The race starts and ends at the Hillsboro Ballpark, which is a great venue since it offers open turf fields (not muddy grass), bleachers to relax in, open sunny spaces as well as covered shady (or dry) areas, and flush toilets in addition to porta potties. The courses for all three distances head west from the start line and are mostly flat. The 15k and quarter marathon (6.55 miles; just a little over a 10k) are out and back courses, while the half marathon adds a little detour to the south to its course as well. Water and aid stations will be less than two miles apart; the quarter marathon has four station, the 15k six, and the half marathon will offer seven.
To avoid delays on race morning, you can pick up your race packet on Thursday at the Downtown Foot Traffic or on Friday at West Side Foot Traffic. While there is plenty of parking near the stadium, carpooling will make parking easier for everybody.
Hippie Chick details:
When: Saturday, May 13; 8am
Where: Hillsboro Ballpark (map)
What: Half marathon, 15k, Quarter marathon, free kids run
Registration: Online here
Registration cost: Half – $80; 15k – $75; Quarter – $70. After April 30th – add $10.
Registration includes: Chip timed race, event shirt, pancake breakfast, drink and snacks, finisher’s necklace, awards.
Packet Pickup: Thursday, May 11; 10:00 am – 7:00 pm; Downtown Foot Traffic. Friday, May 12; 10:00 am – 6:00 pm; West Side Foot Traffic