The First Light Marathon

The First Light Marathon generally takes place on the third weekend of January each year.

Full Marathon: 42.195 km

Half Marathon: 21.097 km

Fun Run: 6 km - email about this option separately

Note: Marathon runners must be 18 years old and Half Marathon runners must be 16 years old. The 6K run does not have an age limit. 

Description

The race starts and ends by the boardwalk next to the Midway Surf Club. Runners will conquer a variety of surfaces such as grassy hills, dirt roads, single track trails, white sands, and pavement. Some well-deserved refreshments will be waiting for the runners at the finish line. 

Logistics

The route is well marked with small flags, arrows and kilometer signs. Water stations are positioned along the route at apx every 4 kilometers. Some stations also serve energy drinks, bananas and gels. 
 

Personal belongings

Personal supplies an be deposited at the start / finish area in a staffed bag drop area. 

All distances have a cut of time of 8 hours. 

However, for the marathon there is a 4 hour cut-off time half way (at 21 km/13mi.). Any runner that has not yet reached that distance will be collected by car.