E.T. Full Moon Midnight 51K

• Date: August 05, 2012
• Address: , Rachel, Nevada Get directions
• Country: United States
• Race type: Run (Ultra Marathon)
• Distances: Run (51.00 kms)
• Organization: Calico Racing
• Website: http://calicoracing.squarespace.com/et-full-moon-midnight-maratho
• Contact email: [email protected]
• Description: On the fringes of the mysterious Area 51, highway 375 has one of the highest number of reported UFO sightings. Enough so, that in 1996 the federal government officially named the 98 mile stretch of highway the "Extraterrestrial Highway". The ET Highway has become a gathering place for UFO enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With elevations ranging from roughly 4000-5600 feet, the high desert will enchant you with gorgeous vegetation, surrounding mountains, and stunning vistas. An additional treat is the cooler temperatures. Rachel, NV is generally 20 degrees cooler than the Las Vegas Valley; coupled with a midnight run, temperatures should be around 68 degrees in August!
  
  The marathon and 51K start at 12am from the "Black Mailbox" (which is ironically white). Runners will run on the shoulder of the road against traffic. (Ultra) Marathoners will climb to the Coyote Summit at 5591 feet and then descend into the town of Rachel at 4970 feet. (Ultra) Marathoners will PASS by the Little A'le'Inn restaurant (the finish line) turn around and run back to the Little A'le'Inn Restaurant and finish line where the BREAKFAST SPREAD awaits! 8 hour course cut-off.
• Members who are scheduled to race: