Runners,

Welcome to Naval Support Activity Mid-South and the Navy Ten Nautical Miler!

Thank you for being part of our annual event that not only embodies the Navy's lifestyle of fitness, but also honors the Battle of Midway and the brave men who helped turn the tide of World War II.

It has been said that we should have never won that battle. But thanks to major advances in code breaking Admiral Chester W. Nimitz led the American forces to an unexpected victory against the Japanese Navy.

Our race has grown quite a bit since 2010 and we are very proud of it.

Whether you are looking to compete at the elite level, complete your first road race, or just enjoy the course with friends, family, and coworkers—this event has something for everyone.

If this is your first time to run in June in the Mid-South, you may find it gets warm fast! Be sure to hydrate well and take advantage of the water stations along the way.

Our water stations are located every nautical mile and manned by volunteers. We are grateful to have about 400 volunteers every year helping out with the race from water stations, to EMTs and security. We simply couldn't host this event every year without their support. If you need any help along the course, please don't hesitate to ask!

Happy Running!

Capt. David BrysonCommanding Officer, NSA Mid-South

WELCOME

Why 10 nautical miles...

Our unique race distance represents the distance from

a ship to the horizon line; a distance for which our military

battled when they stormed Normandy in June of 1945. Our

runners gladly take on that challenge to commemorate the work

of our US Military.For you landlubbers, a 10 nautical mile race is similar in length to a half-marathon.

Benefitting the Mid-SouthMilitary CommunityOur organization directly gives back to our sailors and their families by providing quality of life enhancing programs and facilities for them while they are stationed here. Essentially, the Navy community benefits from any proceeds from the event. We are also able to offer opportunities such as waiving fees for wounded warriors and their care takers to participate in the event.

NSA Mid-South hosted the inaugural run June 2010, approximately a month after the base had been flooded out by an average of four feet of water on May 1, and race organizers considered the fledgling event to be a rousing success. Nearly 450 runners from all over the country entered the event, and this year, the number of runners is expected to almost 4 times as many.

The top three scorers in each of 19 age groups and divisions will receive awards, and everyone who complete the race will earn an anchor-shaped finisher's medal.

In 2011 the race included a group of NATO service men and women in Farah, Afghanistan, (and in 2012 Djibuti) chose to run their own satellite version of the race. In upcoming years, race coordinators are hoping to expand the event to other locations, to allow deployed service members around the globe the opportunity to participate.

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The only race of its kind!The Navy Ten Nautical Miler is an event officially sanctioned by USA Track & Field, the national governing body for track & field, long distance running,

and race walking in the United States. The event is being coordinated in association with the Memphis Runners Track Club.

Race Day ScheduleSecurityPersonal BelongingsLost And FoundRace Bib And Timing ChipProhibited Items

Runner Recovery AreaRace ResultsAwards Presentation

Post Race PartyExpo Highlights

Restrooms/porta PottiesAid StationsMedical Support

Start Line And CorralsThe Finish Line

Race Photos

Course MapMini Miler and MapParking MapSponsor Pages

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Pepsi Beverage Company * NEX * Coca Cola ** EHMC * Bluff City Sports * MRTC *

* Park University * Premium Refreshments * Ladds * Eagle's Peak Grille * Helmsman Catering * Smokey Mountain BBQ *

* Millington Chamber of Commerce

Shelby County Sheriff Department * Millington Police Department * Millington Fire Department * NSA Security Department *

NSA Fire Department * NSA Command Services * Navy Recruiting Command * Navy Personnel Command * NSA IT Department *

NAVMAC * Navy Branch Medical Clinic * NSA Morale, Welfare and Recreation Dept.

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LOST AND FOUND

RESTROOMS AND HAND WASHING STATIONS

The Will Call/Cashier booth also serves as Lost and Found. Item turned into Lost and Found not claimed by end of the event (approximately 11 a.m.) will be turned over to admin office when the facility is secured. If not claimed within five working days following the race, items will be discarded.

