Marine Corps Marathon 2011- Washington, DC

[Rocky C]

The Marine Corps Marathon, the annual race known as the “The People’s Marathon” brings together runners from all walks of life to participate in a patriotic race and a day of family-friendly activities. The traditional Marine Corps Marathon course is 26.2 miles and a 10K race also allows runners of all ages to join in a shorter 6.2 mile event. The weekend includes additional events including a Health and Fitness Expo, the Healthy Kids Fun Run, Crystal Run (a festival in Crystal City), and the Marine Corps Marathon Finish Festival.

Marathon Date: Sunday, October 30, 2011. Start Time: 7:50 a.m.

[Parks]

First time in three years I don't have to work this. Amazing.

[sdk87to91]

I ran it in '89. One of the highlights of my time in the Corps. 3hr 54min

I hope I never forget the platoon of grunts who finished in formation, and in boots and utes.

We were walking back to the car after our complementary beer from the beer wagon whenwe saw them come in. They may have been hours behind me but they were in stinking boots and utes!