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Race Guide

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TABLE OF CONTENTS 3 Welcome 4 Schedule of Events and parking locations 6 Course Map 8 Course Turn By Turn 10 Pace Team 12 2016 April Fools Half Marathon 15 COURSE ENTERTAINMENT 19 Committee Members and charity race teams 20 Thank You

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October 2015

Greetings!

On behalf of the City of Atlantic City, I would like to extend a warm welcome to the Atlantic City Marathon Race Series. We welcome all of the athletes, whether it is a rst race or a personal goal to qualify for the Boston Marathon, as well as their ardent supporters of family and friends, to the world famous Boardwalk.

It is my pleasure to welcome the Atlantic City Marathon Race Series back for another year. I am very proud to be a supporter of an organization which promotes challenging oneself, respecting the legacy of the sport, and racing for a cause.

By choosing Atlantic City as a stop for one of the qualifying competitions in pursuit of such a prestigious marathon, you are declaring Atlantic City as a world-class destination as well as a platform for successful sporting events. You are gathered in a rst-class resort that has the ability to meet the needs of every successful conference, pageant, marathon or charity run plus provide relaxation for the everyday traveler. You can “DO AC” with a wide variety of dining, entertainment, and shopping that make Atlantic City a world-renowned travel destination. From its world famous Boardwalk to its beaches to its dynamic and diverse surroundingcommunities, Atlantic City truly has something for everyone.

Our City is eager to welcome you! We hope your time here is pleasurable and will have you wanting to visit us again and again.

Best wishes to all of the athletes for an exciting and life-challenging experience!

Sincerely,

Donald A. Guardian - Mayor

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Race WeekendFriday, October 16 Sports & Fitness Expoand Runner Packet Pick-Up 3:00 PM – 8:00 PM Location // Bally’s Atlantic City Ocean Ballroom 1900 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJFree and Open to the Public

Saturday, October 17Sports & Fitness Expoand Runner Packet Pick-Up 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Location // Bally’s Atlantic City Ocean Ballroom 1900 Pacific Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ Free and Open to the Public

5K & 10K Start Time // 9:00 AM Location // Atlantic City Boardwalk at Michigan Avenue in front of Bally’s Atlantic City Hotel & Casino Gear Check // 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM On Boardwalk before Entrance to Courtyard Awards // 11:30 AM / Main Stage in front of Entrance to CourtyardJeff Galloway Clinic Time // 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM Location // Bally’s Atlantic City Park Room

Sunday, October 182015 Amerihealth NJ Atlantic City Marathon & Half Marathon Start Time // 8:00 AM Location // Races Start and Finish on the Atlantic City Boardwalk at Michigan Avenue in front of Bally’s Atlantic City Hotel & Casino Gear Check // 7:15 AM - 2:00 PM On Boardwalk before Entrance to Courtyard Awards // Top Finishers 11:00 AM Age Group Awards 12:00 PM Main Stage in front of Entrance to Courtyard

Atlantic CityParking LocationsTHE WAVE PARKING GARAGE at Mississippi and Fairmount Avenue. Proceed west on Mississippi, away from the Boardwalk past Atlantic Avenue and midway up the block enter the garage on the right. Trump Plaza vicinity.

Casino Parking GaragesBALLY’S at Michigan Ave. & BoardwalkCAESARS at Arkansas Ave. & BoardwalkRESORTS at North Carolina Ave. & BoardwalkTROPICANA at Brighton Ave. & BoardwalkTRUMP TAJ MAHAL at Virginia Ave. & Boardwalk

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First Aid: Will be available at the Finish Line and on the course at select hydration stations. ALL race volunteers are there to assist you. If you have any injury or problem on the course, please notify the closest race crew volunteer and they will contact 911 and the Emergency personnel dedicated to the race.

• Portable Restrooms on the Boardwalk at the Start/Finish Line.• On-Course Portable Restrooms in Conjunction with Hydration Stations

Map KeyShared Half & FullMarathon Course

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Course Time Limits5K & 10K Walker-friendly.

Marathon 6 Hours (13.75 min per mile average)The nature of the course and road closures do not allow for a pace greater than a 14-minute mile. If you are not able to maintain this pace, you will be asked to accept transport to the finish area so that roads may be re-opened to traffic.

Half Marathon 3.5 Hours (16 min per mile average)

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START at Michigan Ave. on theAtlantic City BoardwalkRUN NORTH on Atlantic City Boardwalk MAKE LEFT onto Martin Luther King Blvd.MAKE SLIGHT LEFT onto Bacharach Blvd. MAKE A RIGHT and run through the Brigantine Connector TunnelLEFT onto Brigantine Blvd., stay leftMAKE A LEFT onto Huron Ave.FOLLOW Huron Ave. RampCONTINUE on Borgata Service Rd. FOLLOW RIGHT LEFT onto Harrah’s Blvd.RIGHT onto Harrah’s Access Road/Ramp STAY LEFT on Access Road ontoBrigantine Blvd.MAKE A LEFT onto Maryland Ave. LEFT onto Absecon Blvd.SLIGHT LEFT onto Melrose Ave. LEFT onto New Hampshire Ave. TURN AROUND at Parkside Ave. and New Hampshire Ave. in front of King Neptune Statue MAKE A RIGHT onto Atlantic Ave. MAKE A LEFT onto New Jersey Ave. MAKE A RIGHT onto the Atlantic City BoardwalkCONTINUE on Boardwalk

HALF MARATHON TURN AROUND at Baton Rouge Ave. and FINISH at Michigan Ave.