Every aid station has porta potties. There are also porta potties and hand washing stations at start and finish lines. Refer to map on page 6 for their location/placement.

RACE BIB NUMBERS AND TIMING TAG

PROHIBITED ITEMS

AID STATIONS AND MEDICAL SUPPORT

Please use four safety pins to affix the number to the front of your shirt. Your number must be visible at the start, finish and all points on the course. IMPORTANT: Your timing chip is affixed to the back of your bib. It is not to be removed for any reason. If your timing chip is not worn properly throughout the race, you will not receive an official time.

ALL aid stations on the course will offer Gatorade and water from Premium Refreshment Services. Note GU Energy Gels are included in race packet.

We urge medical caution by all runners, particularly first-timers. Do not go beyond your physical limit.

Runners should notify aid station personnel of any injured or ill runners requiring assistance. A runner who appears to be suffering from a life-threatening condition, such as heat stroke, may be examined by qualified member of medical support team to determine the seriousness of the problem. Runners unable to complete the race will be transported to Emergency Medical Unit near Start/Finish line. Once transportation is requested, it is important that runners not leave the scene by any other means so that their safety and whereabouts may be accounted for.

Emergency medical staff and vehicles are positioned near the start and finish line and mobile units will be on course.

Runners are advised to drink plenty of liquids during the run. Drink in small quantities early and often. Do not wait until you are thirsty. If you are drinking both water and some form of a fluid replacement drink, you should maintain a sensible balance to ensure proper electrolyte balance.

Unregistered runners, unauthorized vehicles, bicycles, skateboards, in-line or roller skates,

and all animals are strictly prohibited on the course to ensure runner safety. Use of headphones is prohibited onboard the Naval installation.

Camelbak packs will be allowed.

baby joggers or strollers,

No bags of any size or type (including backpacks) will be allowed on the course.

ALL RESTROOM FACILITIES ARE OUTSIDE

SECURITY

PERSONAL BELONGINGS

Naval Support Activity Security along with other local, state, federal law Enforcement agencies will conduct security operations during the 10NM race events in an effort to provide an enhanced level of safety to athletes, spectators, staff and volunteers.

Part of the race will go through the secure (fenced) part of the base. To gain access to this part of the race, runners will need to be registered and wearing their bib number on the FRONT of their shirts, so that Security personnel can see them.

Absolutely no "bandits" will be permitted to run this portion of the race, not even a military ID will gain you access past Security through this particular gate.

There is no gear check. Your personal items will need to be returned to your car or left with a friend or family member. DO NOT LEAVE ITEMS SUCH AS PURSES, BACKPACKS, TOTES, BAGS ETC... UNATTENDED AT ANYTIME.

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PRE-RACE CONSIDERATIONS

GENERAL INFORMATION

POST RACE PARTY

The start line and start corrals are secure areas for participants only. Start corrals are used to provide a smooth fast start for faster athletes, as well as a positive race experience with sufficient room to run/walk along the race course. The goal is to keep slower athletes from lining up in front of faster athletes. Athletes should line up in the start corral that represents their expected finish time given at registration.

After you cross the finish line, it is important that you continue moving forward - at least at a slow walk - so that the finish area does not become bottlenecked with exhausted runners standing around and trying to catch their breath.

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AFTER CROSSING THE FINISH LINE

RUNNER RECOVERY/COOL DOWN AREA

RACE RESULTS

Volunteers will be positioned just beyond finish line to award each finisher our famous 10NM finisher’s medals.

Upon exiting the finish line area you will enter the runner recovery/cool down area (which is a secure area and off limits to the public), there you will be given a cool souvenir towel and offered fruit – bananas or oranges. More post race snacks will be found at the Post Race Party. Why? These snacks are meant to stabilize you until you feel like eating something a little more. Medical assistance will be available if needed. Once you exit this area you will NOT be allowed to re-enter.

All race bibs contain a personalized QR code for each participant. Scan the code to obtain your personalized results. Official results are based on the D-tag time. D-tag time is defined as the duration of the time from the moment a runner crosses the mats at the start until the moment the runner crosses the mats at the finish.

