The 35 running of the Western States Endurance Run from Squaw Valley to Auburn California was held June 27, 2009. The 100 mile run covers a historic trail through canyons and crosses rivers. Over 400 runners participate in a lottery for a chance to run the course. Hal Koerner of Ashland Oregon was the overall winner with time of 16:24:55 and Anita Ortiz was the women's winner and finished ninth overall with a time of 18:24:18. The run is full of excitement as runners tackle the grueling course in 100 degree heat during the day.