Founders Half Marathon

Founders Half Marathon

Date: Sunday, December 14, 2025

Location: Carderock Recreation Area (not Park), Carderock, MD 20854 US

Description: The lowest-priced half-marathon in America! Still a full 13.1 miles and full-service on quality and support! This is race #2 of the DCRR Snowball Series. In past years, it's been the Gar Williams Half Marathon; now it honors all the Club's founders.

Course: Out-and-back along C&O Canal Towpath. USATF certified course.

Water Stops: Two water stops at approximately mile 3, 5, 8, and 10.

Registration: Online registration only.

Timing and Results: Real-time tracking available via social media.

Fees:

• Online advance registration (before 8 PM the day before): $0 for club members, $10 for non-members
• Online late registration: $5 for club members, $15 for non-members

Refund Policy: In case of cancellation, pre-paid non-members receive credit for a future Snowball Series race.

Raceday Timeline:

• 7:30 AM: Registration and Packet Pickup opens
• 9:00 AM: Race Start
• 11:00 AM: Awards
• 12:00 PM: Course Closes

Amenities: Post-race breakfast (bagels, cream cheese, Nutella, PB&J, hot chocolate, coffee, tea, Gatorade, bananas).

Note: No t-shirts or medals.