Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Event Guide 2012 by Seattle Marathon

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INCLUDING: 5K RACE, 10K RACE & KIDS MARATHON

NOVEMBER 25 2012 marathon . marathon walk . half marathon . half marathon walk

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10 K R AC E

K I D S FU N R U N

First Name

Last Name

Male

Birthdate

Female

mm/dd/yy

Registration Fees (US Funds Only)

Mailing Address City

Zip/ Postal Code

State/ Prov.

10K REGULAR REGISTRATION

$40

10K DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION

(8/25/12)

$45

POST-RACE MASSAGE

$18

KIDS FUN RUN

$15

(6/1/12 - 8/24/12)

Eve. Phone Project your finish time. Person closest to projected time will be eligible for prizes.

$35

(8/27/11 - 5/31/12)

E-Mail

Day Phone

10K EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION

Number of 10K Races completed

Requested 10K T-shirt size: xxs xs

(Please circle one)

Active Military

m l xl xxl

INSIDE SEATTLE CENTER GROUNDS

KIDS FUN RUN

SHIRT SIZES CAN BE SELECTED ON-SITE PLEASE CHOOSE YOUR METHOD OF PAYMENT:

WAIVER: I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running this event, including, but not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release Amica Mutual Insurance Company, its subsidiaries and affiliates, The State of Washington, Washington State Dept. of Transportation, Seattle Center, Seattle Public Schools, The City of Seattle, Road Runners Club of America, the Seattle Marathon Association, all sponsors, contractors and volunteers, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose and I understand that my name will be posted on the Seattle Marathon Association website as a participant of the 2012 event. I also understand that my entry fee is non-refundable. A parent must sign if entrant is under 18 years of age. This is to certify that my child has permission to compete in the event, is in good physical condition and the event officials may authorize necessary medical treatment. I understand that this event is RRCA sanctioned and that bicycles, skateboards, baby strollers, roller-skates or blades, animals and headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline. I further agree to return the timing chip that is issued to me at the completion of the race or pay a $40 replacement fee, no refunds.

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___________ / ___________ / ___________ / ___________ EXP DATE _____ /_____ SECURITY CODE _______________ (This 3 digit code is located on the back of your card.)

Cardholder Signature X Signature _________________________________________________________________________________________________ Date _____ / ______ / ______ Parentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Signature (If under 18, signature of Parent/Guardian is required) __________________________________________________________________________

P: 206.729.3660 â&#x20AC;˘ F: 425.671.0135 info@seattlemarathon.org www.seattlemarathon.org P.O. Box 31849, Seattle, WA 98103-1849

NO REFUNDS NO TRANSFERS, NO ROLLOVERS NO MEDICAL COMPS

Message from the Director. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Schedule of Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Marathon Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4 Health & Fitness Expo. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 2011 Winner Profiles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Official Charity Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Race Day Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6 Marathon Entry Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registration Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Volunteering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Volunteer Sign-up Form . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Carbo Load Dinner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Course Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13 Sponsor Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-17 Lecture Series: Race Day Tips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Start/Finish/Recovery Area Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-19 5K Race Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20-21 5K Entry Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Kids Marathon Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Kids Marathon Entry Form. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Program Writers Louise Long Renatta Emerson Amber Snapp Contribution Louise Long

Proofing & Editing Renatta Emerson Amber Snapp Photography Lorraine Healy brightroom / ASI Photo Publisher The Seattle Marathon Association On behalf of everyone at the Seattle Marathon Association, I would like to welcome all of the runners, walkers, spectators, volunteers and sponsors who work to make this annual event a success. The Seattle Marathon Association (SMA) is a nonprofit organization comprised of ten board members and several key coordinators who invest hundreds of uncompensated hours into organizing this event. This planning is made a reality by countless dedicated volunteers. With the financial support of Amica Insurance and our sponsors, the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 is considered one of the best marathons in the nation. We are proud to celebrate 42 years of going the distance! See you at the finish line! Louise Long Race Director Seattle Marathon Association

The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 Event Guide is published by: The Seattle Marathon Association P.O. Box 31849 Seattle, WA 98103 p: 206.729.3660 f: 425.671.0135 e-mail info@seattlemarathon.org â&#x20AC;˘ www.seattlemarathon.org ÂŠ 2012 All contents of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 Event Guide are copyrighted and may not be reproduced without the express written consent of the Seattle Marathon Association.

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M A R AT H O N R u N . M A R AT H O N WA L K H A L F M A R AT H O N R u N . H A L F M A R AT H O N WA L K

Date: Sunday, November 25, 2012 Times: Marathon Walk — 7:15am Half Marathon Run — 7:30am Half Marathon Walk — 7:45am Marathon Run — 8:15am

Amenities: All participants receive a long-sleeved Technical Fabric shirt and Goody Bag. Finishers receive a finisher medal, finisher certificate and Results Issue. Individual care is available both on the course and at the finish line — including food, beverage, space blankets, medical care, acupuncture and massage.

(Note: wheelchair events start five minutes before the running events.)

Start: 5th Avenue between Harrison and Broad, in front of the Experience Music Project Course length: 26.2 and 13.1 miles

Awards: Awards are presented 10 deep in 5-year incremental age divisions for the Marathon Run and Half Marathon Run. First, second and third place men's and women's finishers for active military personnel will also receive awards. The walking events are noncompetitive and no awards are given.

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Date: Saturday, November 24, 2012 Time: 8:30am Start: 3rd and Mercer, next to McCaw Hall Course length: 3.1 miles Amenities: All finishers receive a Saucony short-sleeved Technical Fabric shirt and Goody Bag. Food and beverage will be available. Awards: Awards are given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place overall men’s & women’s finishers and the top finishers in each age division.

Date: Saturday, November 24, 2012 Time: 10:00am Start: Corner of 5th Avenue and Harrison, east of the Experience Music Project Course length: 1.2 miles Amenities: All kids receive a Goody Bag, finisher t-shirt, finisher certificate, finisher medal and a space blanket. Food, beverages and medical attention will be available.

2012

health + fitness EXPO

Friday, November 23, 11 a.m. - 8 p.m. and Saturday, November 24, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. SCheDule of evenTS Friday

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Registration/Packet Pick-up EXPO

11:00am to 8:00pm 11:00am to 8:00pm

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Saturday 11/24/12

5K Run/Walk Kids Marathon Marathon Registration/Packet Pick-up EXPO Lecture Series Bus Tour of Course Carbo Load Dinner

8:30am 10:00am 11:00am to 8:00pm 11:00am to 7:00pm 11:30am to 12:45pm 1:00pm 6:00pm

Seattle Center Seattle Center The Westin Seattle The Westin Seattle The Westin Seattle The Westin Seattle The Westin Seattle

Sunday 11/25/12

Marathon Walk Half Marathon Run Half Marathon Walk Marathon Run Victory Recovery Area I-90 Bridge Closes to Participants Entire Race Course Open to Traffic Bus (Victory Recovery Area to The Westin Seattle) Half Marathon Awards Half Marathon Age Division Awards Marathon Men’s Awards Marathon Women’s Awards Marathon Age Division Awards

7:15am 7:30am 7:45am 8:15am 8:00am to 5:00pm 10:30am 2:15pm Beginning 9:00am 9:30am 11:00am 11:30am 12:00pm 1:30pm

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MARATHON INFORMATION Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 Marathon Run, Marathon Walk, Half Marathon Run, Half Marathon Walk

Sunday, November 25, 2012 From its humble beginnings in 1970 when a group of friends from the University of Washington decided to hold their own marathon, the Seattle Marathon Family of Events has grown into one of the largest combination marathon/half marathon in the Northwest and one of the top ten largest in the U.S. That first marathon 42 years ago sported 38 runners. This year, 15,000 participants are expected for the marathon and half marathon walking and running events. Join us November 25th for Seattle's Original Hometown Marathon.

Participant Amenities Participant Shirt: Participants receive a complimentary longsleeve Technical Fabric shirt along with their Goody Bag at EXPO, November 23-24. There is no need to order your shirt size in advance. Extra small through extra-extra large shirt sizes will be available while supplies last. Goody Bag: Participants receive a Goody Bag filled with product samples and gifts from the Seattle Marathon Association and race sponsors. Pick up your Goody Bag at EXPO, November 23-24, after you pick up your bib and chip. In addition, a virtual race bag with coupons and special offers will be sent via email to every participant.

