BENEFITS STUDENT ATHLETES

A substantial portion of all CRC race entry fees go to the local cross country programs at Chico High School and Pleasant Valley High School.

START TIMES

5K run/walk: 9:00 a.m.
10K run: 9:20 a.m.

REGISTRATION

Register for this year's Almond Bowl either by filling out and returning the entry form or by clicking Active.com's link to the right. Note that Active.com charges a processing fee in addition to the basic entry fee.

For registration by mail, send your entry form to

Chico Running Club
P.O. Box 1182
Chico, CA 95927

You can also save a stamp and return the entry form to Fleet Feet at 241 Main Street.

Please do not mail your entry form after October 24. Bring entry forms directly to Fleet Feet.

There is no race day registration. The last day to register is Saturday, November 1, at Fleet Feet Chico, from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

ENTRY FEES

Pre-registered by Saturday, October 18 (includes entries postmarked on or by the 18th):
Adults: $30
Adult CRC members*: $25
Children 13 and under: $15

After October 18:
Adults: $35
Adult CRC members*: $30
Children 13 and under: $20

Entry fees are non-refundable and non-transferable.

*CRC members must be active for the 2007 - 08 season to receive the CRC discount. If you need to start or renew a CRC membership, please fill out and send in this form.

Event t-shirts guaranteed only to those who register by October 18. A limited number of shirts will be available as supplies last to those who register in person at Fleet Feet after October 18.

COURSE CERTIFICATION AND MAPS

Courses are USATF certified. 5K: CA05008RS. 10K: CA06040RS. The course is flat, paved, and free of traffic. All events start and finish at One Mile Recreation Area in Lower Bidwell Park.

Click here for 5K and 10K course maps.

PACKET PICKUP

Avoid race day crowds by visiting Fleet Feet on Saturday, November 1 from 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Fleet Feet Chico is located at 241 Main Street, between 2nd and 3rd Streets in Downtown Chico. You can pick up your race number, goody bag, and t-shirt (if pre-registered or if supply is still available). November 1 is also the last opportunity to register for the race.

Or wait until race day, November 2, at Bidwell Park.
Packets available prior to race between 7:00 and 8:45 a.m. You must be registered to pick up your packet as there is no race-day registration.

DIRECTIONS AND PARKING

To the course:
Enter Chico via Highway 99 either from the north or from the south. If you are coming from the north on 99, take the Highway 32 offramp and turn right at the first intersection. If you are coming from the south on 99, take the 32 offramp and turn left at the second intersection. Now you're heading west on 32 (East 8th St). From here,

• Take 8th St just under a half-mile, then turn right on Sycamore St.
• Sycamore St runs a few blocks into Woodland Ave, which runs parallel to the park. The park itself will be closed to vehicle traffic on race day, so find a parking spot on or near Woodland Ave. Please be courteous and park legally. Do not park in a way that blocks local residents' entry to or exit from their homes.
• There are several entrances to the One Mile Recreation Area from Woodland Ave. For race-day packet pickup, look for the sign marked Pre-Registered. If you need to check clothing prior to your race, look for the Sweat Check. For any other assistance, make your way to the Information booth.

Here's a map.

To Fleet Feet packet pickup:
As above, from Highway 99 head west on Highway 32 (East 8th St). From here,

• Take 8th St about a mile then turn right on Main St.
• Drive north on Main St. Fleet Feet is located between 2nd and 3rd Streets. Fleet Feet's phone number is 530 345-1000.

Here's a map.

AID STATIONS, TIMING, AND FINISH LINE

Water will be available at the halfway point of the 10K run.

Splits will be called every two miles along the 10K course.

Finish line closes at 11:00 a.m. Official times cannot be guaranteed for those who finish later.

DOGS AND STROLLERS

Please bring dogs and kid strollers only to cheer you on from the side of the course. Our race insurance policy prohibits dogs and strollers from the course itself.

SWEAT CHECK

The sweat check dropoff is located near the start line. Place all extra layers in the race goody bag, write your race number on the bag, and turn it in at the dropoff. We transfer your goody bag to a pickup area near the finish line. After you're done present your race number to claim your bag.

Do not leave valuables at the sweat check. The Chico Running Club and the 2008 Almond Bowl are not responsible for any lost items.

T-SHIRTS AND AWARDS

Long-sleeved t-shirt designed by Jake Early will be provided to all pre-registered entrants.

All shirts come in adult male sizes, so you may wish to choose a smaller size than normal for female and child runners.

Event t-shirts guaranteed only to those who register by October 18. Participants registering after October 18 will receive a t-shirt while supplies last.

Awards ceremony will be held near the finish line after races are concluded. Awards will be issued to male and female first place winners in the 5K and 10K runs and three deep in each age division.

WHERE TO STAY

Chico has a variety of lodging options, including bed & breakfast inns. Surf over to the Chico Chamber of Commerce and look for the Chamber Directory under the "Business" menu to find a great place to stay race weekend.

NEED MORE INFORMATION?

Email: runner@saber.net