Catalina Island Buffalo Run

[KenNiemann]

Pacific Sports

February 10, 2007
The Buffalo Run Half Marathon and the Catalina Marathon will combine to form the American Trail Championship, presented by Suunto. Awards will be based on the combined time in both events and given to the top male and female overall as well as winners in each age and weight category. Participants who compete in both events will receive an American Trail Championship
t-shirt.

The Buffalo Run is the ultimate in trail running using the East End trails of Catalina Island. This half marathon course takes you from sea level to a 1600 foot elevation then returns to sea level. Spectacular views of San Clemente Island and Avalon. We also feature the popular flat and fast Pebbly Beach 5K course on the paved road out to Pe

[KenNiemann]

Boat Service to Catalina Island:

Your boat ticket over to Catalina Island is not included with your entry. You must make your own reservations to get over to Catalina Island. You can take a ferry or a helicopter. Or, if you are adventurous, you can swim. Here is information on all of the ferry services.

1. Catalina Express: [phone].Catalina Express has year-round service and up to 30 daily departuresfrom San Pedro, Long Beach and Dana Point. High-speed boats get you there in about an hour. Call or log on to their site for schedules and fares.


2. Catalina Passenger Service: [phone] or (949)
673-5245.The Catalina Flyer has boats departing from Newport Beach. Call or visit their website for more information. One boat per day, leaving in the morning at 9:00 AM and coming back to Newport Beach at 4:30 PM. Check website for current fares.


3. Catalina-Marina del Rey Flyer: [phone].The MARINA FLYER, Southern California's newest passenger ferry, provides fast-ferry service from MARINA DEL REY to Santa Catalina Island (both Avalon and Two Harbors). Located just 8 minutes from LAX, the MARINA FLYER is the convenient choice for visitorsto Los Angeles as well as Westside and S.F. Valley residents. The very stable high-tech hydrofoil-assistedcatamaran features spacious seating, panoramic views, a sun deck, Admirals Lounge and full snack and thingytail bar. Check their website for special ferry service to support the Buffalo Run, Catalina Marathon, and Catalina Triathlon.