Congratulations Runners! 2009 Outer Banks Marathon Results
Congratulations to the 2009 Outer Banks Marathon, Half Marathon, 8K, Fun Run & 5K runners!
There were over 6500 participants this weekend…the biggest turnout yet!
It was a classic fall day on the Outer Banks with sunny skies, warm weather, and a light westerly breeze. Possibly a bit warm for the runners, but not too bad, and the enthusiastic spectators definitely enjoyed the race and the weather.
Results: (Full race results)
Top Male Finisher
Ryan Woods 2:32:37.94
Top Female Finisher
Kelley Taylor 2:55:40.21
Top Master Male Finisher
Bill Shires 2:43:44.03
Top Master Female Finisher
Sarah Smith 3:10:31.97
Top Wheelchair Finisher
Angela Dykes 2:19:26
Here’s a great list posted by one of the runners after completing the marathon.
Good stuff about the OBX Marathon:
- Incredibly, most (meaning more than half) of the course is shaded, either in neighborhoods or on wooded trails or roads.
- There WERE spectators! And they were enthusiastic. I taught a few little kids how to high-five, or I could hear their parents teaching them after I had swished by with my hand out.
- There are some small, rolling hills on a road that goes through the woods, and there is a tall bridge, but otherwise it’s really quite flat.
- There is a REAL expo. Not a huge one, and some of the booths were selling real estate, but running gear was plentiful too.
- They started the race in corrals, honor system, two minutes apart, which worked fine. I like that, even with just 1800 runners. My corral started 10 minutes after the first one, but it was the right place for me.
- Transportation is an issue in point-to-point marathons, and they did it well. We parked at the finish and took a bus to the start, but you could do it the other way too.
- They had put out “Burma Shave” signs along the way, telling facts about the area (highest sand dune in the USA, first flight, whatever, even some bad jokes. If you don’t know what a Burma Shave sign is, your youth may be a minor hindrance in reading this blog
- Example series of signs:
- First successful flight
- in motor driven heavier
- than air machines by
- Orville and Wilbur Wright
- December 17, 1903
- Kill Devil hills, just south of Kitty Hawk
- There is a lot of history here, including the first powered flight and Roanoke Island. It might be worth an extra day (or several) just enjoying the Outer Banks. The beaches are delicious – be sure to get a motel with access.
- The race goes right through the Wright Brothers Memorial.
- And it goes along the waterfront for some distance (unlike Kiawah Island, you can actually SEE the water!).
- There is a swashbuckling pirate theme to the whole marathon (arrrrgh!).
- Nice booty bag (expo bag), nice long-sleeve tech shirt.
- People were very nice to my sweeties, even though they were near the end of the race.
Holiday Wine Tasting on the Outer Banks
Big City Wine Warehouse
Native Vine Tasting Room
252-491-5311
This weekend will be the 4th Annual Holiday Tasting Fest. This event has moved to the Point Harbor location this year. Come by between 12-5 on Saturday or Sunday and taste approximately 15 wines that will match up well with the upcoming Holiday meals and festivities……all for ONLY $10!! Please call for reservations to 252-491-5311 or just come on by. On Friday night there will also be a reserve tasting at 6:30 pm for $15.
On Friday, November 20th, Craig Baker will be back to lead a tasting of Holiday wines as well.
On Friday, November 27th, there will be a reserve tasting of wines from the Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2009!!
Now taking reservations for tastings at the end of December, which are looking like this:
Sat. December 26th 5pm Grand Reserve Tasting $35
Tues. December 29th 6:30 pm Grand Reserve Tasting $35
New Year’s Eve 6pm Ultimate Grand Reserve Tasting w/ Heavy Hors d’ouerves $60 pp
New Year’s Eve 8:30pm Super-Ultimate Grand Reserve Tasting w/ Heavy Hors d’ouerves $75 pp
“Know Your Park” – Citizen Science Series on the Outer Banks
The Know Your Park citizen science series for the North Carolina coast begins its third season with a discussion of Raleigh After Roanoke.
The National Park Service Outer Banks Group sponsors the series, which begins the new season Monday at the Fort Raleigh National Historic Site Visitor Center near Manteo. The president of the board of directors of the First Colony Foundation, Phil Evans, will speak.
Phil Evans’ presentation will compare maps to show Roanoke Island’s geography and terrain have changed. In addition, foundation archaeologists will update the audience on upcoming field excavations.
The foundation is conducting research with the goal of locating habitation areas of England’s first and second New World settlements sponsored by Sir Walter Raleigh in the 1580s.
Pro/Am Charity Tennis Tournament on the Outer Banks
The Outer Banks tennis Association will be hosting the 2009 Outer Banks Pro/Am Invitational Doubles Tournament October 31 – November 1.
The Tournament will be hosted by Kilmarlic Health & Racquet Club. 16 tennis professionals will be traveling from different locations all over the East Eoast to compete for the $2600 prize money.
No charge for spectators . If spectators wish to share in the appetizers and beverages, there will be a $15 charge.
There will be a $60 charge for amateur participants.
Light appetizers and beverages will be served.