FULL MARATHON MAKE RIGHT off Boardwalk at Cornwall Ave. MAKE LEFT onto Atlantic Ave. CONTINUE on Atlantic Ave.

FULL MARATHON 1ST TURN AROUND at28th Ave. in LongportCONTINUE North on Atlantic Ave. MAKE RIGHT onto Washington Ave.RETURN to BoardwalkMAKE LEFT onto BoardwalkCONTINUE on Boardwalk to New Haven Ave. MAKE LEFT off Boardwalk ontoNew Haven Ave. MAKE LEFT onto Atlantic Ave.

BEGIN SECOND LAP OF THIS PORTIONOF COURSECONTINUE on Atlantic Ave.

FULL MARATHON 2ND TURN AROUNDat 28th Ave. in Longport CONTINUE NORTH on Atlantic Ave. MAKE RIGHT onto Washington Ave.RETURN to BoardwalkMAKE LEFT onto Boardwalk

CONTINUE on Boardwalk to FINISH LINE at Michigan Ave.

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Pace Team

Marathon FinishGoal Time

Half Marathon Finish Goal Time Pace Time Pace Runner

3H:15M 1H:42M 7:27/MI. Tommy

3H:25M 1H:42M 7:49/MI. Jamie

3H:35M 1H:47M 8:12/MI. Keith

3H:40M 1H:50M 8:23/MI. Matt

3H:45M 1H:52M 8:35/MI. Steve

3H:55M 1H:57M 8:58/MI. Otto

4H:00M 2H:00M 9:10/MI. Heather

4H:10M 2H:05M 9:33/MI. JC

4H:20M 2H:10M 9:55/MI. Amy

4H:30M 2H:15M 10:18/MI. Kristin

4H:40M 2H:20M 10:41/MI. Yoshiko

5H:00M 2H:30M 11:27/MI. Ken

- 2H:45M 11:27/MI. Rich

Running with a Pace Team The AmeriHealth NJ Atlantic City Marathon and Half Marathon Pace Team is sponsored by Cooper Health Systems. Pace Team members are experienced runners who can help you reach your goal finish time. This is free and open to any runner who wishes to join the Pace Team. Visit the Cooper Pace Team booth at the Expo for more information.

Both Full Marathoners and Half Marathoners will run with the same Pacer. The Full and Half Marathoners run the same course for the first 11 miles of the race. Half Marathon runners will split from the Cooper Health Systems Pace Team at the Half Marathon Turn Around and return to the Finish Line.

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Expo Manage: Pacer Rich | Pace Team Director: Pacer Jim

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ChairmanBoard of Trustees

John P. Sheridan, Jr.President & CEO

The Cooper Health System

Adrienne Kirby, PhDPresident & CEO

Cooper University Health Care

1.800.8.COOPER (1.800.826.6737 ) CooperHealth.org

Proud Sponsor of the Atlantic City Marathon Race SeriesCooper University Health Care is Cooper University Hospital and a network of over 100 medical offices throughout the region. It includes our Signature Programs in cardiology, orthopaedics, critical care, neurosciences, trauma, MD Anderson Cancer Center at Cooper and the only Children’s Regional Hospital in South Jersey. The Cooper Medical School of Rowan University has taken the lead in medical education and research for the new generation of physicians.

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• Finish Line Party at Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville

• Fast, Flat Waterfront Course

• Live Course Entertainment

• Finisher Medals and Tech Shirts for ALL Races

• FREE Post–Race Beer & Food

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Official Beer of theAtlantic City Marathon Race Series

Finishers VillageLocated in theBally’s Courtyard

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Nikki Briar and the Sweet Briar Band -FINISHER’S VILLAGE ON THE BOARDWALK,HARRY’S OYSTER BAR & BALLY’S, ATLANTIC CITYThe Garden State Cowgirl is here to rock your world! Hot, sassy, country rocker Nikki Briar will get your boots stompin’ and hands clappin’, guaranteed!!! Tour and contact information can be found at nikkibriar.com.

DJ JASON E -GARDEN PIER, ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALKAtlantic City born and raised, DJ Jason E is hailed as one of the most sought-after DJs in the Atlantic City and Philadelphia club scenes. His unique style of high-energy music, fused with hard-hitting bass lines has created a loyal fan base. For bookings go to djjasone.com.

DJ JoJo Borsello -AC BOARDWALK AT CHICKIE’S & PETE’S, TROPICANAYou can hear JoJo weekday mornings 5:30-9am on the #1 rated “ZXL Morning Show with JoJo & Scotty” on 100.7 WZXL. When not on the radio, you might catch him spinning music in South Jersey’s finest venues. For bookings email JoJo at [email protected].

