TONTO FUN RUN 2005

The runners were treated to a lush green landscape
with plenty of running water this year. The weather
ranged from 45-50 degrees with rain showers and hail
midrace. There were additional steam crossings this
year due to the increased rainfall earlier in the
week.
The trail was in good condition with the exception of
the occassional mud and soft spots.  The usual cat
claw, rocks and cactus were present.
The stream crossing ranged from ankle to waist deep,
an added perk to this years run.
The runners finished with smiles on their face, mud on
their legs and numerous scratches from the foliage.
All in all, another successful run.

John Hughes finished first this year in record time,
although there wasn't much time to chat as the rain
was pouring down in buckets.
Jamil Coury claimed second stating this was the
longest distance he has run.
Laura Nagy was the first female finisher.

Thank you to Gary Culver and friend for manning the
aid station second year in a row. The runners and I
greatly appreciate that you take time out of your day
to support the run.

I want to thank all the runners that came out and
braved the elements today. We will probably not see
Tonto this green or the creek running this high for a
long time to come.

Results:

John Hughes 3:42 *course record
Jamil Coury 4:25
Paul Bonnett 4:37
Chris Latvaaho 4:37
Kirk McCarville 5:00
Mark Cosmas 5:07
Laura Nagy 5:37
Dan Brenden 5:37
Mike Allen 6:06
Dave Hansen 6:11
Debbie Leftwich 6:21
Liz Everly 6:21
Peggy Dennis 6:41

13 starter; 13 finishers

See you next year!
Jody Chase