March 2016 - Volcano Rain Forest Runs

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GLOW AT HALEMAUMAU CRATER ON THE SUMMIT OF
K INSIDE HAWAII VOLCANOES NATIONAL PARK
4 MILES FROM THE START/FINISH OF THE
VOLCANO RAIN FOREST RUNS IN VOLCANO VILLAGE
ON THE BIG ISLAND OF HAWAII.
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Rain Forest
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Feel the power of the Big Island of Hawaii on
August 20, 2016 while running on one of the
world’s most active volcanoes, Kilauea.
The Volcano Rain Forest Runs are held at cool elevation of 4,000
feet in the quaint village of Volcano just outside of Hawaii Volcanoes
National Park. There are three runs - half marathon, 10K and 5K.
All courses traverse the village roads in the lush native rain forest
while the half marathon continues into the majestic ranchlands with
stunning views of the14,000 foot volcanoes, Mauna Loa and Mauna
Kea. All pure inspiration for the soul. The events are open to runners
and walkers of all ages and abilities, participating for health, enjoyment
and excitement. Start/Finish is at Cooper Center on Wright Road in
Volcano Village.
Photos by
Charlene Meyers, VRFR, Chris Runnells, Jessie Tunison
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Volcano Village is located 30 miles from the Hilo Airport and 104 miles
from the Kona Airport. There are many B&B’s to choose from in the
Volcano area. Check out our website for more details.
The Big Island is called the Big Island for many reasons, but mainly its
size. All the other Hawaiian islands easily would fit on the Big Island
with room for more.
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There is so much to see and do on this magical island. From the snowslopes of Mauna Kea to the snow-white beaches of the Kona Coast, the
Big Island of Hawaii is one of the few places on earth where you can go
from alpine snowboarding to warm tropical beaches in the same day.
Between these two altitude extremes you will find virtually every type of
KONA SIDE OF THE BIG ISLAND,
WHITE SAND BEACHES.
GREEN SEA TURTLES (HONU) SUNBATHING
ON PUNALUU BLACK SAND BEACH
SOUTH POINT OF THE BIG ISLAND.
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SURFING FROM A BLACK SAND BEACH NEAR
KALAPANA ON THE BIG ISLAND
outdoor activity imaginable including: swimming in
warm thermal ponds, snorkeling/SCUBA, watching
sea turtles at Punaluu Black Sand Beach, surfing,
hiking, zip lining, and four National Parks to visit,
with so much more that awaits you.
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Not to mention, the spectacular night viewing of the
Halemaumau glow in Hawaii Volcanoes National
Park on the summit of Kilauea. Located only 3
miles from Volcano Village where the race is run.
JUBILANT RUNNERS AT THE FINISH LINE
POLYNESIAN DANCERS AT LUAU DINNER
SHOW AT THE HILTON WAIKOLOA
KONA SIDE OF THE ISLAND.
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In addition to the Volcano Rain Forest Runs on August 20, 2016, there are
two other major running events on the Big Island. On June 26, 2016 on the
Kona side of the Island is the Kona Marathon Events with the Start/Finish
with all four races - marathon, half marathon, quarter marathon and 5K held
at the Waikoloa Beach Resort (www.konamarathon.com). On March 20, 2016
on the Hilo side of the island is the Big Island International Marathon with the
Start/Finish for all three of the races - marathon, half marathon and 5K at Hilo
Bay Front (www.hilomarathon.org).
Make
Hawai‘i
Volcano Rain Forest Runs
August 20, 2016
Half Marathon • 10K • 5K
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Volcano Rain Forest Runs
your next run vacation.
Celebrating
Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
Centennial 2016
CONTACT INFO:
Sharron Faff - Director of Volcano Rain Forest Runs
808-967-8240 raceinfo@volcanorainforestruns.com
http://www.volcanorainforestruns.com
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Completion event for the 2016 Big Island Half Marathon Triple Crown Series
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