Optional Finisher Shirt: Short-sleeve tehcnical fabric and longsleeve 1/4 zip techincal fabric finisher shirts and finisher hoodies are available for order on the event registration form. Pick up your pre-paid finisher shirts at EXPO after you pick up your bib and chip. Finisher shirts will also be available for purchase at EXPO and after the race in the Victory Recovery Area, while supplies last. Please note: XXL sizes must be pre-ordered on your registration form and will not be available for purchase at EXPO or in the Victory Recovery Area. Finisher Medal: Each Marathon Run, Half Marathon Run, Marathon Walk and Half Marathon Walk finisher will receive a commemorative finisher medal after crossing the finish line in Memorial Stadium. Medals come with a lanyard and are custom designed for each event. Space Blanket: After crossing the finish line, finishers receive a souvenir Mylar thermal blanket for warming up after the race. Finisher Certificate: A finisher certificate will be made available to each finisher. Certificates will be posted on the Seattle Marathon Association website and available for download shortly after each event. Results Issue: Each finisher receives, via email, a souvenir Results Issue a few weeks after the event. A PDF of the Results Issue will also be available online for download.

REGISTRATION Dates Registration Period Entry Fee Marathon Run/Walk Half Marathon Run/ Walk 6/1/12 – 10/15/12 Regular $110 $80 10/16/12 – 11/13/12 Late $125 $90 11/23/12 – 11/24/12 Final $140 $130 (U.S. Funds only — check, money order, VISA or MasterCard)

PRE-RACE EVENTS Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Health + Fitness EXPO: EXPO features more than 60 health and fitness vendors and is free and open to the public. Shop for running and fitness apparel, sample healthy snacks, learn about upcoming races and more. EXPO activities include Registration, Bib and Chip Pickup, Goody Bag and Shirt Pickup, Volunteer Signup, Bus Tour of Race Course, Meet the Pacers, Lecture Series and Carbo Load Dinner.

Bring your confirmation email or postcard to pick up your bib and chip. If you do not have your confirmation, you may use a government-issued photo ID. Someone else may pick up your bib and chip for you provided he/she has your confirmation email/postcard or a signed note from you. Be sure to pick up Goody Bags, participant shirts and pre-ordered finisher shirts after picking up your bib and chip.

Friday & Saturday, November 23-24, 2012 The Westin Seattle, 1900 Fifth Avenue, Downtown Seattle Hours: Friday, 11am – 8pm Saturday, 11am – 7pm (Registration open until 8pm)

Host Hotel: The Westin Seattle, at 1900 Fifth Avenue in Downtown Seattle, is the Official Race Headquarters for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012. The Westin Seattle is located just ten blocks from the start line and hosts all pre-race events, including Registration, Bib and Chip Pickup and the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Health and Fitness EXPO. Contact The Westin Seattle prior to November 2, 2012 to receive Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 discount room rates. For reservations, call 800.937.8461

Registration, Bib and Chip Pickup: Final Registration is available at EXPO, Friday and Saturday, November 23-24 from 11:00am to 8:00pm at The Westin Seattle, 4th floor Fifth Avenue Room. This is also the last chance to change events or correct registration information. Bibs and chips must be picked up during Final Registration. They are not available prior to EXPO or on race day.

MARATHON INFORMATION (cONTINued) Goody Bag and Shirt Pickup: Goody Bags and participant shirts can be picked up at EXPO at The Westin Seattle, 4th floor, on Friday and Saturday, November 23-24 from 11:00am to 8:00pm. Finisher Shirts: If you pre-ordered a finisher shirt, your race packet will include a pickup card which you can exchange for your shirt at the Finisher Shirt Table in the Registration Area. Please remember to pick up your finisher shirt after you pick up your bib and chip. If you did not pre-order a finisher shirt, they will be available for purchase at EXPO and in the Victory Recovery Area in Seattle Center Exhibition Hall after the race, while supplies last. Please note that XXL sizes are only available by pre-order. event Merchandise: A variety of Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon event merchandise — including t-shirts, sweatshirts and hats — is available for purchase. You may order items year-round online at www.seattlemarathon.org or by calling the Seattle Marathon Association office at 206.729.3660. Merchandise will also be available event weekend at EXPO and in the Victory Recovery Area (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) after the race. Lecture Series: UW Medicine, the Official Medical Coverage Sponsor for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012, is host to the 2012 Lecture Series. The series will feature Race Day Tips and round table discussions with ample time for audience Q&A. The event is free and open to the public on Saturday, November 24, 11:30am-12:45pm at The Westin Seattle, 3rd Floor, Vashon Room.

AMICA INSURANCE SEATTLE MARATHON 2012 OFFICIAL CHARITY PARTNERS Several organizations have partnered with the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 to become Official Charity Partners. This gives our runners an opportunity to contribute directly to the charity of their choice. 2012 Charity Partners include: Asha for Education, Chebagogo Foundation, Girls on the Run, Operation Ward 57, Rainier Valley Food Bank, UW Team Transplant, Leukemia Team in Training, Seattle Humane Society and Team Survivor NW. For more information on our Official Charity Partners or to donate visit our Partners page at :

seattlemarathon.org Donate to the charity of your choice via our event page at crowdrise.com

Bus Tour of Race course: Get an advance look at the marathon and half marathon course on this fun and informative bus tour on Saturday, November 24 at 1:00pm starting at The Westin Seattle. Tickets for the tour are $18. Meet the Pacers: We are proud to welcome back the Chuckit Pacer Team for this year’s marathon and half marathon pacing. The pacers will be available at EXPO to answer questions. Please stop by the Pacer Booth during EXPO hours for details. carbo Load dinner: Load up on several choices of pasta and bread while listening to a fun band. Join us Saturday, November 24 at 6:00pm at the Westin Seattle, Mezzanine Level, Cascade Ballroom. Tickets are $22 for adults and $15 for children. Purchase tickets when you register or at EXPO. Tickets are good for one trip through the buffet line.

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carol dellinger Breast Cancer Survivor & Motivational Speaker

Carol will be speaking at the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon Health & Fitness EXPO November 24 + 25

2012

health + fitness EXPO

Women’s Marathon Run Winner: Trisha Steidl, Seattle, WA

Time: 3:03:41 Age: 34

Men’s Marathon Run Winner: Jesse Williams, Seattle, WA

Time: 2:29:54 Age: 34

Women’s Half Marathon Run Winner: Bronwyn Crossman, Bellingham, WA

Time: 1:20:48 Age: 22

Men’s Half Marathon Run Winner: Brian Masterson, Seattle, WA

Time: 1:12:42 Age: 17

Carol has run 259 marathons and is a 2 year breast cancer survivor. She does motivational speaking engagements for athletic events, athletic teams, races and breast cancer awareness events.

"I love motivating people to get active, be healthy, and overcome challenges! You never know how strong you have to be until being strong is the only option!"

RACE DAY INFORMATION NOTE: No Day of Race Registration, Bib and Chip pickup or race changes. No refunds, transfers, medical comps or rollovers under any circumstances. Weather: The average Seattle area temperature for late November is mid-40s (7 deg. C) with calm, cloudy skies. Keep in mind that there is always a chance of rain, wind and colder temperatures. Race Day Parking & Transportation: The Seattle Marathon Association does not provide transportation to the Start Line. Local pay lots and street parking are available at or near the Seattle Center. The parking garage at Fourth and Mercer will open at 5:45am. Be sure to allow ample time to park and walk to the Start Line. For information on Metro Transit bus routes serving Seattle Center, see metro.kingcounty.gov or call 206.553.3000. For participants staying at The Westin Seattle, the Start Line is a 0.9 mile walk from the hotel. For your convenience, the Seattle Marathon Association will provide bus transportation from the Victory Recovery Area to The Westin Seattle from 9:00am until the final participant crosses the finish line. This service is free to participants and $2.00 for family and friends. Buses will be staged in front of the Victory Recovery Area, located in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, on Mercer Ave. Seattle Center Monorail will open early at 7:00am for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon. For more information, visit www.seattlemonorail.com or call 206.905.2600. Clothing Check: Clothing Check is located in Memorial Stadium’s north side tunnel, directly behind the upper stadium seats. Clothing Check will be available to race participants beginning at 6:30am on race day. Volunteers will be on hand to store and retrieve your bag. All bags must be clearly marked with your Bib Number. Under no circumstances should you bring any valuables, as the Seattle Marathon Association will not be responsible for lost or stolen articles. Finishers requiring 6.5 hours or longer may claim their bag at the Finish Line.

