orcas island 100
friday feb 8TH - saturday feb 9TH, 2019
camp moran elc // ORCAS ISLAND, WA
8:00 am race start
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Results and Registration
We will accept 125 people into the race and activate a wait list once we reach that number. As space becomes available, runners on the wait list will be sent an invite via email into the race.
$270 (plus applicable fees) until June 30th, 2018
$295 (plus applicable fees) until Nov 30th, 2018
$320 (plus applicable fees) until the race sells out
All prices include one of the best 100-mile courses in the country, a one-of-a-kind screen-printed thrift store shirt, finisher awards including a handmade, solid brass belt buckle, a low-key post-race party (featuring homemade food and beer), as well as a post race awards ceremony with coffee on Sunday morning.
Our general Rainshadow Race Rules live here.
We will accept 125 people into the race and activate a wait list once we reach that number. As space becomes available, runners on the wait list will be sent an invite via email into the race.
$270 (plus applicable fees) until June 30th, 2018
$295 (plus applicable fees) until Nov 30th, 2018
$320 (plus applicable fees) until the race sells out
All prices include one of the best 100-mile courses in the country, a one-of-a-kind screen-printed thrift store shirt, finisher awards including a handmade, solid brass belt buckle, a low-key post-race party (featuring homemade food and beer), as well as a post race awards ceremony with coffee on Sunday morning.
Our general Rainshadow Race Rules live here.
All entries are non-transferable to other runners.
Runners who cannot make the race can cancel their registration by January 7th and receive a $100 rollover credit to next year's race.
No Rainshadow volunteer and/or transfer credits or other codes or coupons of any kind can be applied to Orcas 100 registration.
Runners who cannot make the race can cancel their registration by January 7th and receive a $100 rollover credit to next year's race.
No Rainshadow volunteer and/or transfer credits or other codes or coupons of any kind can be applied to Orcas 100 registration.
Race Weekend Timeline
The fourth annual Orcas Island 100 will be FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH - SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019. The race starts and finishes at the Camp Moran Environmental Learning Center. As you drive through Moran State Park (from Eastsound), the ELC will be on the right about 1/2 mile past Cascade Lake.
Thursday February 7th
4:00-7:00 pm: Registration/Bib pick-up/Drop Bag Drop Off- Camp Moran
4:00-7:00 pm: Bunkhouse Check-in- Camp Moran
5:45 pm MANDATORY Pre-race briefing- Camp Moran
6:30 pm: Optional pre-race pasta feed at Camp Moran (click here to buy meal tickets)
9:00 pm: Drop bags for Mountain Lake due (rest can be dropped off in the morning)
Friday February 8th
7:00-7:50 am: Bib check-in (you must pick up your bib Thursday and then show our volunteers your bib Friday morning so we know you are officially starting)
8:00 am: 100 Mile Race Starts!
Saturday February 9th
11:00 am: Cut off at Camp Moran, mile 75.6
12:40 pm: Cut off at Mountain Lake, mile 80.3
4:00 pm: Cut off at Cascade, mile 89.7
6:10 pm: Cut off at Mt Constitution, mile 95.5
8:00 pm: Course cut-off
Sunday February 10th
8:00 am: Bunkhouse clean up starts (runners must be checked out by this time)
10:00 am: Theater opens for coffee/snacks before awards
10:30 am-12:30 pm: Post Race Awards Ceremony- Seaview Theater (Eastsound) with snacks and coffee
You will need a DISCOVER PASS to park in Moran State Park. You can buy an annual pass for $30 via this link: discoverpass.wa.gov/ or you can buy a day pass for $10 at the Cascade Lake day use area on the island. The ranger station in the park sells the annual pass, but their hours of operations are limited. We highly recommend you (and your crew) come to the race with your Discover Pass. Runners who are staying in the bunkhouse do not need a Discover Pass, it is included in your overnight fee.