Dave Hangley Band -KENNEDY PLAZA ON THE BOARDWALK, ATLANTIC CITYNew Jersey born Dave Hangley has released his first album, “American Made,” with local New Jersey label NNS Records and in 2014 opened for Eric Paslay, Chase Rice, Craig Campbell, Jerrod Niemann, and LeAnn Rimes. Facebook.com/DaveHangley Contact by cell phone 609-992-8248.

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Must be 21 or older to gamble, enter and remain in a New Jersey casino or participate in any Caesars Entertainment promotion. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. ©2014, Caesars License Company, LLC.

NOW OPEN

THREE NEW JAW DROPPERS

We proudly welcome three new restaurants to Atlantic City.

Guy is taking you to flavortown with his Java-Rubbed Ribeye Chop and Filet with Roasted Garlic and Brown Butter!

Experience the Boardwalk Guy style with a Spicy Bloody Mary, Jumbo Shrimp

Cocktail, Jersey Shore Clams Casino and Cape May Fried Flounder.

ballysac.com

Order up Martorano’s Signature Eggplant Stack, South Philly Cheesesteak, Rigatoni

with Sunday Pork Gravy or Bucatini Carbonara and see why it doesn’t get

better than this down-home, red-sauce Italian restaurant. Oh, and don’t forget

Pacino’s favorite meatballs in the world.

harrahsresort.com

Anything goes at Buca di Beppo, where every meal is a celebration! From Bruschetta served in a giant

martini glass to sumptuous chicken parm and pasta, Buca has what you

need to start the party!

ballysac.com

Steve Rosenfeld -VENTNOR GAZEBO ON THE BOARDWALK, VENTNORSteve began his music career in Brooklyn, as a solo acoustic performer in New York local bars. Now, 25 years later, he still enjoys performing at well-known locales in Philadelphia and New Jersey. For bookings, call 609-217-0391.

Dylan McGuire -35TH AND ATLANTIC AVENUE, LONGPORTSince its release, his album “Gravity (Or Lack Thereof)” has seen steady airplay on FM and internet radio and accolades from the press and blogsphere. Dylan’s music is rooted in both alternative/indie and classic rock. He plays frequently in the Philadelphia, New Jersey and Delaware region. For more information visit dylanmcguire.com.

Equity Communications -MULTIPLE LOCATIONSThree Equity Communications interactive radio station vans and two inflatables will be located at various locations along race routes. 95.1 WAYV, 100.7 WZXL and 99.3 The Buzz will entertain runners and spectators alike during all four races, generating support within the community.

Cantor Ralph Goren -ATLANTIC AVENUE AT GILCHRIST, MARGATE

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Must be 21 or older to gamble, enter and remain in a New Jersey casino or participate in any Caesars Entertainment promotion. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. ©2014, Caesars License Company, LLC.

NOW OPEN

THREE NEW JAW DROPPERS

We proudly welcome three new restaurants to Atlantic City.

Guy is taking you to flavortown with his Java-Rubbed Ribeye Chop and Filet with Roasted Garlic and Brown Butter!

Experience the Boardwalk Guy style with a Spicy Bloody Mary, Jumbo Shrimp

Cocktail, Jersey Shore Clams Casino and Cape May Fried Flounder.

ballysac.com

Order up Martorano’s Signature Eggplant Stack, South Philly Cheesesteak, Rigatoni

with Sunday Pork Gravy or Bucatini Carbonara and see why it doesn’t get

better than this down-home, red-sauce Italian restaurant. Oh, and don’t forget

Pacino’s favorite meatballs in the world.

harrahsresort.com

Anything goes at Buca di Beppo, where every meal is a celebration! From Bruschetta served in a giant

martini glass to sumptuous chicken parm and pasta, Buca has what you

need to start the party!

ballysac.com

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proud to support

THE ATLANTIC CITY

MARATHON RUNNERS

Genia BittnerSusan Braunstein

Steven BrogKristy Bzdewka Jamie Cohen

Jack FoxCliff Haines

Janine HainesBruce JenkinsMarg Mancuso

Marc NeumannPatti RuthEric Share

Samantha WolfShannon Wray

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Charity Race Teams

Thank You To our 2015 Official Sponsors

Atlantic City Marathon Volunteers Go the Extra Mile! The Atlantic City Marathon Race Series offers a huge thank you to the hundreds of volunteers, Race Crew members and Race Committee members for creating a special race weekend for each runner.

THANK You Through the support of our local community, various city officials and volunteers, we are able to provide a safe and enjoyable course for runners.We offer a special thank you to Kline Construction, the County of Atlantic, the Cities of Atlantic City, Ventnor, Margate and Longport, Police and Fire Departments, South Jersey Transportation Authority, Atlantic City Office of Emergency Management, Exceptional Medical Transport, the Atlantic City Boardwalk Ambassadors and all others who make this event possible.

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