LOST AND FOUND Any items found on the course will be brought to the results terminal in the Victory Recovery Area. Please see an information volunteer behind the results terminal if you have lost or found an item. All items not claimed at the end of the race day will be collected and donated to charity. For information on lost and found items of value, please contact info@seattlemarathon.org with a description of the item and approximately where it was left and we will do our best to locate it. Clothing check will be available, but please leave all valuables at home or in your car. Timing Services and Results: The Marathon Run, Marathon Walk, Half Marathon Run and Half Marathon Walk will be timed by Accustat Sports Timing. Each participant is required to pick up a race timing chip at Bib and Chip pickup at EXPO. • Unofficial results will be posted in the Victory Recovery Area (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) and on the internet at www.seattlemarathon.org twenty minutes after the first runner crosses the finish line. Friends and family can check our website for up-to-the-minute race results.

• The timing chip must be worn as instructed during the entire race. Not wearing the chip may result in missing split times, which may result in disqualification. • An official Results Issue with complete Marathon and Half Marathon results will be sent to each finisher in December 2012 and will be available at all sponsoring running stores.

Any change requests regarding the unofficial results must be submitted within three days after the race by contacting the Seattle Marathon Association office at 206.729.3660 or info@seattlemarathon.org. Failure to contact us within three days may result in your times not being listed in our web results or in the Results Issue. The Course The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon is a rolling course with hilly sections and scenic views of Downtown Seattle and Lake Washington. They are RRCA and AIMS certified 26.2 and 13.1 mile courses. For your safety, absolutely no dogs, bikes, inline skates, or strollers are allowed on the course. Half Marathon Course: The course starts at 5th Ave. between Harrison and Broad, in front of the Experience Music Project. Entrants will travel through downtown streets, along the shores of beautiful Lake Washington, through the Arboretum and back to the Seattle Center. Marathon Course: Marathon participants will follow the same course as the Half Marathoners with an added section crossing the Lake Washington floating bridge (I-90) and looping around scenic Seward Park. Boston Qualifier: The marathon course is USATF and AIMS certified and can be used as a Boston Marathon qualifier. Spectator Locations: Spectators can watch finishers approach and cross the finish line inside Memorial Stadium. Convenient cheer spots along the course include: • 5th Ave. • Lake Washington Blvd. • Dexter Ave. • Mercer St. (See course map on pages 12 & 13 for details.)

Course Markings/Split Times: Each mile and five-kilometer marker will be clearly labeled on the race courses. Split times will be called at each marker (as permitted by the number of volunteers). Half marathon split times will be electronically recorded and available in marathon results. Water/Aid Stations: Water/Aid stations are approximately every two miles. There are 15 Water/Aid Stations on the full marathon course and 10 on the half marathon course. Refer to the course map for locations. TalkingRain Water and Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula sports drink will be available at each station, in addition to basic medical items and Honey Bucket portable toilets. GU will be available at selected stations. Each aid station will remain open to support a six-hour marathon run pace. TalkingRain (www.talkingrain.com) is the official water sponsor of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012. GU is the exclusive and official energy gel of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 (www.guenergy.com). GU is available in selected locations along the marathon and half marathon courses. (See course map for location details.)

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RACE DAY INFORMATION (continued) Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula is the exclusive and official sports drink of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012. Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula (Lemon-Lime flavor) is served at each aid station along the course. Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula is a specialized sports drink that contains approximately twice the amount of sodium (200 mg per 8 ounces) of Gatorade Thirst Quencher, along with chloride, potassium, magnesium and calcium to help sustain hydration by more fully replacing what is lost in sweat. Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance formula also contains a 6% carbohydrate solution (14 grams per 8 ounces), just like Gatorade Thirst Quencher, which research shows is optimal to help speed fluid back into the body and fuel working muscles. For more information about Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula, please visit www.gatorade.com/performance. Race Time Limit: All event routes will be opened to regular vehicular traffic at 2:15pm. This allows for a seven-hour Marathon Walk finish and a six-hour Marathon Run finish. There will be limited on-course aid stations, Course Marshals and police support after the course closes. Participants may continue along the course after the official closure by obeying all standard traffic control devices. Finish Line staff and essential services will remain until every athlete has completed the event. Additionally, all marathon participants still on the I-90 floating bridge after 10:30am will be bussed to the end of the bridge and allowed to finish the marathon. (This allows for a 25 min/mile pace for walkers and an 18 min/mile pace for runners.) Wheelchair Competition: Wheelchair athletes are welcome to compete in the Marathon and Half Marathon races. Both courses are fully paved and provide wheelchair athletes the opportunity for unbridled competition. The lead wheelchairs will have an escort throughout the race. Competitors must wear hard shell helmets and wheelchairs must be adequately equipped for safety. Wheelchair competitors should especially note the risks regarding the nature of the course such as bollards and the possibility of other traffic on the course. Medical Assistance: Provided by our Official Medical Coverage Sponsor, UW Medicine. If medical assistance is required on the race course, contact one of the orange-capped radio operators, who can call for emergency assistance or van transportation if required. If you drop out, please notify an aid station attendant, radio operator or anyone inside the information booth in the Victory Recovery Area so the information can be relayed to the event support staff. Risks: As with most sports, participating in a marathon or half marathon involves a number of inherent risks, including but not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants or spectators and the effects of weather, traffic and road conditions. Because the courses are run on roads, streets and trails, there are posts and possible potholes. Additionally, there may be other foot and bicycle traffic on the course. All participants need to be prepared to avoid obstacles and traffic. In submitting your entry, you are acknowledging your awareness and assumption of all risks associated with your participation. You are certifying that you are medically and physically fit to safely compete in this event.

Safety Rules: The Seattle Marathon Association is a member of the Road Runners Club of America and as such is required through its membership insurance to exclude entrants with bicycles, skateboards, baby joggers or strollers, roller skates, roller blades or animals. iPods may be used, but are not encouraged by RRCA or the Seattle Marathon Association. For safety reasons, if a course official asks you to remove your listening device, please do so. Entrants choosing to violate these safety conditions pose a danger to all participants. Persons found in violation of these safety rules will be disqualified and removed from the course. The Finish Line Victory Recovery Area: Medical attention, hot soup and other refreshments will be available in the Victory Recovery Area, located in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. There will be designated changing areas for men and women as well as a live band. Family and friends are invited to relax and celebrate with their finishers in the family reunion area in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. Massage, Acupuncture and Chiropracty: The Washington Sports Massage Team (WSMT), Bastyr University and Washington State Chiropractic Association (WSCA) will be located in the Victory Recovery Area (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall). WSMT will provide a 15-minute professional sports massage to finishers for a $18 fee. Massages can be purchased on site or in advance using the entry form. Bastyr University will be providing acupuncture to finishers free of charge. WCSA will be assisting UW Medical Center at the finish line as well as providing chiropractic care in the Victory Recovery Area. Photographs: brightroom is the Official Photographer and Videographer of the 2012 Seattle Marathon Family of Events. All marathon and half marathon run and walk finishers will be photographed and recorded on video. A photo proof will be emailed to each finisher within one week of the event. Enlargements can be ordered through brightroom. For more information, call 800.783.2762, 8:30am to 5:30pm (EST) Monday through Friday, or visit them on the web at www.brightroom.com. Awards: Overall awards will be presented to the top three men and women finishers in both the Marathon and Half Marathon events. Awards will be presented to the top ten men and women in each age division in both the Marathon and Half Marathon as follows: 19 and under, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 6064, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85 and over. Overall Masters Division awards will be awarded to the fastest male and female finisher in both events. Overall Wheelchair Division awards will be presented to the fastest male and female wheelchair finishers. Awards will be given for first, second and third place men's and women's finishes for active military personnel. Please note that the Marathon Walk and Half Marathon Walk will be timed but are not intended to be race walking competitions as set forth by the USATF. No awards will be presented for these events. Refer to the Schedule of Events on page 2 for the times of each award ceremony. The awards ceremony will be located in the Victory Recovery Area (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall). Awards will be available for pick-up in the Victory Recovery Area until 5:30pm. Awards not picked up on race day will be mailed.