It is highly recommended that you make a ferry reservation for your trip. They sail less frequently in the winter and certain sailing times WILL sell out. Follow this link to book your trip via Washington State Ferries: secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx
Parking is limited at Moran, so we highly encourage carpooling.
The fourth annual Orcas Island 100 will be FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 8TH - SATURDAY FEBRUARY 9TH, 2019. The race starts and finishes at the Camp Moran Environmental Learning Center. As you drive through Moran State Park (from Eastsound), the ELC will be on the right about 1/2 mile past Cascade Lake.
Thursday February 7th
4:00-7:00 pm: Registration/Bib pick-up/Drop Bag Drop Off- Camp Moran
4:00-7:00 pm: Bunkhouse Check-in- Camp Moran
5:45 pm MANDATORY Pre-race briefing- Camp Moran
6:30 pm: Optional pre-race pasta feed at Camp Moran (click here to buy meal tickets)
9:00 pm: Drop bags for Mountain Lake due (rest can be dropped off in the morning)
Friday February 8th
7:00-7:50 am: Bib check-in (you must pick up your bib Thursday and then show our volunteers your bib Friday morning so we know you are officially starting)
8:00 am: 100 Mile Race Starts!
Saturday February 9th
11:00 am: Cut off at Camp Moran, mile 75.6
12:40 pm: Cut off at Mountain Lake, mile 80.3
4:00 pm: Cut off at Cascade, mile 89.7
6:10 pm: Cut off at Mt Constitution, mile 95.5
8:00 pm: Course cut-off
Sunday February 10th
8:00 am: Bunkhouse clean up starts (runners must be checked out by this time)
10:00 am: Theater opens for coffee/snacks before awards
10:30 am-12:30 pm: Post Race Awards Ceremony- Seaview Theater (Eastsound) with snacks and coffee
You will need a DISCOVER PASS to park in Moran State Park. You can buy an annual pass for $30 via this link: discoverpass.wa.gov/ or you can buy a day pass for $10 at the Cascade Lake day use area on the island. The ranger station in the park sells the annual pass, but their hours of operations are limited. We highly recommend you (and your crew) come to the race with your Discover Pass. Runners who are staying in the bunkhouse do not need a Discover Pass, it is included in your overnight fee.
It is highly recommended that you make a ferry reservation for your trip. They sail less frequently in the winter and certain sailing times WILL sell out. Follow this link to book your trip via Washington State Ferries: secureapps.wsdot.wa.gov/Ferries/Reservations/Vehicle/default.aspx
Parking is limited at Moran, so we highly encourage carpooling.
Trail work/Qualifications
RACE QUALIFIER:
ALL entrants must have completed one of the following:
TRAIL WORK: All 100-mile participants are required to volunteer on trails (any trails, any where) for at least eight (8) hours between January 1st, 2018 - February 1st, 2019. Our goal is to have runners give back directly to the trails that they love and train on. The trails would not be there without the hard work of dedicated individuals and as runners who utilize these trails, it is important we help with the upkeep of the trails. Volunteering at a trail race will not meet this requirement. We must have received your trail work form by February 4th. Click on the link below to download the form.
Alternatively, if you cannot complete the trail work in time, you have the option to donate to a group or organization who focuses on trail restoration, building, or conservation. We have set the minimum donation at $50 and you need to submit proof of the donation to volunteer@rainshadowrunning.com.
RACE QUALIFIER:
ALL entrants must have completed one of the following:
- Organized trail 50-miler with at least 7,000 feet of gain between Jan. 1st, 2018-Dec. 31st, 2018
- Organized trail 100K with at least 7,000 feet of gain between Jan. 1st, 2018-Dec. 31st, 2018
- Organized trail 100 mile race between Jan. 1st, 2017-Dec. 31st, 2018
TRAIL WORK: All 100-mile participants are required to volunteer on trails (any trails, any where) for at least eight (8) hours between January 1st, 2018 - February 1st, 2019. Our goal is to have runners give back directly to the trails that they love and train on. The trails would not be there without the hard work of dedicated individuals and as runners who utilize these trails, it is important we help with the upkeep of the trails. Volunteering at a trail race will not meet this requirement. We must have received your trail work form by February 4th. Click on the link below to download the form.
