Rock/Creek today announces that registration for the 2010 Rock/Creek Trail Series has opened. Growth from the 2009 Trail Series and national recognition for races such as the 10th annual Rock/Creek StumpJump 50k will make for an exciting 2010 season. 2,000-3,000 racers are expected for 10 race dates and 14 different race distances from a "kiddie k" up to a 50 miler. Race proceeds benefit The Wilderness Trail Association, a new 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to promoting outdoor recreation and securing access to the outdoors.

Taking place among some of the most dramatic ridges, gorges, and waterways in the mountainous areas surrounding Chattanooga, TN, the Rock/Creek Trail Series beckons runners of all experience levels to experience self discovery.

Racers will discover hidden spots such as Miller Cave during the Mountain Stage Race, unique rock formations like Mushroom Rock and Indian Rock House on Signal Mountain, bluff views spanning Lookout Mountain, TN/GA, and winding singletrack trails along Raccoon Mountain.

This year's series offers a more user-friendly division of information on every race page. Patagonia will provide all pre-registered racers a Runshade synthetic tee. Rock/Creek will also be posting day-of race results and images.

Full race information may be found online at the URL's below each race:

February 21, 2010 Southern 6(k) Trail Race & 1st Annual Kiddie k! at Southern Adventist University http://www.rockcreek.com/southern6/

March 27, 2010 Rock/Creek River Gorge Trail Race 10.2 mile / 6.5 mile http://www.rockcreek.com/rivergorge/

May 22, 2010 Scenic City Trail Marathon & Half Marathon presented by Rock/Creek & Vasque http://www.rockcreek.com/trailmarathon/

June 18-20, 2010 Chattanooga Mountains Stage Race 22 mile / 18 mile / 20 mile http://www.rockcreek.com/stagerace/

August 7, 2010 Greenway 5 Mile Trail Race http://www.rockcreek.com/greenway/

October 2, 2010 Rock/Creek StumpJump 50k & 11 mile http://www.rockcreek.com/stumpjump/

November 13, 2010 Upchuck 50k (By application only- details TBA) http://www.rockcreek.com/upchuck/

December 18, 2010 Lookout Mountain 50 miler / 10k Presented by Rock/Creek & Vasque http://www.rockcreek.com/lookout/

Key sponsors for the race series have committed over $50,000 in cash and prizes for 2010. Long-time supporters SmartWool, Salomon, Vasque PROJECT, Hammer Nutrition, Marmot, Patagonia and The North Face will return this year. Other sponsors include Montrail, CamelBak, La Sportiva, KEEN, Deuter, Trail Runner Magazine, Columbia, Headsweats, and Black Diamond. Local sponsors include Greenlife Grocery and Archer Physical Therapy.

Sponsorship opportunities are still available. Contact mark [at] rockcreek.com for more information.

For more information visit http://www.rockcreek.com/trailseries/

About Rock/Creek Rock/Creek, proud member of Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, is an independent specialty outdoor retailer with over two decades of experience in the Southeast. Rock/Creek won SNEWS & Backpacker Magazine's 2009 Online Retailer of the Year award.

Along with its online shops, RockCreek.com and ClimbingGear.com, Rock/Creek provides quality outdoor clothing and gear for a host of activities including kayaking, rock climbing, camping, hiking, trail running, and adventure racing.