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MARATHON ENTRY FORM Online: To register, go to www.seattlemarathon.org. Online entries accepted through 11:59pm (PST) November 13, 2012.

In Person: Entry forms and fee payments can be dropped off in person at any of the following sponsoring running stores:

By Mail: Complete your entry form by clearly printing all requested information, sign the waiver and mail, along with check or VISA/ MasterCard payment, to Seattle Marathon Association, PO Box 31849, Seattle, WA 98103. Photocopied forms are accepted. Mail entries must be postmarked by November 13, 2012.

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By FAX: Entries may be faxed to the Seattle Marathon Association at 425.671.0135 with your Visa/MasterCard payment. FAX Entries accepted through 11:59pm (PST) November 13, 2012.

At EXPO: In-person registrations are accepted at EXPO, November 23-24 at The Westin Seattle. This is the last opportunity to register.

In-person registrations accepted through store closing November 13, 2012

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION Entry Confirmation: A confirmation email or postcard will be sent upon receipt of entry. Bring this confirmation when you pick up your bib and chip at EXPO. Please inform the Seattle Marathon Association of any change of address or any corrections related to your event entry (incorrect event, misspelled name, etc.). It is not necessary to contact the Seattle Marathon Association office if you did not receive or lost your confirmation postcard. You may bring a government-issued photo ID to pick up your bib and chip. Race Changes: You may change races anytime before November 13, 2012 by contacting the Seattle Marathon office. Race changes may be done at EXPO by exchanging race numbers AND timing chips. There will be no refunds. No race changes are permitted on race day and changing races without exchanging race numbers will result in disqualification, as will changing chips without notifying the Seattle Marathon Association. Registration Information: Entry fees are non-refundable. There will be no refunds, transfers, rollovers or medical comps for any reason. No race materials will be mailed in advance. They will be included with your race packet and must be picked up at EXPO. There will be no registration, race changes, or bib and chip pickup on Race Day.

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Staging the Seattle Marathon family of events takes the help and support of more than 1000 volunteers. If you have friends or relatives participating in this year’s event, show your support by becoming an Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 Volunteer. In addition to the thanks and appreciation of all participants, volunteers receive a long sleeve volunteer t-shirt. Help is needed not only on race day, but also on the days leading up to it. Even if you are participating in an event, your help with EXPO, 5k Race, the Kids Marathon or pre-event preparation would be greatly appreciated! Sign up today by filling out the volunteer form on page 10 and mailing or faxing it to the Seattle Marathon Association office. You can contact us at 206.729.3660 or by e-mail at info@seattlemarathon.org for further information. You may also sign up online to volunteer at www.seattlemarathon.org.

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Saturday, November 24th, 2012 r Registration/Bib and Chip Pickup 10:00am-3:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Registration/Bib and Chip Pickup 3:00pm-8:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Goody Bag/Shirt Distribution 10:00am-3:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Goody Bag/Shirt Distribution 3:00pm-8:00pm (Westin Seattle) r Recovery Area Setup 12:00pm-2:00pm (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r EXPO tear-down 7:00pm-11:00pm (Westin Seattle)

Friday, November 23rd, 2012 — Seattle Children’s Kids Marathon r Registration/Bib Pickup for Kids Marathon 10:30am-3:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Registration/Bib Pickup for Kids Marathon 3:00pm-8:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Setup Kids Victory Recovery Area 11:00am-4:00pm (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r Kids Marathon Setup 2:00pm-4:00pm (Memorial Stadium)

Friday, November 23rd, 2012 r Registration/Bib & Chip Pickup for Marathon & 5K 10:00am-3:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Registration/Bib & Chip Pickup for Marathon & 5K 3:00pm-8:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Goody Bag/Shirt Distribution 10:00am-3:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Goody Bag/Shirt Distribution 3:00pm-8:30pm (Westin Seattle) r Finish Line Setup 12:00pm-5:00pm (Memorial Stadium)

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Start Times - Sunday, November 25, 2012: Marathon Walk 7:15am, Half Marathon Run 7:30am Half Marathon Walk 7:45am, Marathon Run 8:15am

Wednesday, November 21st, 2012 r Registration Room Setup 10:00am-3:00pm (Westin Seattle) r Finish Line Setup 9:00am-1:00pm (Memorial Stadium) r Finish Line Setup 12:30pm-5:00pm (Memorial Stadium)

Tuesday, November 20th, 2012 r Bib and Chip Packet Stuffing 11:00am-4:00pm (Westin Seattle) r Registration room Setup 11:00am-4:00pm (Westin Seattle)

Monday, November 19th, 2012 r Bib and Chip Packet Stuffing 11:00am-4:00pm (Westin Seattle)

Each volunteer will receive a long sleeve T-shirt as a token of the runners’ appreciation!

Start Times - Saturday, November 24, 2012: Seattle Marathon 5K Race, Presented by South Sound Running, 8:30am Seattle Children’s Kids Marathon 10:00am

EXPO 2012 Registration and Packet Pick-up will be Friday, November 23 and Saturday, November 24 at the Westin Seattle. The Finish Line is in Memorial Stadium and the Victory Recovery Area is in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall.

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Sunday, November 25th, 2012 r Start Line Setup 5:00am-9:00am (5th Ave and Harrison) r Course Marshal/Monitors (various times/locations) r Victory Recovery Area 5:00am-9:00am (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r Victory Recovery Area 8:30am-1:00pm (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r Victory Recovery Area 12:30pm-5:00pm (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r Finish Line handouts to runners 8:00am-1:00pm (Memorial Stadium) r Finish Line handouts and Breakdown 1:00pm-5:00pm (Memorial Stadium) r Water/Aid Stations (various times/locations) r Split Timers (various times/locations) r Breakdown/Clean Up 3:00pm-8:00pm (Memorial Stadium)

Saturday, November 24th, 2012 — Seattle Children’s Kids Marathon r Registration/Bib Pickup 7:00am-10:00am (Memorial Stadium) r Kids Run Ushers 7:00am-10:00am (Memorial Stadium) r Kids Run Ushers 8:00am-10:30am (Memorial Stadium) r Kids Victory Recovery Area 8:30am-11:30am (Seattle Center Exhibition Hall) r Kids Run Course Monitors 9:30am-10:30am (Along the course, around Seattle Center) r Kids Run Cleanup 10:00am-1:00pm (Memorial Stadium)

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Start at 5th Ave. & Harrison St. near the Seattle Center • South on 5th Ave. to the I-90 Express Lanes Entrance • East on the I-90 Express Lanes across the ﬂoating bridge to the turn-around point on Mercer Island • West on I-90 Express Lanes to the East end of the Mt Baker Tunnel • Leave the I-90 Express Lanes at the access road on the East end of the Mt. Baker Tunnel • South on 36th Ave. S. to Lakeside Ave. S • South on Lakeside Ave. S. which becomes Lake Washington Blvd. S. to entrance to Seward Park • Continue counter-clockwise around the outer periphery of Seward Park and exit onto Lake Washington Blvd. S. • Continue North to Lakeside Ave. S. •North on Lakeside Ave. S. which becomes Lake Washington Blvd. E. at Leschi Park • Continue North on Lake Washington Blvd. E. to McGilvra Blvd. E. • North on McGilvra Blvd. E. to E. Galer St. • West on E. Galer St. to E. Madison St. • SW on E. Madison St. to Lake Washington Blvd. E. • North on Lake Washington Blvd. E. past the Japanese Garden to E. Interlaken Blvd. • West on E. Interlaken Blvd. across 24th Ave East to pedestrian trail at 21st Ave. E. • West on trail to its end at E. Interlaken Blvd & 19th Ave. E. • Continue West on E. Interlaken Blvd. to Delmar Dr. E. • West on Delmar Dr. E. which becomes E. Roanoke St. at 11th Ave E. • West on E. Roanoke St. to Boylston Ave. E. • South on Boylston Ave. E. which curves under I-5 and becomes Lakeview Blvd. E. • Continue South on Lakeview Blvd. E. to Belmont Ave. E. • West on Belmont Ave. E. across I-5 and down the ramp to Eastlake Ave. E • South on Eastlake Ave E. to Republican St. • West on Republican St. to Dexter Ave. N. • North on Dexter Ave. N. to Mercer St. • West on Mercer St. to 4th Ave N. • South on 4th Ave. to the Northeast ﬁeld-level entrance of Memorial Stadium.