Alternatively, if you cannot complete the trail work in time, you have the option to donate to a group or organization who focuses on trail restoration, building, or conservation. We have set the minimum donation at $50 and you need to submit proof of the donation to volunteer@rainshadowrunning.com.
| 2019 Orcas Island 100 Trail Work Form |
Critical Info
How to Stay Warm at the Orcas 100 - A primer for success in the cold and wet.
We will post the updated 2019 Captain's Log soon.
How to Stay Warm at the Orcas 100 - A primer for success in the cold and wet.
We will post the updated 2019 Captain's Log soon.
| 2019 Orcas 100 Captains Log |
Pacers/Crew/Live Tracking
PACERS/CREW: We do not allow pacers at the Orcas 100. Crew access is allowed at Cascade and Camp Moran during the entirety of the race. Crew access is available at Mt Constitution during the runner's last lap, in order to help ease congestion. Crews are limited to one vehicle per runner. There is no crew access at Mt. Pickett or Mountain Lake. Crews may only provide aid to their runners at the designated aid stations; any help or assistance outside of the designated aid stations may result in disqualification of your runner.
LIVE TRACKING: We will have live tracking for splits at Camp Moran, Mt Constitution, and Mt Pickett.
Questions? The race directors for this and all Rainshadow Running Club races are James Varner and Elizabeth Reese .
PACERS/CREW: We do not allow pacers at the Orcas 100. Crew access is allowed at Cascade and Camp Moran during the entirety of the race. Crew access is available at Mt Constitution during the runner's last lap, in order to help ease congestion. Crews are limited to one vehicle per runner. There is no crew access at Mt. Pickett or Mountain Lake. Crews may only provide aid to their runners at the designated aid stations; any help or assistance outside of the designated aid stations may result in disqualification of your runner.
LIVE TRACKING: We will have live tracking for splits at Camp Moran, Mt Constitution, and Mt Pickett.
Questions? The race directors for this and all Rainshadow Running Club races are James Varner and Elizabeth Reese .
Otherwise, volunteer@rainshadowrunning.com for volunteer opportunities or info@rainshadowrunning.com for all other inquiries.
Course/Aid Stations/Drop Bags
FIVE full aid stations each 25.2-mile loop:
All aid stations will be fully stocked with water, assorted GU (gels) + GU Brew, chips, fresh fruit, chocolate, pb & j sandwiches (and tortillas), soda, hot water, hot soup/broth, and a wide variety of various other tasty ultra fare. We promise to take good care of you and keep you well-fueled while you're running, but please bring what you'll want most during your race, and/or make sure it's with your crew/in your drop bags.
You will have drop bag access at every aid station except Mt Pickett.
Cut-offs will be strictly enforced at each of the aid stations during the last loop of the course (beginning at mile 76.5).
FIVE full aid stations each 25.2-mile loop:
- Mountain Lake:
- Captain: Alex Giebelhaus, Aspire Adventure Running
- Miles: 4.7, 29.9, 55.1, 80.3
- No Crew Access
- Drop Bags OK
- Mt. Pickett:
- Captain: Kevin Meenaghan (interim for Doug McKeever)
- Miles: 10, 35.2, 60.4, 85.6
- No Crew Access
- No Drop Bags
- Cascade:
- Captain: Yassine Diboun, Wy'east Wolfpack
- Miles: 14.1, 39.3, 64.5, 89.7
- Crew Access OK, except on lap one
- Drop Bags OK
- Mt. Constitution:
- Captain: Ian Burton, Team 7 Hills
- Miles: 19.9, 45.1, 70.3, 95.5
- Crew Access OK, except on lap one (depending on road conditions)
- Drop Bags OK
- Camp Moran (also the location of the start and finish):
- Captain: Myke Labelle, Coastline Endurance Running
- Miles: 25.2, 50.4, 75.6
- Crew Access OK
- Drop Bags OK
All aid stations will be fully stocked with water, assorted GU (gels) + GU Brew, chips, fresh fruit, chocolate, pb & j sandwiches (and tortillas), soda, hot water, hot soup/broth, and a wide variety of various other tasty ultra fare. We promise to take good care of you and keep you well-fueled while you're running, but please bring what you'll want most during your race, and/or make sure it's with your crew/in your drop bags.
