The Pine Belt Pacer Grand Prix is an annual competition of club members in six categories – open, masters and grandmasters for both men and women.  Points are awarded based on participation and finishing position in Grand Prix events.  Ten points are awarded for participation in an event. An additional seven points are awarded for the top finisher in each division; five points are awarded to the second place finisher; three points to third; two points to fourth and one point to fifth. While club members are eligible to participate in each category that they are eligible, they are only eligible to receive one Grand Prix award.  For example, if a masters runner finishes atop both the open and masters categories, he or she will be awarded only the open division title. In such a case, the second place masters runner will then be awarded the masters title. A special “Young Runner of the Year” honor will also be awarded to the male and female runners under the age of 18 who finishes highest in the open divisions.  Points may also be awarded for volunteer service in conjunction with a Grand Prix event.  Grand Prix awards are distributed each year at the Steam Whistle 12K.