Rain Forest Runs
VOLCANO ART CENTER RAIN FOREST RUNS

DATE: Saturday, August 21, 2010 RACES: Half Marathon / 10K Run / 5K Run/Walk LOCATION: Volcano Village on the Big Island of Hawai'i 12/1/09 PRESS RELEASE: Volcano Art Center Rain Forest Runs (requires free Adobe Acrobat Reader)

	Event Description 2010 marks the inaugural Rain Forest Runs, which consists of a Half Marathon, a 10K Run, and a 5K Run/Walk. This new event is at 4,000 feet elevation and traverses the majestic native rain forest in quaint Volcano Village and the ranches near Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park. All distances will be open to runners and walkers of all ages and abilities, participating for health, enjoyment, and to raise funds for the non-profit Volcano Art Center.
	Event Start Location   The Start/Finish is at Cooper Center on Wright Road in Volcano Village. Start Times: Half Marathon - 7:00 a.m. / 10K - 7:30 a.m. / 5K - 7:45 a.m.
	Course Descriptions   The 5K and 10K participants weave through the lush native rain forest on the mostly flat, tranquil streets of Volcano Village, while the Half Marathon will continue into the more hilly surrounding upper ranch lands with views of two stunning volcanoes, Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa, in the distance (elevation change is 650 feet). Please note: This event is run just minutes from Hawai 'i Volcanoes National Park, home to Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes.