Inaugural Rivertown Half Marathon November 14th, 2009
Town Description:
Located on the Waccamaw River, Conway is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina.
Many buildings listed on the National Register of Historic Places, including City Hall, built in 1825, which was designed by Robert Mills, the architect of the Washington Monument. The Historic Sites Trail map details 39 historic sites, significant buildings, and distinctive homes. Seventeen of these sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Conway has been recognized as a Tree City USA based on its extensive planting and protection of trees. At several locations on Sixth and Seventh Avenues, and on Elm Street, visitors discover that vehicular traffic yields the right of way to giant, moss laden oaks.
Since the completion of the Main Street USA project in the 1980s, Conway’s downtown has been revitalized with quaint shops and bistros. Highlighting the renovation of the downtown area is the Riverwalk, an area of fine dining which follows a stretch of the Waccamaw River that winds through Conway. The riverfront features an 850-foot boardwalk that invites a leisurely stroll for a scenic view of the river’s black water.
Conway is located 12 miles west of Myrtle Beach and the Atlantic Ocean.
Course Description:
Conway Half MarathonConway 8k Run
The course is flat and fast and will include a fusion of beautiful live oaks and Historic homes and buildings throughout historic Conway. Both races begin and finish at the City’s Riverwalk at the Conway Marina.
Start Times:
Half marathon (13.1) miles start time 7:30am 8K Run/Walk start time 7:30am
Runner Awards:
Half marathon (13.1) miles Top 3 Male & Female overall Top 3 Male & Female Masters overall Top 3 in the following age groups: 14 & under 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65+ ALL Half Marathon finishers will receive a custom medal
8K Run/Walk Top 3 Male & Female overall Top 3 Male & Female Masters overall Top 3 in the following age groups: 14 & under 15-19 20-24 25-29 30-34 35-39 40-44 45-49 50-54 55-59 60-64 65+
Timing:
Professional timing will be implemented by RMS Sports, utilizing Chronotrack disposable chips.
Comfort Suites Contact Comfort Suites and mention that you are booking accommodations for the Rivertown half marathon and receive a special $59.99 race rate. Call 843-347-9292 or 800-871-8009 or click on the logo above to reserve your room today!
Cypress Inn Call The Cypress Inn at 800-575-5307 and mention that you are booking accommodations for the Rivertown half marathon and receive 20% off regular rate. Stay at the start of the race! The Cypress Inn is located at the start line.
The Conway Chamber of Commerce is the official charity for the Rivertown Half Marathon. A portion of all entries will be donated to the Chamber. Created in 1734, Conway is one of the oldest towns in South Carolina. Conway’s past has been proudly preserved. The historic sites trails map lists 39 historic sites, significant buildings, and distinctive homes. Seventeen of these sites are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.The Conway Area Chamber of Commerce was incorporated in 1958 and strives for a better community for everyone. Take a leisurely stroll along the Riverwalk to view Conway’s oldest landmark, the Waccamaw River. Enjoy Riverfront Park, located at the end of the Riverwalk for picnics and a playground for the kids, or visit one of our working art studios scattered throughout our downtown’s historic district. Enjoy shopping at any one of the new shopping centers bustling with activity on the town’s outskirts or the unique shops of the historic downtown business district, self guided tours, theatre productions and much more. After your daily activities, enjoy a meal from many different dining experiences, which range from home style cooking to cuisine that satisfies the most adventurous palates.And while in town, enjoy the huge moss-draped live oaks standing along avenues where vehicular traffic yields the right-of-way as the huge trees stand defiantly in the middle of the street or just out from the curbs. For more information please click on the Conway Chamber logo above or visit www.conwayscchamber.com
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