Oktoberfest Marathon 1/2Marathon & 5K September 29th, 2012 Spring Lake, Michigan

1).  What about the aid  stations?? -  Aid stations are located every 1.5 miles on the marathon and half marathon courses.  On the 5k course they are located at mile 1 and mile 2.  The aid stations will supply water and sport drinks.  Gels will be available at mile 5 on the half marathon course and mile 18 on the marathon course.  Port a Jons will be available every 2 to 3 miles on the marathon and half marathon course. 2) What is the elevation on the marathon course? -  Please see course tab link on website 3).  What will the temperature be on race day? -  Low temperatures range from 51F to 70F 4).  What happens in the event of inclement weather on race day? -  Tune in WGHN 92.1 FM, Facebook and WOOD tv 8. 5). How long will the course be open? -  The half marathon and marathon course will be open for 6 hours. 6). Are there any refunds? -  No, sorry we are unable to offer refunds due to injuries or other unforeseen events or issues. 7). Am I able to upgrade or change my event? -  Yes. You can change from the 5k to half marathon, or half marathon to marathon.  We will ask you to pay the up charge cost at that time. 8). What is the course terrain like? -  All race courses are on a road or a 6 foot bike path.  There is no trail/dirt running on any of the courses. 9).  Where should I stay? - Fairfield Inn in Muskegon.  Please call the hotel directly at 231 799 8333 and tell reservations you are an athlete in the oktoberfest races. 10). I am a spectator where can I see my athlete on the marathon course? -  Ferry park @ mile 1/2, Coast guard park @ mile 2 and 7, rycenga park @ mile 16 and Pomona park @ mile 20.