Half Marathon Course Narrative Start at 5th Ave. & Harrison St. near the Seattle Center • South on 5th Ave. to the I-90 Express Lanes entrance • East on the I-90 Express Lanes to the East end of the Mt. Baker Tunnel • Leave the I-90 Express Lanes at the access road at East end of Mt. Baker Tunnel • East on S. Day St. to Lakeside Ave. S. • North on Lakeside Ave. S. which becomes Lake Washington Blvd. E. at Leschi Park • Continue North on Lake Washington Blvd. E. to McGilvra Blvd E. • North on McGilvra Blvd. E. to E. Galer St. • West on E. Galer St. to E. Madison St. • SW on E. Madison St. to Lake Washington Blvd. E. • North on Lake Washington Blvd. E. past the Japanese Garden to E. Interlaken Blvd. • West on E. Interlaken Blvd. across 24th Ave E. to a pedestrian trail at 21st Ave. E. • West on the trail to its end at E. Interlaken Blvd. & 19th Ave. E. • Continue West on E. Interlaken Blvd. to Delmar Dr. E. • West on Delmar Dr. E. which becomes E. Roanoke St. at 11th Ave. E. • West on E. Roanoke St. to Boylston Ave. E. • South on Boylston Ave. E. which curves under I-5 and becomes Lakeview Blvd. E. • Continue South on Lakeview Blvd. E. to Belmont Ave. E. • West on Belmont Ave. E. across I-5 and down the ramp to Eastlake Ave. E. • South on Eastlake Ave. E. to Republican St. • West on Republican St. to Dexter Ave. N. • North on Dexter Ave. N. to Mercer St. • West on Mercer St. to 4th Ave. N. • South on 45th Ave. N. to the Northeast ﬁeld-level entrance of Memorial Stadium.

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TITLE SPONSOR OF THE AMICA INSURANCE SEATTLE MARATHON 2012 Amica Mutual Insurance Co., the country’s oldest mutual insurer of automobiles, was founded in 1907 on a simple principle that has always guided its business practices: satisfy the customer. In fact, Amica’s commitment to customers has earned the company much acclaim. Amica – with two offices in Washington State – has consistently received recognition for exemplary customer service from national consumer publications. In addition, Amica regularly earns high ratings from financial and insurance industry organizations. A.M. Best, a leading insurance industry rating agency, rates Amica A++ (Superior), its highest rating for financial strength. Amica employs more than 3,100 people in 40 offices across the country. In addition to automobile insurance, Amica also writes homeowners, personal umbrella liability and marine insurance. Life coverage is available through Amica Life Insurance Company, a wholly owned subsidiary. For more information, call 866-512-6422 or visit

AmicaWashington.com OFFICIAL athletic apparel & footwear sponsor saucony Building great shoes since 1898, Saucony is excited to be the official Footwear and Apparel Sponsor of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon. At Saucony, we exist for runners. Runners inspire us, bring us new ideas, force us to be better. They drive our design and engineering. They keep us competitive. They keep us hungry. They keep us honest. Whether it’s in a conference room or out on a lunchtime run, we’re constantly talking about and arguing about our sport, runners and the products that fuel them. We love our products and we run in everything we make. This focus and passion fuels us as we strive to create the best running shoes and apparel on the planet. We leave work each day knowing we’ve done everything to make runners’ lives just a little bit better. At Saucony, a good day is when we get to run. A great day is when we inspire someone else to run. OFFICIAL medical coverage sponsor uw medicine UW Medicine is one of the nation’s leading academic health systems, and provides highly specialized medical care in areas, such as orthopaedics and sports medicine, cardiology, high-risk pregnancy and neonatal intensive care, oncology, neurosciences and organ transplantation. Patients travel from across Washington, Wyoming, Alaska, Montana and Idaho for these specialized services. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked UW Medicine facilities among the best nationally and regionally since the rankings began in 1993.

Talking Rain Pouring Rain in the Northwest since 1987. TalkingRain, a Northwest Original, has stayed true to its vision and its commitment to community for 25 years by continually creating great tasting, refreshing beverages for people who desire a healthier lifestyle. All TalkingRain beverage lines offer a wide range of crisp flavors that are great tasting, refreshing and contain no aspartame or high fructose corn syrup including TalkingRain Sparkling Water, Sparkling ICE and TalkingRain Fusions. We are proud supporters of the Seattle Marathon since 2004 and good luck to all the 2012 participants! GENTLE GIANT Gentle Giant Moving Company is an awardwinning moving company with more than 30 years of experience offering the highest quality moving, storage facilities, and packing for moving. Our team of more than 200 competent, caring movers and moving specialists provide professional moving services to more than 10,000 customers each year. Whether moving a large home across the country, or simply moving a studio apartment a few blocks, our highly trained employees are equipped to complete the move safely and efficiently, eliminating the stress from an otherwise challenging task. Gatorade Gatorade has shaken things up and introduced a new symbol for the brand -- “G” represents the heart, hustle and soul of a run. From breaking that first sweat during training to crossing the finish line of a race, Gatorade G Series Pro Endurance Formula will be there for every step, helping Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon runners experience their “G” moment and perform at their best. G Series Pro Endurance Formula, a specialized sports drink with approximately twice the sodium (200 mg) of Gatorade(r) Thirst Quencher and the same carbohydrate energy to fuel working muscles, will be served on course to keep runners properly hydrated and fueled. Gu “This stuff just works!” From 1991 to today, athletes the world over have come to the same conclusion: GU works. Our Berkeley-based sports nutrition company was founded with GU Energy Gel, a revolutionary and more effective method to keep athletes fueled during exercise. Since then, GU has continued to improve the recipe, incorporating the latest scientific research into its products and has introduced Roctane Ultra Endurance Gel and Drink, Chomps Ultra Performance Energy Chews, and the GU Brew line – Electrolyte, Tablets, & Recovery. Throughout our history we’ve been striving to do one thing: help athletes go faster and longer than ever before. Learn more about GU and our performance sports nutrition products at www.guenergy. com. Movin’ 92.5 MOViN 92.5, is Seattle's only station for all the hits! Home of Brooke & Jubal In The Morning, MOVIN 92.5 wakes you up with Jubal Phone Taps; and all the hits! the Westin SEATTLE The Westin Seattle is located in downtown Seattle and has proudly served as our race headquarters hotel for the past 17 years. Recharge in one of their 891-smoke free rooms designed to provide the ultimate in tranquility and comfort. The Westin Seattle’s quality accommodations, expert food preparation and service, spectacular views of the city and knowledgeable, courteous staff contribute immeasurably to the success of our event. brightroom brightroom is proud to be the Official Photographer of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon. Photos and video are the perfect way to capture your finish and share the memories with family and friends! View and order your photos and video at www.brightroom.com.

