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What Charities does the Shelter Island Run benefit?
How do I enter the Shelter Island 10K Run/5K Walk?
Can I get my entry fee refunded if I cannot run on June 19th?
Can I register on race day?
Is there an elite field?
What lodging is available on Shelter Island?
How do I get to Shelter Island?
What are the ferry costs and schedules?
Can I purchase a race t-shirt without entering the race?
How can I become a sponsor of the Shelter Island Run?
Q: What Charities does the Shelter Island Run benefit?
A: This
year, proceeds from the Shelter Island Run will benefit three different
local charities. For more information on these groups and
organizations, please call or visit the following websites:
• Shelter Island Run Community Fund - click here for more info
• East End Hospice
• Timothy Hill Children's Ranch
Q: How do I enter the Shelter Island 10K Run/5K Walk?
A: There are three ways to register for the 2010 race:
- 1: ONLINE
Click here to apply online at www.active.com.
2: MAIL
Print out the application form, and mail it in with a check or money order.
MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO SIR INC.
MAIL ENTRY CHECK AND COMPLETED ENTRY FORM TO:
Box 266, Shelter Island, NY 11964
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- 3: IN PERSON
You can pick up a paper application at any of the following sponsor locations:
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- Shelter Island Town Hall
38 North Ferry Road
Shelter Island, NY
(631) 749-1166
www.shelterislandtown.us
- Timothy Hill Children's Ranch
298 Middle Road
Riverhead, NY
(631) 369-1234, Ext. 220
www.timothyhillranch.org
- East End Hospice
481 Westhampton-Riverhead Road
Westhampton Beach, NY
(631) 288-8400
www.eeh.org
- Sea Tow International Headquarters
1560 Youngs Avenue
Southold, NY
(631) 765-3660
www.seatow.com
- Shelter Island IGA
75 North Ferry Road
Shelter Island, NY
(631) 749-0382
- East End Financial Group
318 Roanoke Avenue
Riverhead, NY 11901
(631)-727-8111
www.eastendfinancialgroup.com
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Q: Can I get my entry fee refunded if I cannot run on June 19th?
A: Entry
fees are non-refundable. However, if you are unable to participate but
would like to receive the 2010 race T-shirt, please call (631) 749-7867
or email your shirt size and physical mailing address to director@shelterislandrun.com and we will send you your official 2010 race packet.
Q: Can I register on race day?
A: Entries close at 2,500 participants. If that field is not reached, a very limited number of race day entries may be accepted. However, there is no guarantee that race day entries will
be accepted, and the entry fee is $40 after June 16th. It is strongly recommended you register in advance. Click here to register.
Q: Is there an elite field?
A: Yes. Contact Lorraine Gorman at lskbj@optonline.net if your current 10K time is under 30:30 (male) or 37:00
(female). Waived entry fees, lodging, and a chance at the prize money
are available for our elite runners.
Q: What lodging is available on Shelter Island?
A: Shelter
Island is home to some of the finest inns and bed & breakfasts on
the East Coast. For a full listing of available accommodations, contact
the Shelter Island Chamber of Commerce at (631) 749-0399, or visit
their website at www.shelterislandchamber.com.
Q: How do I get to Shelter Island?
A: Click here for to get directions via Google maps.
VIA SOUTH FERRY
FROM MANHATTAN
Take Queens/Midtown tunnel. Take 495 east until to Exit 70. Turn right
at "yield" sign to Route 27 east. Continue on 27 through the town of
Bridgehampton. At traffic light, turn left onto County Road 79 through
Sag Harbor (4 miles) to Stop sign at flag pole. Go left over bridge on
114 north for 3 miles to the South Ferry.
FROM THE LONG ISLAND EXPRESSWAY (495)
Take 495 East to Exit 70. Turn right at "yield" sign to Route 27 east.
Continue on 27 through the town of Bridgehampton. At traffic light,
turn left onto County Road 79 to Sag Harbor. Take 79 through Sag Harbor
to stop sign at flag pole. Go left over bridge on 114 for 3 miles to
the South Ferry.
FROM NEW ENGLAND
Take 95 south to Exit 84 south to downtown New London Connecticut. At
second light go left onto Gov. Winthrop Blvd. Cross railroad tracks and
go right to the Cross Sound Ferry. Reservations are required and can be
made at (860) 443-5281. Disembark at Orient Point. Take 25A west (9
miles) to the flashing light. Make a left at light and travel 1 mile to
Greenport. At the next flashing light go right for 2 blocks to traffic
light. Make a left at the light and travel for 1 block to ferry to
Shelter Island.
Q: What are the ferry costs and schedules?
A: From Hamptons side via South Ferry – (631) 749-1200; www.southferry.com
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$12.00 one way (includes car, driver, and all passengers)
$15.00 same day round trip (includes car, driver, and all passengers)
$1.00 surcharge per vehicle after midnight
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For all other vehicle rates, contact South Ferry directly at (631) 749-1200
Schedule: Shuttle service runs every 10-15 minutes from 5:40 am until 1:45 am.
Last boat from Shelter Island back to Sag Harbor 1:45am.
From the Greenport side via North Ferry - (631) 749-0139; www.northferry.com
| Passenger Car Rates: |
$9.00 one way (includes car and driver)
$13.00 same day round trip
$2.00 per passenger each way
$1.00 surcharge for SUVs
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For all other vehicles rates, please contact North Ferry directly.
Schedule: Shuttle service runs every 15-20 minutes from 5:40 am until 12:45 pm from Shelter Island; no reservation required.
Q: Can I purchase a race t-shirt without entering the race?
A: Yes.
Each shirt is $20 (which includes shipping and handling costs). Shirts
are available in sizes S-XL. To purchase shirt(s), send a check made
payable to SI Run, Inc. to the following address:
Shelter Island Run
P.O. Box 266
Shelter Island, NY 11964
Please also include a note with your payment indicating the size(s) and quantity of shirts you would like.
Q: How can I become a sponsor of the Shelter Island Run?
A: Click here or contact Mary Ellen Adipietro at (631) 774-9499.
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