Experienced athletes and amateurs alike will enjoy the rare opportunity to cross the mighty Columbia River on foot during the 26th Annual Great Columbia Crossing 10K walk/run. Participants will start the race in Washington, cross the 4.1 mile-long Astoria-Megler Bridge – typically open to vehicular and cycling traffic only – and finish in Oregon. The longest continuous truss span bridge in North America, the Astoria-Megler Bridge rises 205 feet above the river, offering a challenging incline as well as beautiful views of the historic Astoria and Warrenton communities below. An awards ceremony and chowder lunch for participants immediately follows the race.
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Date: Sunday, October 12, 2008
Time: The race 9 a.m. (Shuttles to starting line leave earlier)
Where: From the race registration station in Astoria, walkers and runners can catch the shuttle bus to the starting line.
Registration: Adults 18 years old and over $25 before Oct. 1 and $30 after.
Children 17 years old and under $15.
Entry fees include shuttle bus service, parking, and a clam chowder lunch.
Long Sleeve T-shirts can be purchased for an additional $15.
Registration will open in early August.