General Race Information
Registration/Race Packet Pick-up
Race registration and bib pick-up will be from 5 until 10 pm on Friday, January 29 at the Superior Dome (View Map). Same day racer packet pick-up is available upon request. Race packets contain many extras including the coveted Noque ski hats, cloth bib, sponsor goodies, and coupons.
Race confirmation will be sent via email (if available) or by U.S. mail. Please bring race confirmation and proof of identification to packet pick-up. All skiers will need to sign a waiver at bib pick up.
Ski Expo
A Ski Expo will be held during registration and bib pick-up hours on Friday, January 29. at the Superior Dome. The expo showcases our event sponsors.
Clothing Bags
The Noque is going Green in 2010! We are no longer providing bags for the bag drop. Instead, we are providing industrial tags with your number. So bring your own backpack in 2010! Skiers are responsible for getting their bags into the trucks next to each start area. Bags will be taken inside the Dome where they can be claimed following the race. Race officials are not responsible for lost or stolen property.
Youth Discount or Superiorland Ski Club Discount
A $20 discount is offered to all youth (ages 24 and under) skiing in the 25k or 50K race. Superiorland Ski Club members can take a $5 discount if they are members at the time of registration. Only one discount can apply.
Skier Age Groups
Skiers will be placed into the appropriate age group based on your age on race day: 15 and under, 16-17, 18-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, and 80+. Top three in each age category will receive a Moen cowbell.
Food and First Aid Stations
MGH Noquemanon Ski Marathon - Seven aid stations are located approximately every 7K throughout the course. They will contain warm HEED Energy Drink and water, oranges and/or bananas. The 25K aid station will also be stocked with Hammer Gel. All aid stations are manned by local volunteers and service club members. Please thank them as you pass by.
Half Noque - Three aid stations are available for the 25K skiers. They are located at the 19K marker, 11K marker, and the 4K marker. There is one last aid station inside the Superior Dome. The aid stations will contain warm HEED Energy Drink and water, oranges and/or bananas. All aid stations are manned by local volunteers and service club members. Please thank them as you pass by. The Marquette County Search and Rescue and Ham Radio Operators will be on the course.
Friday Night Pasta Feed - Superior Dome
NMU's Conference & Catering Service Department will be providing this years 'Friday Night Pasta Feed'. Join us Friday, January, 29, 2010, in the Superior Dome from 6:00pm - 8:00pm. Adults: $11.50 (includes tax) - Children (under 10): $7.50 (includes tax). Cash Bar - Time TBD
Buffet Menu:
- Tossed Salad with Dressing
- Penne Pasta
- Bolognese (Meat) Sauce
- Marinara Sauce
- Italian Green & Yellow Bean Medley
- Garlic Bread
- Assorted Cookies/Brownies
- Lemonade
- Iced Tea
- Ice Water
Noquemanon Merchandise
Merchandise will be available at the Downwind Sports booth at the Ski Expo and at the Awards Ceremony at Upfront and Company. Downwind Sports is the official provider of all Noquemanon ski merchandise.
Babysitting
Available at the Superior Dome on race day by advance arrangements. Call Race Administrator at 866-370-RACE for details.
Parking/Bussing
MGH Noquemanon Ski Marathon - The marathon starts at Al Quaal Recreation Area in Ishpeming and finishes at the Superior Dome in Marquette. There is plenty of parking at both locations. Busing is available from the Superior Dome to the start line prior to race start and after race finish.
Half Noque - Busing is the only option to getting to the start line of the 25K. There is absolutely no parking available at the start line. You must get bussed to start. Some busses will remain at start area for warmth. A bus schedule will be included in the racer bag during registration.
Photographer
Marquette photographer Andy Gregg will be on the trail snapping photos. You can purchase them through his web site www.marquettephoto.com. Gregg has been published in regional and national publications.
Awards Ceremony
The MGH Noquemanon Ski Marathon Awards Ceremony will be held on Saturday, January 30th at 7 pm in Upfront & Company’s Ball Room in Downtown Marquette. Upfront will be smokefree until midnight. Random prizes will be given out. Only those in attendance are eligible to win. Stay afterward for entertainment and dancing.
Travel Information
Marquette is served by three airlines through Sawyer International Airport. They are American Airlines and Northwest Airlines.
