I have run across the Chesapeake Bay Bridge numerous times, but this was the second year of the Bay Bridge Run (under Corrigan Sports management). Pedestrians are only allowed on the bridge during this event.

The event is a big undertaking, as the entire bridge has to be closed to traffic, and everything seemed to go smoothly from my perspective. There were lots of police, and ambulances stationed along the way in case they were needed. Last year, there were crazy lines at the expo, but this year, there was no line.

My friend got us the VIP experience, which included perks like parking at the finish line, a separate area in the starting corral with porta-potties, and a tent at the post-race party with food, unlimited drinks and porta-potties.

Most runners have to pay for parking in one of the several lots (some on the Eastern Shore and some in the Annapolis area) and take a shuttle to and from the race. The VIP runners only have to take a shuttle to the start.

The race has an incline early on, with Mile 2 being the toughest, but after that, there is a flat area and a decline. There is also another hill closer to the end of the race.

There was plenty of communication about the race and my group also received a discount and tent at the finish line for having 40-plus participants.

I gave aid stations a "3" just because I did not stop at the water stop along the way. This is a cupless race, so I carried my water bottle. There are not traditional aid stations; you can fill a bottle and I didn't really pay that much attention to what was offered.

I love the Run, White and Blue 5K, and this was my seventh time running this race. One of my favorite parts of the race is the large spread of food afterward — ice cream, pizza, chicken, beer and more. The swag is a basic T-shirt, but this race is also very affordable and I really don't need more swag.
The course is super flat and goes around the Delaware Tech Owens Campus in Georgetown. It's not a super exciting course, but it is good for trying to run a fast 5K. The course includes a loop around campus and another loop that is mostly the same but slightly shorter. This means runners pass by one water stop twice and one once — three water stops is a lot for a 5K!
Parking is relatively easy but you might have to walk/run a little bit to get your bib. Parking is free and in the campus parking lots.
The race, always held on a Thursday evening, is managed well and I keep coming back year after year!
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The Mike Sterling 10K is one of my favorite races! This was my 11th year in a row participating. It's a fun, small-town race. It's also super affordable, at $25. There are custom awards for the top finishers, along with age group awards. There are also some great door prizes, although I didn't win any this year (prizes included running shoes, a bushel of crabs, crab meat, Smith Island cake and more).

The course is scenic and has water views, goes through neighborhoods and then ends with a little more than a mile on Crisfield's main strip. It is pancake-flat. It's easy and free to park right near the start. Swag included a T-shirt and a crab mallet with the name of the race on it.

I think there were three official aid stations, and volunteers were great. Everything was also well-organized. The race went smoothly, it was easy to follow the course, and there were plenty of porta-potties at the start. Packet pickup was held the night before at Wellington Beach in Crisfield. People could also pick up their packets on race morning, but they weren't entered to win the running shoes.

The race includes a 10K run, a 10K ruck and a 5K walk (participants must walk the entire 5K to be eligible for prizes).

I would definitely recommend this race! Check out my recap at She Runs by the Seashore dot com.

I always enjoy the Dogfish Dash! This was the race’s first year back in-person since 2019. I ran it the day after completing 40.3 miles at the 24-hour Pemberton 24 event, so I did not race it — just participated as if it were a fun run/walk.

The course was 3.8 miles this year — a new distance. I thought the course was more scenic than in the past. I enjoyed the views and a rail trail section. The course starts and ends at Dogfish Head Craft Brewery. It’s pretty flat, with a few hills that are noticeable to someone from a flat area (like I am).

I always like the unique swag at this race. I’m using the tote bag now (I’m writing this from the airport), and I also got a shirt and reusable water bottle. Two beers and a small food buffet are also included (the number of beers has gone down over the years — from four, then three beers).

There isn’t enough room for everyone to park at the brewery, but I was able to park pretty close by at a local school. Parking is free.

You do have to pick up your packet before race day. I couldn’t make it on the offered days, so thankfully a friend was able to get mine.

It’s a fun event and definitely a must-run for Dogfish Head fans! Registration usually opens in April and sells out quickly.