For more information regarding upcoming races, contact the Varsity Sports & Race Coordinator or call 808-254-7590.

2009 Commanding Officers'
Fitness Series

Saturday, January 24, 2009
2nd Annual VP-9 King of the Hill 5k Run
The television series may have been cancelled, but this race is still going strong! VP-9 hosts its annual King of the Hill 5K on Saturday, January 24 at 7 a.m. The race begins and ends at Dewey Square, and the course takes runners up the hill to the Officers’ Club, then up the even bigger hill of Kansas Tower. Once you reach the top, it should be smooth sailing all the way back down to the finish line. Packet pickup will be on Friday, January 23 at the K-Bay Semper Fit Center from
0900-1600.

Awards
Results

CLB-3 Swamp Romp
Saturday, February 28, 2009
Break out your utility boots, but don’t scrape the mud off just yet - the 15th Annual CLB-3 Swamp Romp is right around the corner. Referred to as Hawaii’s dirtiest footrace, the Swamp Romp returns to Kaneohe Bay on February 28, so start cross training now. The race begins at the Boondocker building, neighboring the Marine Corps Exchange Annex parking lot. 6-person teams will negotiate an obstacle-laden course that includes mud, crawling, jumping, swinging, sounds of combat, and more mud.

Looking for your Swamp Romp team photos? Click the link below. http://www.myactionphoto.com

SM&SP Surf & Turf 5k
Saturday, March 28, 2009
One of MCCS’ most scenic races, the SM&SP Surf & Turf takes runners to the reaches of MCBH Kaneohe Bay, including stretches down our most panoramic beaches. This race begins at The Officers’ Club and winds down through the Kaneohe Klipper Golf Course and beyond.

Awards
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MCAF Criterium
Sunday, April 5, 2009
The MCAF Criterium Bike Race will take participants on a safe, 1.1-mile loop course on the closed runway. It consists of two wide, 90-degree turns and one wide, sweeping 180-degree turn. $15 per biker

Call 808-254-7590 for more information.

3D Marines 10k Run
Saturday, April 18, 2009, 0700
Can you handle a 10-K? If so, then put your feet to the test, and sign up for the 3D Marines 10-kilometer race. Taking racers all across the base, this CO’s Fitness Series race is a real challenge. Avid runners will love this course designed to test novice and trained long-range racers.

Awards
Results

HQBN Sprint Triathlon
Saturday, May 9, 2009
Bike, swim, or run to MCB Hawaii and grab your registration form for the most hardcore event held on the windward side. You had better be ready, because the HQBN Triathlon is right around the corner. The Triathlon consists of a 500-meter swim in the waters of Kaneohe Bay, an 11-mile bike race circumnavigating the entire base, and ends with a 3.5-mile run, all concluding at the Base Marina. Participants may enter individually, or in three-man relay teams. For the relay teams, one person will swim, one person will bike and one person will run.

For results click the link below:

http://www.pacificsportevents.com

VP-47 5k Runway Run
Saturday, July 4, 2009
All of Oahu is invited to get physical and enter the VP-47 5k Runway Run at 7 a.m. The race starts & finishes at Hangar 104, and takes runners along the MCBH Flightline, catching glimpses of historical Pyramid Rock. MCCS will present awards to the top three finishers in various age groups, as well as, to the top three overall Men and Women finishers.

Online registration closed. Those registering after June 29 must do
so at the Semper Fit Center, Bldg. 3037 (808-254-7597) or before the race on July 4.

HQSVCBN Camp Smith 5k Grueler
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Race over to Camp Smith for the Camp Smith 5K Grueler, and show the mountain what you're made of. The 5-K foot race takes diehard runners throughout Camp Smith’s rugged mountainous terrain beginning at the panoramic Bordelon Field. If you think you can handle the race, you are in for a visual delight. High above the Pearl Harbor basin, this race will treat runners to scenic vistas, from Honolulu to Ewa Beach.

HSL-37 Splash & Dash Biathlon
Saturday, October 17, 2009
An amphibious assault is coming to Kaneohe Bay. As they are trained to do, the Marines and Sailors aboard MCB Hawaii will be passionately hitting the surf and the turf around the Marine Corps Air Facility. This is not a training exercise, it for real. It is the HSL-37 “Easyriders” Splash & Dash Biathlon. The race begins with a 500-meter open water swim, then grab your running shoes and head around the flight line for the five-kilometer foot race. Running by the flight line enhances the race by giving participants a military feel during their run. The scenery is beautiful and runners get a chance to run on an active taxiway and see military aircraft.

MCAS Tradewind Triathlon
Sunday, November 1, 2009
The MCAF Tradewind Triathlon is the final triathlon offered in Hawaii this year, so get registered early. The Tradewind Triathlon hits the shores and streets of MCB Hawaii Kaneohe Bay with a 500-meter swim followed by an 11.1-mile bike course, and ending with a 5-kilometer run. This event is ideal for amateur or experienced triathletes, and even serves as the Official Hawaii Senior Olympic Triathlon for 2009.

3rd Radio Bn Jingle Bell Jog
Saturday, December 5, 2009
Jog off that Thanksgiving feast! This 4-mile run around the Nuupia Ponds will help you stay fit throughout the holiday season. In the spirit of the season, a Family Fun Run around the Pop Warner Field track will take place after the race.

Base Rules: Participants may need to register vehicles at the MCBH Front Gate (H3 entrance). Drivers may be required to present Driver’s License, vehicle registration, safety check and proof of insurance. Please obey all posted speed limits, and follow guidance.

Driving Instructions: Enter MCB Hawaii through the H3 Front Gate. Following special event signage, going straight (through the first stoplight) until you reach Pop Warner Field and parking.