You will have drop bag access at every aid station except Mt Pickett.
Cut-offs will be strictly enforced at each of the aid stations during the last loop of the course (beginning at mile 76.5).
Click below to download the course map and elevation profile. Thanks to Sean Harrasser, of Wonderland Mapping, for creating these beautiful maps!
| Orcas Island 100 Course Map |
Cancellation Policy
Runners who cannot make the race (due to injury, unable to complete their qualifier or trail work, or other reason) have until 30 days prior to race day to cancel their registration and receive a $100 credit towards next year's race. Female runners who get pregnant or cannot run due to pregnancy complications can defer the entire registration to any year in the future. Please email info@rainshadowrunning.com to work out the deferment.
Follow these instructions to cancel your registration:
Lodging/Accommodations
Moran State Park has a retreat center that Rainshadow will rent out for the weekend for some communal lodging good times, and a summer-camp-in-February sort of pre and post-race party feel. The bunkhouses are heated and provide mats, but anyone staying there will need to bring bedding (blankets or sleeping bags, pillows), and anything else you might want for the weekend. There are showers and bathrooms in some of the bunkhouses and a communal bathroom/shower house for the rest. Please bring your own shower supplies (towels, sandals, soap, etc). The bunkhouses are $38.94/person plus tax. We are charged by the weekend, so when you buy a bed, it is good for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Per park rules, dogs are not allowed in the bunkhouses or the main lodge at Camp Moran. Leashed dogs are welcome on the lawn at the finish area and on the trails.
Click here to buy a bed in the bunkhouse for the weekend. The bunkhouse rental is good for three nights, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Doe Bay Resort and Retreat is a short 5-10 minute drive from Moran State Park and they are offering 20% off a 2-night stay to any runner who books accommodations during any of the Orcas races. Cabins (some are pet friendly), yurts, and camping are all available. Simply enter RAINSHADOW at checkout to redeem this special offer. Doe Bay is also offering a free pass to the spa for all registered runners. Present your bib at the spa desk for your free entry (all overnight guests have access to the spa included with their stay). Doe Bay is also offering the following promo for in house massages:
$15 off any 60 minute massage
Promo code: Rainshadow60
$30 off any 90 minute massage
Promo code: Rainshadow90
This can be done online or by calling in directly to the spa at 360-376-2291.
Runners who cannot make the race (due to injury, unable to complete their qualifier or trail work, or other reason) have until 30 days prior to race day to cancel their registration and receive a $100 credit towards next year's race. Female runners who get pregnant or cannot run due to pregnancy complications can defer the entire registration to any year in the future. Please email info@rainshadowrunning.com to work out the deferment.
Follow these instructions to cancel your registration:
- Login to UltraSignup
- Hover over your name and click Registration History
- Find the race and click Edit
- Click Cancel Registration
Lodging/Accommodations
Moran State Park has a retreat center that Rainshadow will rent out for the weekend for some communal lodging good times, and a summer-camp-in-February sort of pre and post-race party feel. The bunkhouses are heated and provide mats, but anyone staying there will need to bring bedding (blankets or sleeping bags, pillows), and anything else you might want for the weekend. There are showers and bathrooms in some of the bunkhouses and a communal bathroom/shower house for the rest. Please bring your own shower supplies (towels, sandals, soap, etc). The bunkhouses are $38.94/person plus tax. We are charged by the weekend, so when you buy a bed, it is good for Thursday, Friday, and Saturday nights.
