Mae Wa National Park in Thoen district of Lampang province is best known for its namesake waterfall. Soon, however, more people will see it as a destination for trail runners. On July 14, the park will be the venue of the Mae Wa Minimal Trail 2019.
The event will include races of four distances: 5km, 14km, 29km and 43km. Elevation gains in each contest are, respectively, as follows: 200m, 670m, 1,040m and 1,080m. The two longest races start at 6am, and the other two 15 minutes later.
Runners who finish within the time limit will be awarded a medal. Only those who complete the 43km run will receive the Finisher T-shirt.
You can register online at bit.ly/2I4sAfF (by May 31) or in person at the Lampang office of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (until June 10)
For details of the event, call 054-222-214/5. For information on accommodation in the park, call 081-112-2855.
Cycling in Songkhla
In the southern province of Songkhla, the provincial zoo invites all to a bicycle rally it is hosting on June 9.
The total distance of the fun ride is 27km. Along the way, there will be stations where riders must drop by and join in activities.
For details about the race and registration, call 089-876-6697 or visit http://hatyaicycling.com.
CentralWorld travel fair
For those who do not have a plan to go out of town this weekend, how about a travel fair?
Although the name seems to be missing a word, the "My Life Is Journey" event promises to have everything for travellers of all tastes and lifestyles. At the fair, taking place at CentralWorld until June 2, you'll find a variety of travel-related goods and services, from camping and photographic gear to automobiles and more. Airlines, hotels and tour operators will also be present. So expect some promotional discounts. And, of course, food and entertainment will be available.
For more information, visit My Life Is Journey on Facebook.
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