The Festival of Whales Grunion Run 10K & 5K Run/Walk and Kids' 1K Run (part of the Dana Point Festival of Whales) will take place in Doheny State Beach on Sunday, March 11, 2012 starting at 7:45am.  This is a fast and flat scenic run / walk along the coast and through Doheny State Beach.  The event is part of the two week Dana Point Festival of Whales.  For more information about the Festival of Whales, please visit www.dpfestivalofwhales.com.  

EVENT TIMES 

6:30am     Registration

7:00am     Pancake Breakfast

7:45am     10K Run/Walk Start

9:00am     5K Run/Walk Start

9:45am     Kids' 1K Run

10:00am   Awards

REGISTRATION and PACKET PICK UP

On-Line registration is now closed. 

You can still register for this event at packet pick-up (see details below) or on race day from 6:30am until the start of each race.  Cash or check for on-site registrations, please. On site registrations add $5.00.  We cannot guarantee t-shirts for on-site registrations.

Packet pick up will be Saturday, March 10th at Running World 34155 Pacific Coast Highway in Dana Point from 10:00am to 2:00pm.  You can also pick up your packet on race day - allow extra time!

YOUR RUNNING AND WALKING HEADQUARTERS

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SPECIAL OFFERS

WHALE WATCHING HAS NEVER BEEN BETTER IN DANA POINT,  LETS GO AFTER THE GRUNION RUN. Use the promo code you receive on your registration email confirmation to SAVE 40% OFF YOUR ADULT TICKETS for Whale Watching when you buy online only.

No Boundaries Athletics is offering one month of CrossFit Classes and On Ramp Training for $150.  That's two months of training for 50% off!  Mention "Grunion Run" when you call for (949) 257-2893.  Classes must be taken consecutively, are limited to the specified times, and the offer must be redeemed by 3/11/12.

With an exceptional variety of delectable drinks and tantalizing dishes, Quench Bar & Bistro provides an unsurpassed experience to be treasured. QUENCH BAR & BISTRO IS OFFERING A 10% DISCOUNT on your ENTIRE order.  Just mention "grunion run" to receive the discount.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 

Proceeds benefit the Doheny State Beach Interpretive Association, and will be used to support interpretive events in the park and the refurbishment of the Visitor's Center, Orange County's largest public aquarium.

This will be a chip timed event.  Timing services provided by PrimeTime. 

T-shirts and goodie bags provided for all pre-registered participants.

Overall Male & Female and Age Group awards. Overall Male & Female 5K & 10K winner awards.

Event will be held rain or shine.  No rollerblades or pets allowed.  Strollers will only be allowed behind all other runners.  Registration fees are non-refundable and bibs are non-transferable.

Click HERE for a map of the route.

PARKING

Parking is available within the State Park on a first come basis at $15.00 before 6:45am.  After 6:45am the road into the State Park will be closed to traffic.   Free unlimited parking is available in the west end lots of the Dana Point Harbor.  There will be complimentary race day shuttle service from 6:00am to 10:00am from the Harbor to the event and back.  Pick ups from the Ocean Institute, OC Sailing & Event Center and Dana Point Harbor Drive at Golden Lantern.  Park and ride!  

PANCAKE BREAKFAST

After the run enjoy a Whale of a Pancake Breakfast from 7:00am to 10:00am.

Adults - $6, Children under 12 - $3.  Show your race bib and receive $1 off breakfast! 

Proceeds from the breakfast will benefit Doheny Longboard Surfing Association and our local State Lifeguard Association.

Proceeds benefit the DSBIA (Doheny State Beach Interpretive Assocation) and will be used to support interpretive events in the park and the refurbisment of the Visitor's Center, Orange County's largest public aquarium.

FEES

$40 10K Run/Walk

$35 5K Run/Walk 

$55 Both 10K & 5K

$15 Kids' 1K Run

On-site registrations add $5.00