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SEAttLE WEEKLY Founded in 1976, Seattle Weekly has been the premiere source for entertainment, culture, and narrative journalism for more than 3 decades. While maintaining its roots as a free weekly newspaper, Seattle Weekly has become a daily presence on seattleweekly.com, providing real-time news and analysis from the city, as well as comprehensive coverage of the local food and music communities. SAPPHIRE INK Sapphire INK is a proud sponsor of the 2012 Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon. It is our honor to again serve as the official apparel printer for this year’s Seattle Marathon, providing professional, quality screen printing and embroidery for official apparel and accessories. Sapphire INK invites participants, supporters and spectators to visit our website, www.sapphireink.net, for a complete description of our products and services, or email us at info@sapphireink.net. HERItAgE BANK Strength in Community Banking - Your Partners for Success, since 1927: Heritage Bank, a subsidiary of Heritage Financial Corporation, serves the Pacific Northwest with 27 branches from Wilsonville, Oregon to Seattle, Washington. We have worked effectively for more than 85 years to build a company with strong liquidity, capital and credit quality. We are a true community bank, seeking deposits from our communities and making loans to customers who have local ties to our markets. As a full-service community bank, we offer a complete array of business and personal banking tools designed with our customers and their financial goals in mind. We also focus on the importance of giving back to the communities we serve. With a combination of contributions and staff volunteer efforts, the Bank supports philanthropic activities that strengthen the core of our communities. Visit us anytime at www.HeritageBankNW.com. BRoNZE SPoNSoR oNtHERUNEVENtS Ontherunevents.com has been serving the running community with online information since 1995. Site visitors can search our extensive calendar for runs, walks and multi-sport events. Check out our race day photos at ontherunphotos.com! Visit us today at ontherunevents.com and at www.facebook.com/ontherunevents AMtRAK Whether you’re a new visitor aboard the Amtrak Cascades or a frequent passenger, the sleek, European-style train is filled with plenty of extras. Enjoy space to work or time to relax as you travel through the breathtaking scenery of the Pacific Northwest DoLE - YES INC. Delicious Dole Fruit in 100% Juice. Not Packed in syrup or with artificial sweeteners. With eight varieties of Fruit Bowls they are the perfect way to get more Dole in your day. SUPPoRtINg SPoNSoRS HoNEY BUCKEt Honey Bucket is again pleased to provide clean, portable rest rooms for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012. Honey Bucket can meet any portable sanitation needs for special events, construction or agriculture. Call us at 800.444.2371. SEANEt Seanet is proud to provide Internet services to the Seattle Marathon Association. Locally owned and operated since 1994, Seanet serves residential and business customers in the Greater Puget Sound region, offering Nationwide Dialup, Broadband, Web hosting and Server Colocation services all backed by our local Technical Support staff.

BRADLEY KIRSCHNER Bradley Kirschner, CPA is the accounting firm for the Seattle Marathon Association and a 14th year sponsor. We wish to thank him for all his support and hope you will contact the firm at 206.378.1886 for all your accounting needs. PARtNERS UWMC tEAM tRANSPLANt University of Washington Medical Center’s Team Transplant is a comprehensive training program for organ transplant recipients. We strive to promote physical fitness among transplant recipients and to promote community awareness on the benefits of organ donation. Our yearly goal is to prove that transplant recipients can complete the Amica Insurance Seattle Half Marathon! SERVICE LEAGUE TEAM TRANSPLANT

ASHA Asha for Education is a non-profit organization dedicated to socioeconomic change in the underprivileged communities of India primarily through the means of education. We also address other issues which impact development, including: gender inequality, health care, civilian rights, income generation, and the environment. “Miles for Smiles,” is a marathon training program to raise funds for our projects. 100% of all donations reach our project partners in India. For more information visit: www.ashanet.org/seattle/ CHEBAgogo foUNDAtIoN The Chebagogo Foundation is a grass-roots and handson non-profit organization dedicated to providing highquality education, a nurturing home life, healthcare and eventually career opportunities to AIDS orphans in Kenya, regardless of religious background, culture, or gender.

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DAWN Started by two volunteers who were seeking services for a friend who was experiencing domestive violence, DAWN has grown over the past 32 years to offer a continuum of community and survivor-based services throughout south King County and has served more than 360,000 survivors. Today, DAWN remains the only non-profit agency located in south King County that provides comprehensive domestic viloence programs and services including a 24-hour crisis line and emergency confidential shelter. For more information, visit www.dawnonline.org gIRLS oN tHE RUN Girls on the Run of Puget Sound is a non-profit organization whose mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. Since 2002, GOTRPS has operated an after-school prevention program for 3rd through 5th grade girls throughout Puget Sound. For more information, please visit www.girlsrun.org. oPERAtIoN WARD 57 Operation Ward 57's mission is to support wounded warriors, their families and medical staff at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, MD by providing items that assist in recovery, maintenance and morale of the hospital environment and through advocacy, education and promotion of their circumstances. www.operationward57.org RAINIER VALLEY fooD BANK Rainier Valley Food Bank provides nutritious food to low-income and homeless residents in southeast Seattle. RVFB is a model for community feeding community. We are open to any individual who needs groceries and we provide special assistance to seniors and individuals with disabilities through our home delivery program. By nourishing our neighbors and enabling access to additional resources, we create a community free of hunger. In operation since 1990, we fed nearly 10,000 people every month in 2010.

Seattle walk run Seattle Walk Run is the most comprehensive training organization in the Seattle area. We train both walkers and runners to compete in the Half and Full Marathon events of the Seattle Marathon. Over 20 coaches are dedicated to getting you into the best shape of your life in a friendly and non-intimidating environment. Members receive day-by-day training schedules, organized weekly group runs/walks, informational seminars, discounts at local sporting goods stores, a Seattle Walk Run tshirt and much more. No fundraising is required. Our six month training program will start in early June. Contact seattlewalkrun@hotmail.com or visit www.seattlewalkrun.com for more information. Team in Training Team in Training (TNT) is the world’s oldest, biggest, and best endurance sports training program. In our 24 years, we have helped over 460,000 athletes reach the finish line of an endurance event such as a half or full marathon. Only with TNT do you receive coaching support, fundraising support, travel and accommodations at our major events, as well as lifelong friendships and the knowledge that you are making a difference in the lives of so many with blood cancer. Together, we will BEAT cancer. For more information, visit our website at teamintraining.org/wa, or call us at 888-345-4572. Team Survivor NW Team Survivor Northwest provides fitness programs and health education to all women cancer survivors. Many of the women who train for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon have never trained for an event like this before and Team Survivor Northwest offers them free training and support to ensure their success. Retail Stores Footzone Check out FootZone, the Eastside Running and Walking store, for specialized shoe fittings. Whether you train for marathons or run to stay in shape, we will take care of you. Our three stores are conveniently located in Redmond (RTC), Issaquah (Gilman) and Bellevue (Main). Run club available. Shop online at www.footzone.com. Redmond 425-556-0383, Issaquah 425-391-3132, and Bellevue 425-462-7463.

Super Jock ‘n Jill Super Jock ‘n Jill’s goal is to help every customer make the best buying decision to suit their personal fitness needs. At Super Jock ‘n Jill we want to keep you healthy! Since 1975 it has been our pleasure to support Northwest runners and walkers with the best shoes and clothing available, and by sponsoring camps, clinics, races and training groups around Puget Sound. Super Jock ‘n Jill is located near Greenlake in Seattle Washington. WEST SEATTLE RUNNER West Seattle's first and only specialty running store. Professionally fitting runners from head to toe. additional Medical Sponsors Bastyr center for natural healing Bastyr Center for Natural Health is the teaching clinic of Bastyr University, a global leader in natural health science education. Located in the Fremont/Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, Bastyr Center is the largest natural health clinic in the Northwest. We offer a wide range of services that address the whole person, including naturopathic medicine, acupuncture and Oriental medicine, nutrition and counseling. Most insurance plans accepted. Learn more at www.BastyrCenter.org. WASHINGTON STATE CHIROPRACTIC ASSOCIATION The Washington State Chiropractic Association is proud to partner with UW Medicine to provide complete chiropractic care, emergency medial assistance, and clinical support to athletes participating in the 2012 Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon. The WSCA will have chiropractors located at the finish line and in the mobile clinic at the Victory Recovery Area ready to provide treatment for athletes once they’ve crossed the finish line. WASHINGTON SPORTS MASSAGE TEAM The American Massage Therapy Association of Washington will be providing massages once again at the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012. Sign up for a massage on your entry form.

poulsbo running Poulsbo Running has been meeting the needs of West Sound runners and walkers since 2006. We have a full selection of shoes, clothing and accessories, as well as triathlon gear. We fit shoes according to an individual's biomechanics and needs. Poulsbo Running offers a military discount, and we are open seven days a week. RUNNING ELEMENTS Running Elements is a premier runing and walking store located in the heart of Bellevue, Washington. We are commited to providing you with the widest variety of options, and helping you choose what will best support you in living a healthy, active lifestyle. We also partner with local physical therapists, podiatrists and doctors to host monthly clinics on topics such as: injury prevention, marathon training, nutrition, rehabilitation, shoe fitting and more. SPORTS AUTHORITY We are dedicated to providing our customers with the best shopping experience possible by consistantly providing great brands at great values. We are dedicated to increasing that value by providing industry-leading customer service and product knowledge. We are dedicated to you, and helping you take your game to the next level. If this is what you have been looking for in a sporting goods retailer, then you've come to the right store!