Friday
6 pm-Pro/Am tournament
Saturday
9 am-round one matches
10:30 am round two matches
Noon-round three matches
1:30 pm round four matches
3 pm round five matches
4:30 pm-final round for the day
Sunday
10 am- Finals and presentation of the prize money
Harley Davidson Activities on the Outer Banks
Outer Banks Harley Davidson has some great activities coming up in the next few weeks…
October 31, 2009
Halloween- Bayside Harley-Davidson
Pumpkin Carving, Parade of Costumed Bikes, Employee Costume Contest (YOU pick the winner!) Store-wide Savings, Bikers Brew & Treats
October 31, 2009
Salty Paws Howl-o-ween Outer Banks H-D
to Benefit Coastal Humane Society. Pet Costume Contest, Parade of Pets, Door Prizes. Goodies for all ages with 2 or 4 legs. $5.00 Entry or $10 for the entire Family. 2:00pm-4:00pm
November 7, 2009
Sweets for Kindness Food Drive Bayside H-D
November 7, 2009
Vertigo Tattoo Toy Run Registration at Outer Banks H-D
November 14, 2009
Outer Banks H-D GRAND RE-Opening at Harbinger NC
November 14, 2009
Outer Banks H-D Sgt Mac Memorial Foundation Wreath Ride
Starting at Currituck Welcome Center in Moyock NC 9am-10:30am $15
Live Music, Food, 50/50, Bake Sale, Vendors, Storewide Sales, Ride Pin
November 15, 2009
Blue Knights International TOY RUN-Registration at Bayside Harley-Davidson 9:30am $10- Run Pins to first 500 riders.
December 5, 2009
Sherriff Susan’s Toy for Tots Run-For more Information call Outer Banks H-D
December 18, 2009
Customer Appreciation Christmas Party at Bayside Harley-Davidson
Outer Banks Signature Chefs Auction to Benefit March of Dimes
All of the Outer Banks is invited to attend the March of Dimes Signature Chefs Auction. At this annual fund-raising event, the Outer Bank’s leading chefs assemble their finest offerings in an array designed to satisfy the most demanding palate, all for the benefit of mothers and babies here.
The Signature Chefs Auction pays tribute to the culinary excellence of chefs and caterers in the Outer Banks who will present their signature dishes. Basnight’s, Black Pelican, Coastal Provisions, Lucky 12, North Bank Restaurant, The Sanderling, Marsha’s Great Cakes, Ramada Plaza/Hilton, Ortegaz, The Dunes, and Ocean Boulevard are the featured chefs at this year’s event.
In addition to a fabulous meal, guests will enjoy a silent auction and a live auction. Participating Chefs compete for prizes. Last year’s winners were: Best Dish – Basnight’s Lone Cedar, Dish of Outer Banks – Basnight’s Lone Cedar, Most Outstanding Presentation – Life Saving Station, Best Dessert – Lifesaving Station, and Best Decorated Booth /Most Creative Theme– Good Life Gourmet.
The Signature Chefs Auction is being held at The Ramada Plaza Resort and Conference Center in Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina on November 15, 2009 at 5:30pm. Proceeds from Signature Chefs Auction will benefit the March of Dimes Prematurity Campaign to help reduce the rate of premature birth.
Tickets can be purchased on the Outer Banks at all RBC Centura, and Brew Thru Outer Banks locations as well as by calling the March of Dimes at 757-361-0000. Ticket cost is $45 per person.
Breast Cancer Awareness Event on the Outer Banks
Raise Money for breast cancer awareness.
Try Kitty Hawk Kite’s kayak and standup paddle equipment – FREE of charge!
Refreshments provided by Miller’s Waterfront Restaurant
For every dollar donated, receive a raffle ticket to win a $100 gift certificate for Kitty Hawk Sports.
All proceeds donated to Dare County’s Department of Health Services.
Pre-registration and raffle tickets available at Kitty Hawk Sports (MP 12.5).
Saturday, October 31st, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Miller’s Waterfront Restaurant
MP 16, Nags Head
For more information check www.KittyHawk.com or call 252.441.6800
Fall Festival on the Outer Banks
Elizabethan Gardens “Harvest Heyday”
A fun filled family event!
Sunaay, October 25, 2009 2:00-4:00 pm
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Crafts
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Bake Sale
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Hay Rides
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Face Painting
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Music
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Magic Mike
Children under 12 FREE with paying adult or Friends Member.
For more information, please call 252-473-3234.
The Elizabethan Gardens: 1411 National Park Drive, Manteo, NC
www.elizabethangardens.org; info@elizabethangardens.org
Proceeds support growing programs at
The Elizabethan Gardens, a local 501(c)3 non-profit organization.
Film Festival on the Outer Banks
Dare County Arts Council and the Southern Arts Federation present the 3rd Annual Short Circuit Traveling Film Festival.
The Short Circuit Traveling Film Festival spotlights recent short films by filmmakers living and working in the Southeastern United States. The Film Festival will tour from September 2009—May 2010 as a self-contained, three-hour event that may be enjoyed in a single afternoon or evening. These twelve short films feature something for everyone, ranging from animation, to documentary, to experimental, to fiction. Bring a friend and enjoy an evening out! There will be southern foods to sample, live bluegrass music, and a cash bar. And don’t miss out on the gift packages that will be raffled at intermission!
Showing at:
Roanoke Island Festival Park Film Theater, November 13th
Barefoot Station in Avon, November 20th
Doors open at 6:45pm on both dates.
- General Admission Tickets: $10
- Student tickets: $5
Tickets go on sale October 17th and are available at the Dare County Arts Council Gallery in Manteo, KDH Cooperative in Kill Devil Hills, and at Barefoot Station in Avon. Please call the Dare County Arts Council for more information at 252.473.5558.
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