Summer Meltdown Half Marathon - Tulsa

🌞 Location

Location Pending: Turkey Mountain Park

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon: Embrace the Heat, Conquer the Challenge

Welcome to the ultimate test of endurance and spirit — The Summer Meltdown Half Marathon! Set against the picturesque backdrop of your state’s stunning parks and trails, this exhilarating race kicks off at 7 AM, offering a fresh start to your summer day. As the golden sun rises, casting a warm glow over the landscape, you’ll embark on a journey through some of the most beautiful and serene natural settings the region has to offer.

🌳 Course Features

• Scenic Route: The race route winds through lush, shaded paths, alongside sparkling waterways, and across rolling hills.
• Intensity: The summer heat will make its presence felt, adding an extra layer of intensity to your run.
• Aid Stations: The course is dotted with well-stocked aid stations, ensuring you stay hydrated and energized.
• Nature Sounds: You’ll be treated to the sights and sounds of nature in full summer bloom during your run.

👟 Event Details

• Participant Experience: Awesome medals, cool tees, high-energy staff, and live awards await you.
• Snacks: Refreshments will be available at the race rally tent after the finish.
• Community: The camaraderie of fellow runners and enthusiastic volunteers creates an electric atmosphere.
• First-Time Participants: This race promises an unforgettable experience for seasoned marathoners and first-timers alike.

🎉 Additional Offers

• Youth Pricing: Youth-based pricing for the 5k & Quarter Marathon 12 & under are only $15!
• Referral Bonus: Participants will receive a $20 refund if they refer 5 others.
• Group Discounts: Join as a group and receive special group discounts based on group size.
• Shirt Guarantee: Shirt guarantee cutoff is 10 days out from the event.

🏅 Race Distances Offered

• Kids Dash: This event is for our little Yetis and is typically about a 20 yard dash. Designed for kids 10 and under.
• 1 Mile: Designed for all ages and experience levels, includes a tee shirt and race medal.
• 5K: Chipped timed race with overall trophies for male and female finishers.
• 1/4 Marathon: Chipped timed event featuring trophies and special recognition pins for the top finishers.

🏆 Awards

• Overall Awards: 1st overall M/F - Trophy for 5K, Quarter Marathon, and Half Marathon.
• Age Group Awards: Special recognition award for Masters age 40+.
• Top Finishers: Medals awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in various age brackets.
• Finisher Medals: All participants will receive a medal upon finishing.

📅 Event Schedule

• Packet Pickup: 5:30-6:45 AM
• Kids Dash: 6:55 AM
• Race Start: 7:00 AM National Anthem and Race Start!
• Awards: Results and Awards are live and available at the Registration tent immediately following your finish!

🙌 Volunteering Opportunities

• Water Station: Duties include preparing water cups for participants and cheering them on.
• Course Monitors: Ensuring participant safety and providing encouragement.
• Finish Line Helper: Assisting the Race Director with finish line tasks.
• Turtle/Sweeper: Encouraging the last runner and helping with teardown.

🌧️ Race Conditions

Bigfoot races proceed rain, shine, hot, or cold. The event may include mixed surfaces, such as pavement, crushed granite, and dirt paths.

🔗 More Information

For further details and registration, visit Summer Meltdown Half Marathon.