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SEATTLE

2012 LECTURE SERIES

RACE DAY

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Once again the Seattle Marathon Association is proud to present a lecture series in conjunction with our two-day EXPO. The lectures will take a round table format of speakers that will allow more questions from the audience. PResentED BY

mark harrast, m.d.

Hypothermia (or low body temperature) can be a dangerous medical condition and thus precautions should be taken to prevent the risks of hypothermia, especially when training or racing in cold and wet conditions. This talk focuses on the risk factors, preventive strategies (in particular appropriate clothing choices), as well as early symptoms and treatment of hypothermia. Dr. Harrast is the medical director of the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon and board certified in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and also Sports Medicine. A Clinical Associate Professor in Rehabilitation Medicine and Orthopedics and Sports Medicine, his clinical interest is overuse injuries in endurance athletes. Dr. Harrast is a competitive runner and triathlete, having run 8 marathons and 4 Ironman triathlons.

alysun deckert, m.s.r.d. Nutrition & the pre-race meal. There’s got to be something magical about it. There has to be something you can eat that will give you more energy than you’ve ever had before and make it feel like you’re flying OVER the wall instead of plowing headfirst into it. It’s true! Alysun Deckert is an avid runner and a registered dietitian at the University of Washington Medical Center. She currently sits on the Advisory Committee for the University of Washington’s Certification program in Sports Medicine and Human Performance. Alysun's volunteer work includes training Team Transplant participants for the Seattle Marathon events.

Saturday, november 24, 2012 11:30 - 12:45 vashon rooM / the westin seattle

connie davis, m.d. Inflamation. It hurts now and boy it is going to hurt in another few hours! How about taking a few more ibuprofen, or better yet maybe my doctor will give me some more long acting anti-inflammatory medications to prevent my suffering after the big race. Be careful what you ask for, it may cause more harm than good. Dr. Davis is board certified in nephrology at the University of Washington Medical Center. She currently serves as Professor of Medicine, Director, Kidney Care Line and Co-Director Kidney and Pancreas Transplant

tom cotner The Race Course. Learn about the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon course from the eyes of a man who knows it inside and out. Dr. Tom Cotner is a highly successful coach of distance runners and triathletes with over 30 years of coaching experience at the elite level.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 11/24/12 SATURDAY: 8:30 am 5K RACE START at 3RD & MERCER 11/24/12 SATURDAY: 10 am KIDS MARATHON START at 5th & HARRISON

MEDICAL SERVICES PROVIDED BY

11/25/12 SUNDAY: 7:15am MARATHON WALK START at 5th & HARRISON 7:30 am HALF MARATHON RUN START at 5th & HARRISON 7:45am HALF MARATHON WALK START at 5th & HARRISON 8:15am MARATHON RUN START at 5th & HARRISON 10:30am I-90 CLOSES TO RUNNERS 2:15 pm RACE COURSE REOPENS TO TRAFFIC 9:15am - 1:30 pm AWARDS CEREMONY IN THE VICTORY RECOVERY AREA

FINISH LINE REMAINS OPEN UNTIL THE LAST PARTICIPANT CROSSES THE FINISH LINE

10am START TO VIEW 5K RACE AND KIDS MARATHON COURSE MAPS VISIT SEATTLEMARATHON.ORG STARTING LINE / NOVEMBER 24

Marathon and Half Marathon events Sunday November 25, 2012

SEATTLE CENTER EXHIBITION HALL

Meet the Pacers

The Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon 2012 is proud to provide the Chuckit Pacer Team for your pacing needs. Come by the Pacer Booth at EXPO for more info.

Photo by David M. Oakes ÂŠ 2009

Transportation to the start line will not be provided. Transportation from the Victory Recovery Area to The Westin Hotel will be available on Sunday from 9:00am until the final participant arrives at the finish. This service is free to participants and $2.00 for family and friends. Busses will be staged in front of the Victory Recovery Area, located in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, on Mercer Ave.

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SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24 2012 START TIME - 8:30am Downtown Seattle $35 through November 24th, $45 on Race Day

5K RACE INFORMATION

First Mile Challenge Awards will be given for the best first-mile split time in addition to the best overall 5K time. To be eligible for the First Mile Challenge award, a participant must complete the full 5K distance.

If you’ve never been involved with the Seattle Marathon Family of Events, the 5K Run/Walk is a great introduction! This 3.1 mile race is perfect for both runners and walkers. Use it as a warm-up for the Amica Insurance Seattle Marathon and Half Marathon or as a fun, family outing to burn off some of those Thanksgiving Day calories. Treat your out-of-town guests to stunning views of Seattle while doing something healthy for the entire family.

Parking & Transportation Parking is available on the street and in parking garages on Mercer Ave. Please allow ample time to park and pick up your race packet before the race. For information on Metro Transit bus routes serving Seattle Center, see http://transit.metrokc.gov or call 206.553.3000. For participants staying at The Westin Seattle, the Start Line is a 1.1 mile walk from the hotel.

THE COURSE The USATF-certified course takes you through the streets of Downtown Seattle. The course is out-and-back, beginning at 3rd and Mercer next to McCaw Hall, heads south into downtown on 2nd Ave, loops around at Spring Street, and ends at Seattle Center near the International Fountain.

Race Day Schedule 7:00 am Day of race registration and packet pickup 8:00 am Day of race registration closes 8:15 am Packet pickup closes 8:30 am 5K Run/Walk starts

Dogs on leash and strollers welcome The ADA-compliant course is wheelchair-, dog- and stroller-friendly. We ask that walkers and parties with dogs, wheelchairs and strollers start toward the end of the line to reduce crowding and allow runners to achieve their best time. Results Unofficial results will be posted near the finish line as soon as they are available. A complete listing of official results will be posted at www.seattlemarathon.org shortly after the race. Timing The race is timed by Accustat Sports Timing on a USATF-certified course. All 5K Race participants must wear a chip as instructed in order to appear in the results. Awards Awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place men’s and women’s overall finishers. All finishers receive a complimentary Saucony short-sleeved Technical Fabric shirt and Goody Bag at the finish of the race.

Risks As with most sports, running a road race involves a number of inherent risks, including but not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants or spectators, the effects of weather, traffic and road conditions. Because the race is run on roads, streets and trails, there are posts and possible potholes along the course. Additionally, there may be other foot and bicycle traffic on the course. All participants need to be prepared to avoid obstacles and traffic. In submitting your entry, you are acknowledging your awareness and assumption of all risks associated with your participation. You are certifying that you are medically and physically fit to compete in this event safely. PRESENTING SPONSOR South Sound Running

South Sound Running is happy to return as presenting sponsor of the Seattle Marathon 5K Race 2012. South Sound Running is the South Sound’s full service specialty running store supplying a wide selection of shoes, apparel and accessories for both the runner and walker. South Sound Running also provides weekly runs, clinics, race sign-ups, and information to make it one of the Northwest’s most complete running stores. Visit us in Olympia and Tacoma.

The Seattle Marathon Association would like to thank the Downtown Seattle Association for their support. Visit them at www.DowntownSeattle.com.

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JOIN US ON OUR beautiful DOWNTOWN COURSE Safety Rules The Seattle Marathon Association is a member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) and, as such, is required through its membership insurance to exclude entrants with bicycles, skateboards, roller skates or blades and animals (other than dogs on leash). iPods may be used, but are not encouraged by RRCA or the Seattle Marathon Association. For safety reasons, if a course official asks you to remove your listening device, please do so. Entrants choosing to violate these safety conditions pose a danger to all participants. Persons found in violation of these safety rules will be disqualified and removed from the course. Registration Online: To register, visit www.seattlemarathon.org. Online entries accepted until 11:59pm (PST) on November 13th.

By FAX: Entries may be faxed to the Seattle Marathon Association at 425.671.0135 with your Visa/MasterCard payment. FAX Entries accepted through 11:59pm (PST) November 13, 2012. In Person: Entries can be dropped off at participating running stores until store closing on November 13th. See page 8 for complete list of participating running stores. At EXPO: In-person registrations are accepted at EXPO, November 23rd. See page 3 for details on EXPO. Day of Race: $45 cash, check or VISA/ MasterCard on November 24th from 7:00am-8:00am near the start line at 3rd and Mercer. Please allow time to find parking and walk to the start line. ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE. No Transfers. No Rollovers. No Medical Comps.

