COURSE
The course is a flat and fast point-to-point route from Sunset Park in Coronado to the Imperial Beach Pier, mainly on Silver Strand Blvd., Hwy. 75. Starting at Sunset Park, the course heads south on Ocean Blvd. in Coronado. It will continue to Orange Ave. At Orange, it will turn right and continue south on Hwy. 75 and the Silver Strand. In Imperial Beach, it will turn right on Rainbow Dr. into a residential area and into the Naval Radio Facility (NRRF). After exiting the NRRF, it will turn right on Carnation Ave. At Seacoast Dr., it will turn left for the final quarter mile to the finish near the Imperial Beach Pier.

DIRECTIONS
Imperial Beach Pier - Take Interstate 5 south to the Palm Ave. turn-off. Turn right on Palm Ave. Follow Palm Ave. west to Seacoast Dr. Turn left on Seacoast Dr. Continue approximately 1/4 mile to the IB Pier.
Sunset Park, Coronado - Take Interstate 5 to the Coronado Bay Bridge. Head west across the bridge to Orange Ave. Turn left on Orange Ave. Turn right on 10th St. Go 4 blocks and turn left on G Ave. This will take you to Ocean Blvd. The start is 4 blocks to the right. No parking at Sunset Park and along Ocean Blvd. This is for athlete drop off. There is no bus shuttle service back to Sunset Park after the race.
Silver Strand State Beach - Take Interstate 5 south to Palm Ave. Head west on Palm Ave. to Silver Strand Blvd. (Hwy. 75). Head north on Hwy. 75 to the Silver Strand State Beach across from the Coronado Cays. There will be free shuttle service to the start, and from the finish.

PARKING
Parking is very limited near the finish area at the Imperial Beach Pier. There will only be residential street parking available. Use the complimentary bus shuttle service on race morning. Pick-up point is at Silver Strand State Beach.

REGISTRATION www.kozenterprises.com
Enter by Mail - Complete this form. Print clearly. Mail form and check to: Silver Strand Half Marathon, c/o Breaking 40, P.O. Box 17079, San Diego, CA 92177. Make check payable to: Silver Strand Half Marathon. (Please do not mail after November 10!)
Enter Online - Enter online at www.active.com. For detailed registration information, please visit www.kozenterprises.com.
Enter at the Pre-Race Expo - If there are remaining slots the day prior to the race, you can enter at the Imperial Beach Pier on Saturday, November 15 from Noon to 4:00p.m. No race day entries.
Reminder: No strollers or dogs.

SPECIAL CATEGORIES AND DISCOUNTS
There are several special categories for the Half Marathon: Military, Clydesdale, and Challenged divisions. We are pleased to announce the addition of a Skate to the Half Marathon (skaters must wear a helmet and knee guards are recommended). Physically challenged, Military, and Coronado/I.B. residents receive a $10.00 discount on the existing entry fee at their time of entry. Courtesy of the Navy Compass and Challenged Athletes Foundation.

PRE-RACE EXPO
Join the fun at the Imperial Beach Pier. Get fired up for the half marathon on Saturday November 15 from Noon - 4 pm. All individuals who did not choose the bib mail back option must pick up their race numbers at this time. Participants will also receive the race t-shirt and goodie-bag.

ACCOMODATIONS
The host hotel for the Silver Strand Half Marathon is the Sand Castle Inn, located in Imperial Beach. The San Castle Inn is located one block from both the beach and the finish line. Room rates are from $59 to $99 per night. For reservations visit www.sandcastlevacation.com or call (866) 422-2785.

BUS SHUTTLES - VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You have three options to use the FREE bus shuttle.
Option 1 - Drive your car to the Silver Strand State Beach. Parking is free. Take the free bus shuttle to the start. The buses will begin to leave for the start at 6:00 a.m. and continue until 6:45 a.m. The bus shuttles will return to the park following the race. Spectators can ride to the finish for free after 7:30 a.m.
Option 2 - Have someone drop you off near the start (corner of Ocean Blvd. & G St.). They can meet you at the finish at the Imperial Beach Pier. There is mainly street parking near the pier.
Option 3 - Drive your car to the Imperial Beach Pier. There is limited street parking. Take the free bus shuttle to the start. This service is only available to the first 200 participants. The buses will leave the IB pier at 5:45 a.m. There will be no service after this time.

POST-RACE PARTY
After the race kick back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the Party At The Pier. There will be entertainment, refreshments, massage therapy, vendor booths, and the awards presentations.

AWARDS
Skate awards will be given to the top three in ten year age increments.
Run awards will be given to the top 3 overall finishers, the top three age category finishers, and the top 3 finishers from the military, Clydesdale, wheelchair, the City of Coronado, and the City of Imperial Beach for both men and women. Cash prize for any person setting a new American Half Marathon Record.* Cash prizes for the top leg amputee finishers.*
T-shirts for all registrants.
* Call Koz Enterprises for details.

THE CHALLENGED ATHLETES FOUNDATION
For ten years the Challenged Athletes Foundation has raised over 3.6 million dollars and successfully provided grants to over 1,000 athletes with disabilities so that they can pursue new opportunities through sports. By providing challenged athletes with handcycles, race chairs, rugby chairs, and funds for competition and training needs, it is possible for them to reach new heights and experience the enhanced self esteem and confidence that is the benefit of physical fitness. For more information on supporting the Challenged Athletes Foundation please visit www.challengedathletes.org.

NATIONAL LEG AMPUTEE CHAMPIONSHIPS
The Silver Strand Half Marathon has been designated as the National Leg Amputee Championships by Disabled Sports USA. Some of the world's fastest amputee athletes will line up at the starting line alongside able-bodied competitors from around the world. You will witness phenomenal performances by some remarkable athletes. This is the only event in the US that will award cash prizes to the top finishers in this category (minimum prize purse is over $2,500).

SPECIAL DRAWING
Register to win a $150 gift certificate to Road Runner Sports by visiting the Open Air MRI Centers booth at the Expo on race day. Winner will be drawn at the Awards Ceremony.

DISCLAIMER
The Commander, Navy Region, Southwest sincerely thanks and appreciates the sponsors of this event. However, neither the Navy nor any other part of the Federal government officially endorses any company, sponsor, or their products or services.

INFORMATION
Produced by: Koz Enterprises at (858) 268-1250
Official Event Website: www.kozenterprises.com
Inline Skate Race Inquiries: San Diego Street Elite at sdse@sk8.org or (858) 550-0180