2017 Walkway Marathon Digital Race Packet 2017DigitalRacePacket | Page 56

The only way to see runners during this race is to drive from spot to spot. If you do, plan
for some traffic congestion at key spots. Allow extra time to get from one viewing spot
to another.
Know your athlete’s anticipated pace so you can estimate when he or she will arrive at your
next viewing area.
Be a help. Throw a bag in the car with things like extra socks, an extra shirt, toilet paper,
Vaseline, sunscreen, ice, or lip balm just in case your athlete needs it.
Cheer on your athlete—and all the others! There’s nothing more uplifting than getting a
smile, a thumbs up, a “way to go!” or any encouraging word from a spectator—especially
as the miles pile on and motivation wanes. Cheer, clap, or sing—this is guaranteed to help
motivate your athlete and anyone else who is the recipient of your positive vibes.
Viewing Area Addresses
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Marist College Waterfront: Longview Park Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
*no parking at waterfront
Morgan Lake Trailhead: 31 Creek Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12601
LaGrange Trailhead: 31 Old Manchester Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12061
Gold’s Gym Entrance: 258 Titusville Road, Poughkeepsie NY 12061
Diddell Road Trailhead: 18 Diddell Road, Wappingers Falls NY 12590
Walkway State Historic Park: 61 Parker Avenue, Poughkeepsie NY 12061
WALKWAY MARATHON IN PARTNERSHIP WITH DUTCHESS COUNTY GOVERNMENT