By Mail: Entries must be postmarked by November 13th. Mail completed entry form along with VISA/MasterCard payment or check payable to Seattle Marathon Association, PO Box 31849, Seattle, WA 98103.

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WAIVER: I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running this event, including, but not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, and on behalf of any accompanying minor or pet, waive and release The State of Washington, Washington State Dept. of Transportation, The City of Seattle, Road Runners Club of America, the Seattle Marathon Association, Seattle City Parks, all sponsors, contractors and volunteers, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose and I understand that my name will be posted on the Seattle Marathon Association website as a participant of the 2012 event. I also understand that my entry fee is non-refundable. A parent must sign if entrant is under 18 years of age. This is to certify that my child has permission to compete in the event, is in good physical condition and the event officials may authorize necessary medical treatment. I understand that this event is RRCA sanctioned and that bicycles, skateboards, roller-skates or blades and headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline. I accept all liability for any accompanying minor, pet, stroller or wheelchair I bring onto the course. I further agree to return the timing chip that is issued to me at the completion of the race or pay a $40 replacement fee, no refunds.

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KIDS MARATHON INFORMATION Saturday, November 24, 2012 at 10am Seattle Center Memorial Stadium / $20

The Seattle Children's Kids Marathon promotes fitness, reading and good deeds for kids in kindergarten through eighth grade. Kids complete a full 26.2 mile marathon at a rate that is fun and safe for their growing bodies — one mile at a time. Kids are also encouraged to read 13 books and perform 13 “Do Rights.” On Race Day, the kids gather at Seattle Center to complete the final 1.2 miles together in a celebratory event that includes kids-style medals, finisher certificates, space blankets, t-shirts, goody bags, food and lots of fun! The CourSe on race Day: Kids run the last 1.2 miles of their “marathon” together starting at 5th and Harrison, next to the Experience Music Project. They run around the Seattle Center, past the Space Needle and down Mercer Street, finishing their marathon in Memorial Stadium. See the course map at www.seattlemarathon.org for details. Leading up to race Day: Kids run or walk the first 25 miles of their “marathon” one mile (or ½ mile) at a time on a safe, secure route designated by parents, coaches or teachers. The program should take 6-8 weeks to complete depending on the fitness level of your child. A less active child may need to start earlier to complete the program. As they are completing their miles, kids also complete their reading and do-rights (good deeds). For suggested books and do-right ideas, visit the Seattle Children's Kids Marathon pages at www.seattlemarathon.org. Marathoners can keep track of their progress with the trackers provided on the website. Register by November 13th and you will receive via mail, the trackers, instructions, tokens and award certificates to be given to your child as he/she completes the miles, books and do-rights. If your child registers with a school group, these materials will be given to the school leader for distribution.

To download and print trackers or do-right and reading lists, and for training tips visit the Kids Marathon page at www.seattlemarathon.org raCe Day INfo Bib Numbers: Participants must have and wear (pinned to the front) their official Bib Number. Kids running with groups may get their bibs from their group leaders. Confirm your group's procedure with your group leader. Parents and group leaders may pick up bibs at the following times and locations: Friday, November 23rd, 2012 EXPO, The Westin Seattle, Downtown Seattle 11am-8pm (see page 3 for more info on EXPO)

Saturday, November 24th, 2012 Seattle Kids Marathon Staging area Check-in 7:30-9:30am North Bleachers, Memorial Stadium, Seattle Center PLeaSe NoTe: One parent/coach may run with each child, but it is not mandatory. Should you choose to run, you must wear a Bib Number. For safety, no one is allowed on the course without a bib. Each child may have only one adult accompanying them. Every child who enters the event will be given two identical bibs — one for the child and one for an accompanying adult. For lost parent/child reasons, both the child and adult bibs will contain the child's information. Young children in strollers will also need to be entered into the event and wearing a bib number to be on the course.

MorrIS faMILy fouNDaTIoN The Morris Family Foundation seeks to promote opportunities for women, children and youth to better their lives in the hopes of creating a more socially and economically just world. We support programs that stress prevention, promote tolerance and help people to learn to be responsible and help themselves. We focus in particular on programs which encourage quality early childhood education, believing that children thrive and grow into productive adults when they are afforded the best start in life.

Arrive Early: Nearly 2700 kids are expected to participate in this year’s Seattle Children's Kids Marathon. Please allow time for traffic, parking and check-in. Parking near Seattle Center is available in several pay lots. Limited on-street parking is also available.

Mail: Must be postmarked by November 13th. Mail completed registration form along with VISA/MasterCard payment or check payable to Seattle Marathon Association, PO Box 31849, Seattle, WA 98103.

Check-In: Enter Memorial Stadium through the southeast gate (off 5th Avenue nearest the Space Needle) and report to the Seattle Children's Kids Marathon Staging Area, North Bleachers. Registration and Bib pick-up is 7:30-9:30am. Be sure to arrive early if you need to register, meet your group or pick up bibs.

By FAX: Entries may be faxed to the Seattle Marathon Association at 425.671.0135 with your Visa/MasterCard payment. FAX Entries accepted through 11:59pm (PST) November 13, 2012.

Start: Kids, parents, teachers and coaches will move as a group from Memorial Stadium to the Start Line on 5th Avenue. Parents are encouraged to accompany their marathoners to the Start Line even if they are not running with them. Finish: After the kids cross the finish line, they receive water and a Space Blanket and then proceed through a secure finisher chute to the Victory Recovery Area, located in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. There, the kids reunite with family and friends to enjoy post-event festivities with Radio Disney and receive their finisher shirt, medal, certificate and Goody Bag. Note: One t-shirt is provided per registered child.

In Person: Until store closing on November 13th. See list of participating running stores on page 8. At EXPO: November 23rd, 11am-8pm, The Westin Seattle, 1900 5th Avenue, Downtown Seattle. See page 3 for details on EXPO. Day of Race: November 24th, 7:30-9:30am, North Bleachers, Memorial Stadium, Seattle Center. ENTRY FEES ARE NON-REFUNDABLE Send in your entry form early! You don’t have to complete your miles, books or do-rights before you register!

No Animals: Please remember that no animals are allowed on the course, in Memorial Stadium or the Victory Recovery Area except for Official Guide Animals.

If your class would like to participate in the Seattle Children's Kids Marathon, send in all your entry forms together along with your school information. If you need a bundle of entry forms, please call the Seattle Marathon Association Office at 206.729.3660 or toll-free at 866.783.9450.

Registration Online: To register, go to www.seattlemarathon.org. Online entries accepted through 11:59pm (PST) November 13, 2012.

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WAIVER: I know that running a road race is a potentially hazardous activity. I should not enter and run unless I am medically able and properly trained. I agree to abide by any decision of a race official relative to my ability to safely complete the run. I assume all risks associated with running this event, including, but not limited to tripping and falling, contact with other participants, the effects of weather, traffic and the conditions of the road, all such risks being known and appreciated by me. Having read this waiver and knowing these facts and in consideration of acceptance of my entry, I, for myself and anyone entitled to act on my behalf, waive and release Seattle Children’s the University of Washington, University of Washington Medical Center, The State of Washington, Washington State Dept. of Transportation, Seattle Center, Seattle Public Schools, The City of Seattle, Road Runners Club of America, the Seattle Marathon Association, all sponsors, contractors and volunteers, their representatives and successors from all claims or liabilities of any kind arising out of my participation in this event even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the persons named in this waiver. I grant permission to all of the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for any legitimate purpose. I also understand that my child’s entry fee is non-refundable. I understand that this event is RRCA sanctioned and that bicycles, skateboards, roller-skates or blades, animals and headsets are not allowed in the race and I will abide by this guideline.

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All 23 runners, at one time or another, are beginners. - The New York Road Runners Club Complete Book of Running

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Join us for our 5th Annual 5K Race

Make the 5k Race your newest family tradition this Thanksgiving See pages 20 & 21 for more 5k details and entry form

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Preparation. Commitment. Endurance. Discover Amica.

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