Per park rules, dogs are not allowed in the bunkhouses or the main lodge at Camp Moran. Leashed dogs are welcome on the lawn at the finish area and on the trails.
Click here to buy a bed in the bunkhouse for the weekend. The bunkhouse rental is good for three nights, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
Doe Bay Resort and Retreat is a short 5-10 minute drive from Moran State Park and they are offering 20% off a 2-night stay to any runner who books accommodations during any of the Orcas races. Cabins (some are pet friendly), yurts, and camping are all available. Simply enter RAINSHADOW at checkout to redeem this special offer. Doe Bay is also offering a free pass to the spa for all registered runners. Present your bib at the spa desk for your free entry (all overnight guests have access to the spa included with their stay). Doe Bay is also offering the following promo for in house massages:
$15 off any 60 minute massage
Promo code: Rainshadow60
$30 off any 90 minute massage
Promo code: Rainshadow90
This can be done online or by calling in directly to the spa at 360-376-2291.
The closest major airport to fly in/out from is Seattle, Washington.
To get to Orcas Island you'll need to take a ferry from Anacortes, WA, or a neighboring island.
You can check winter ferry schedules, and schedule a reservation for the ferry boat you'd prefer (highly recommended) via this link.
Once on the ferry, though, these directions should help get you to the race.
To get to Orcas Island you'll need to take a ferry from Anacortes, WA, or a neighboring island.
You can check winter ferry schedules, and schedule a reservation for the ferry boat you'd prefer (highly recommended) via this link.
Once on the ferry, though, these directions should help get you to the race.
ORCAS ISLAND CARPOOLING
Coordinating carpools in three quick and easy steps!
- Click this link and scan the spreadsheet to find compatible folks to carpool with;
- Contact those folks or...
- If you don't see what you're looking for enter your own details
2018 Photos, Race Reports and More
Official race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Official race portraits and more by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Matt Cecill Visuals (You can buy prints directly from Matt!)
"100 Mile Eyes-- Vol 2" a photo essay from the race by Matt Cecill
Race report by overall winner, Gabe Joyes
Ellen Bayer Race Report
Race Video by Adina Stinchfield
2017 Photos, Race Reports and More
Official race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Official race portraits and more by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Matt Cecill Visuals (You can buy prints directly from Matt!)
"100 Mile Eyes" a photo essay from the race by Matt Cecill
Race Video by Adina Stinchfield
2016 - Inaugural Event!
Official 100-mile race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Additional 100-mile finish-line/aid station photos by Justin Richards
Inaugural 100-mile race film by Project Talaria.
Race Report by overall winner, Mitch LeBlanc
Race Report by women's winner, and 6th overall, Jordan Maki-Richards
Race Report by finisher Caleb Yawn
Race Report by volunteer Masazumi Fujioka
For inspiration:
2015 Orcas Island 50k
Orcas Island 50k - February 2014
Official race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Official race portraits and more by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Matt Cecill Visuals (You can buy prints directly from Matt!)
"100 Mile Eyes-- Vol 2" a photo essay from the race by Matt Cecill
Race report by overall winner, Gabe Joyes
Ellen Bayer Race Report
Race Video by Adina Stinchfield
2017 Photos, Race Reports and More
Official race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Official race portraits and more by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Matt Cecill Visuals (You can buy prints directly from Matt!)
"100 Mile Eyes" a photo essay from the race by Matt Cecill
Race Video by Adina Stinchfield
2016 - Inaugural Event!
Official 100-mile race photos by Rainshadow Race Photographer, Glenn Tachiyama (You can buy prints directly from Glenn!)
Additional 100-mile finish-line/aid station photos by Justin Richards
Inaugural 100-mile race film by Project Talaria.
Race Report by overall winner, Mitch LeBlanc
Race Report by women's winner, and 6th overall, Jordan Maki-Richards
Race Report by finisher Caleb Yawn
Race Report by volunteer Masazumi Fujioka
For inspiration:
2015 Orcas Island 50k
Orcas Island 50k - February 2014