University of Alaska Fairbanks - Denali Yearbook (Fairbanks, AK)

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» A. ' I wmm Marathon entrants give their all as they leave the starting line Patty Gym. ) fksmsi. 4 Runner meets runner face-to-face for a change as the trail becomes a one-way street at the mid-point atop Ulerhaven. «• t 25

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Marathon Draws 1000 This year ' s Equinox Marathon attracted more than 1,000 runners of all ages. Among those to finish the grueling hike September 21 were President and Mrs. William Wood. The rugged trail led through densely wooded areas, along hard gravel roads, up and down challenging slopes, tlirough areas bright with autumn hues, and finally across the finish line. For the past several years members from the Army biathalon teams and track stars from Lathrop High School have won top positions in the Marathon with University runners following close behind. Entrants must complete the course in eight hours in order to qualify as finishers. But whether you were a qualified finisher or a spectator, the distance of the 26 mile 385 yard Marathon proved to be an exciting attraction. Dust and cannon smoke from the starting gun cloud c the sky as more than 1 ,000 runners charge the first hill just beyond the l t 4 ' if t A 24

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Lathrop men had their hands full carrying six Lathrop bunnies the entire 26 miles. Here, bunny Terri Staib receives the royal treatment. Electronics technology is represented by a loyal student. A lonely but patient Dave Reger awaits runners at a chilly check point. ■ A M, A-. . C . ' • VX - J i. 26