Please check results to validate your time, especially if you expect to be an award winner.

The top three scorers in each of 19 age groups and divisions as well as the top three military overall (male and female) will receive

awards. Anyone who is unable to stay and participate in the ceremony

where winners are given opportunity to have Commanding Officer of Naval Support Activity present their award ( to them and pose for free souvenir photo to mark the occasion can submit request to have their award placed in the mail by sending email to mwrwizard@gmail.com.

The celebration begins at the start of the race and will continue until the last runner crosses the finish line. As runners make their way into the runner recovery/cool down area, the POST RACE PARTY AND EXPO will be where family and friends are waiting to re-unite with their athletes. This will take place inside N-82 GYM and feature music, food, drinks, merchandise and hundreds of athletes, family and friends celebrating their accomplishments and brandishing the best finisher's medal in the land!

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WEATHER CONTINGENCY PLANParticipant safety is the primary focus of our event and we will dedicate every effort to providing a safe and enjoyable environment for all in attendance at this year's race. Therefore, the race committee has drafted the following weather contingency plan.

The Navy 10 Nautical Miler is a rain-or-shine event and there is no reschedule date for inclement weather (unless otherwise announced by the race planning committee). There will be no refunds issued for any reason, unless determined necessary by the race planning committee.

Weather will be continually monitored leading up to the event. Safety & Event Staff will consider all possible weather threats to determine the race start status – including, but not limited to, the possible threats detailed below.

Any determination on the event start status will be announced via the Official Navy 10 Nautical Miler facebook page: www.facebook.com/navy10nm.

The Naval Support Activity Mid-South Safety and Security departments have implemented the following delay and/or evacuation plan guidelines in the event of inclement weather:

If shelter-in-place is announced, participants should remain at the closest aid station until given the all-clear to proceed or are ordered to evacuate. Shelters along the course in addition to the aid stations include:

* N-82 Gym (7915 Memphis Avenue)* Glen Eagle Golf Course Clubhouse (6168 Attu)

There are several designated emergency shelters located on-base, so participants on the secured section of the course should follow base security's instructions during inclement weather. If an emergency situation arises while on an isolated portion of the course, participants should:

Ÿ Find a suitable shelter and contact the designated safety number, if necessary

Ÿ Shelter should be of sturdy construction, at ground level, have minimal glass/windows, effectively shield participant from danger, and be accessible by emergency services if needed.

Ÿ Listen for additional information or notification by the base/city public announcement system for further instructions

ŸCheck for updates online at www.facebook.com/Navy10nm

SUNDAY, JUNE 4As a special "Thank You"

to our men & women in uniform who are running,you can receive your VIP Post-Race Massage for FREE.

Massage spots will last 5-10 minutes.

and must have race bib to show proof that you are a registered runner.

Active Duty members will need to present military ID

Your coaches for the Navy 10 Nautical Milerspecializing in coaching

beginning and intermediate runners at all distances.

Mention this ad for a free initial coaching session!

Find us on facebook at www.facebook.com/AandMEndurance

POST RACE PARTY AND EXPO

EMERGENCYEXIT

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The Blair Ball Photo teamwill be taking photos at the race!

Please visit linkhttps://www.backprint.com/blairballphotography/140883

and tell them your email address so that they can send you an email with a link to your race pictures when they are ready.

If you know your race bib number,please enter it for better identification.

Don't forget to hashtag all your photos from the weekend with #10nm and/or share them with us at

so we can keep up with all the fun!www.facebook.com/Navy10nm

FREE SOUVENIR PHOTOSBlair Ball photo team will also be on site to take souvenir photos against a special backdrop. You can download these souvenir photos for FREE (link will be provided at the time photo is taken.) Images will be accessible from a link on the homepage for approx. 30 days after the event. You can expect to see the images uploaded by Monday or Tuesday evening.

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One Nautical Mile Fun Run open to ages 5-12.Includes t-shirt, unique 1NM finisher medal, and more!

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