner & Hiker ($2,500)
2 Free Runner/Hiker Registrations
Opportunity to set up table at the event
Online links to company website
Logo on all printed materials
Logo and acknowledgement in PCF statewide monthly newsletter
Mention in all press releases
Acknowledgement on social media
2 True to the Brew Trail Run t-shirts
Logo on event t-shirts
Backpacker Trail Runner & Hiker ($1,000)
1 Free Runner/Hiker Registration
Online links to company website
Logo on all printed materials
Logo and acknowledgement in PCF statewide monthly newsletter
Mention in all press releases
Acknowledgement on social media
1 True to the Brew Trail Run t-shirts
Logo on event t-shirts
Blaze Trail Runner & Hiker ($500)
Logo on all printed materials
Logo and acknowledgement in PCF statewide monthly newsletter
Mention in all press releases
Acknowledgement on social media
Logo on event t-shirts
Trek Trail Runner & Hiker ($250)
Logo on all printed materials
Logo and acknowledgement in PCF statewide monthly newsletter
Acknowledgement on social media
Logo on event t-shirts
About Palmetto Conservation
The mission of the Palmetto Conservation Foundation (PCF) is to conserve South Carolina's natural and cultural resources, preserve historic landmarks, and promote outdoor recreation through trails and greenways. Founded in 1989, PCF is a statewide nonprofit organization with headquarters in Columbia PCF’s largest and best-known project is building and maintaining the Palmetto Trail.
For more information: www.palmettoconservation.org and Facebook/palmettoconservation
About RJ Rockers
Palmetto Conservation Foundation and RJ Rockers Brewing Company have combined their respective passions and have brought to market the quality handcrafted Palmetto Trail Ale that will help support the Palmetto Trail.
"Our slogan is HANDCRAFTED. EVERY BEER. EVERY DROP. EVERY TIME. And we aren't kidding either. Mark makes every batch with his own hands in our facility. He knows exactly what goes into the beer, and it is quality ingredients. He cares about what he makes."
“We understand not everyone drinks beer, but we appreciate those that know good beer. We are not a big beer company, and we don't merit ourselves mainly on huge promotions and large public events (although we are involved). We merit ourselves on beer. Any establishment that recognizes that fact is an establishment we want to be in. We don't want to be disconnected. We want to be right there with the people who drink our beer. After all, without them we are nothing.
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