This race was interesting before it started. Joaquin caused it to be rescheduled, which is rare for races. I signed up because the swag was so good (fleece headband and vest, gloves, gender specific shirt size, several free photo downloads). Cherokee is also known for having really good food (fruit, chocolate milk, water, beef tamales, chili, smoothies). The casino caters the event and does a great job. Back to the rescheduling: the race got moved to Halloween, so a few costume awards were given out. I wasn't dressed up as anything, but rocked a pink tutu.
This is a good race for seeing wildlife. I saw four elk and two wild turkeys. We also had the misfortune of running past a dead skunk...twice!
Since the race is on/around the Cherokee reservation, we got to enjoy the music of Cherokee drummers. They play at the start and on the course.
I had an easier time with the course than before. All of this mountain running is paying off. Overall, it's not a very hilly course. I highly recommend it if you're looking for a race with some mountain views. The race benefits the Madison Hornbuckle Children's Cancer Fund.
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