Frequently Asked Questions

the camp

Packet Pickup:

My friend / I did not get a confirmation email — why not?: Confirmation emails went out to everyone who registered. If the email address was entered incorrectly they may have not received a confirmation email. Additionally, sometimes the confirmation email ends up in the SPAM folder. Active does not send out a second confirmation email.
I received my bib number but my friend did not — why?: Final confirmation emails with bib numbers will be sent out on Wednesday December 8. The email program only sends out one email per email address. If you registered multiple people with one email address you will only receive one confirmation email. You will be able to look up your bib numbers during packet pickup.
Can someone pick up my packet for me?: YES!
I would like to change distances (half to 5 km or 5 km to half), can I do that?: Yes, just let us know at packet pickup and we will make the switch for you.
Can I register on Race Weekend?: Yes. Online registration will close Friday December 10, 2010 at midnight. In-person registration will take place on Saturday December 11 from 12pm–4pm at packet pickup at Victory Junction and on Sunday December 12 from 7am–9am at Victory Junction (start line).
My name is spelled wrong, age is wrong, etc.: No problem! Just let us know at Packet Pick-up and we will update the database.
I won't be able to participate; can I still pick up my T-shirt?: YES! You may stop by and pick up your Bib Number, T-shirt and Goodie Bag. We will not be mailing out T-shirts.
I have a friend who would like to volunteer, can he or she help?: YES! We always need an extra set of hands! Please have your friend send an email to bsalinger@johnbingham.com to be assigned a position. Or they can always show up on Sunday December 12 at 7:00am at Victory Junction to be assigned. Ask for Beth.
I have a registration / packet pick-up question not answered above.: For all additional registration / packet pick-up questions, please email Beth Salinger at bsalinger@johnbingham.com.
What time does the event start?: 10:00am 1/2 Marathon and 5 km runners and walkers
Where is the start line located?: At Victory Junction (Randleman NC).
Where is the closest parking?: TBA
Where is gear check located, and when does it open / close?: Gear Check will be available at TBA beginning at 8:30am. After the run you can pick it up beginning at 10:30am. Gear check will close at 2:30pm or when the last athlete crosses the finish line.; Please put all gear in a plastic bag and attach the GEAR CHECK tab from your race bib to the bag. Do not hand the volunteers any items not in a bag (e.g. keys) as they will be unable to 'hold' anything for you during the event.
Will there be Porta Potties at the start? Where?: Yes, there be lots of porta potties located at Victory Junction.
Is there Water and/or PowerAde at the start?: No
I want to wear an old shirt to keep me warm until the start — can I get it back?: Volunteers will pickup any discarded clothing and donate it. Clothing discarded at the start or on course will not be returned to athletes.
Is there a corral system for the start line?: No, please line up according to your pace. If you are a walker please place yourself behind the runners.
Can I wear headphones?: Yes, headphones are allowed on course, but please be aware that the course is open to traffic. Please keep the volume low so you are aware of your surroundings at all times.
I forgot my bib/timing device. Can I get a new one?: Yes, please stop by packet pickup race morning and we will assign you a new one.
I did not pick up my bib, timing device and shirt. Can I still get them?: You can get your bib & timing device during packet pickup on race day, but we will not be mailing out shirts or medals post event.
Where is the nearest coffee source?: TBA
Where is volunteer check-in?: Start line volunteers please check in with Beth Salinger at Victory Junction.
Finish line volunteers please check in with Bill Victory at Victory Junction.
Aid Station volunteers please go directly to your aid station.
Where do the half marathon and 5 km courses split?: TBA
What energy drink is served on course?: PowerAde
How many water/PowerAde stops on the course?: There are 6 stops on the half marathon course and TBA on the 5 km course. All stops will have both water and PowerAde.
What's the elevation change on the course?: The Run to Victory Half Marathon and 5 km courses are hilly and challenging. You can find elevation maps here.
What is the course time cutoff?: The half marathon course will remain open for 4 hours (18:20 minutes per mile pace). The 5 km course will remain open for TBA.
Where is the finish line located?: Victory Junction in the Victory Circle
What time will the first athletes come through?: 5 km — 10:18am
Half Marathon — 11:20am
Do all finishers get a medal?: YES!! Everyone receives a medal.
Is there prize money? What about age group awards?: There is no prize money for this event. There are age group awards for the top 3 in each age group in the half marathon only. The award ceremony will take place at 12:30pm in the Michael Waltrip Marathon Center. All are welcome!
Where is medical?: There will be ambulances on course and a medical team located at the finish line.
Do I have to turn in my timing device?: Yes, please hand it to the volunteers at the finish line after the race.
Where is the massage therapy tent?: We do not have post race massage.
Where can I pick up a course map?: Course maps and elevation maps can be found here.
What type of food is available post event?: All athletes will receive water, PowerAde, fruit, chili and cornbread. If you have special dietary needs, please bring your own post race food and leave it with gear check.
Is there food or drink for friends and family at the finish line?: Yes, friends and family can purchase tickets for cornbread and chili. Coffee and hot chocolate are complimentary.
Is there food or drink for volunteers at the finish line?: All volunteers will receive a coupon for entry to the Fuel Pit for chili and corn bread.
Where can I buy camp merchandise?: Official Victory Junction gear is available at the Welcome Center, located at camp. It will be open on Saturday from 12pm–4pm during packet pickup. The Welcome Center will not be open on Race Day.

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