Some people have expressed interest in running a half or full marathon this spring. Below is a quick summary of suggested events. Shamrock and Lehigh Valley will fill up quickly.
| Event | Location | Date | Cost | Club? |
| Shamrock Marathon/Half | Virginia Beach, VA | 3/16/08 | $85/$70 (HM) | Yes |
| Jersey Shore Marathon Distance Run | Seaside Heights, NJ | 4/19/08 | $35 | Yes |
| Lehigh Valley Half Marathon | Allentown, PA | 4/27/08 | $60 | No |
The Club column refers to whether or not the Running Club could provide official assistance with the event in the form of an entry fee subsidy, transportation, and food. Since April 25th is the last day of classes, events after this date are not eligible for club assistance.
Details:
- Shamrock
- Oceanfront road course closed to traffic
- 2009 Boston qualifier
- 2000 people in marathon, 7000 in half
- 6½ hour drive from Lehigh
- Jersey Shore
- Oceanfront road course from Seaside Heights to Asbury Park
- Primarily a five-leg relay event with a small number of solo runners
- Not closed to traffic
- 2 hour drive from Lehigh
- Lehigh Valley
- Scenic rural course with few rolling hills
- 3500 people
- 20 minute drive from Lehigh