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ACTIVITY GUIDE OCT. 21-22, 2017

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Welcome...... 3 Schedule of Events...... 4 Sponsors...... 7 Sport & Health Expo...... 9 Speaker Series...... 10 Kidz Zone...... 11 Information Booth...... 12 Marathon Merchandise...... 12 Photography...... 12 Toddler Trot & Diaper Dash...... 13 My BOLD Walk...... 14 KidsK...... 15 5K...... 16 10K...... 17 Full, Relay & Half Marathon...... 18 Course Map...... 19 Start Line Map...... 21 Pacing Assistance, Bag Check, Lost & Found..... 22 Runner Safety & Security ...... 23 Rules of the Road & Headphone Policy ...... 24 Traffic Flow...... 25 Parking at the Finish Line...... 26 Charity Programs...... 27 Sport Psych Team...... 28 Cheer Teams...... 28 Tips & Cheers for Spectators...... 29 Great Viewing Spots...... 30 Checking Race Results...... 31 Awards Categories...... 32 Top Finishers...... 32 Post Race Festivities...... 33 Race Goodies...... 33 Photos provided by Volunteer Thank You...... 35 Save the Date...... 36

mankatomarathon.com 2 WELCOME

Welcome runners, spectators and volunteers. We are so glad you have come out to participate in the eighth annual Mankato Marathon. Bringing this exciting event to the Greater Mankato community is possible because of the many people and organizations who contributed to make this event a reality. Our greatest hope is that you Presented by enjoy this event and will want to return year after year.

We are proud Mankato is the host of this event because it truly is a scenic and welcoming community. You will find you are surrounded by beauty and hospitality everywhere you go. We invite you to take advantage of the amenities throughout the community including our variety of restaurants and entertainment options, fun kids activities, extensive parks and trails and many attractions. Find out more at www.visitmankatomn.com.

In addition to all of the races included in the Mankato Marathon weekend, we also have several fun activities planned including the Sport & Health Expo, the Speaker Series & Kidz Zone. There will also be plenty of post-race festivities following the races. Take a look through the Activities Guide to see what we have in store for you. Mark Bongers, CEO, Final Stretch, Inc. Anna Thill, President, Visit Mankato Thank you again for participating and have a wonderful time! ABOUT THE EVENT OWNERS

ABOUT FINAL STRETCH, INC. Final Stretch, Inc. is a race management company that has been promoting events in the upper Midwest for 19 years. The company is managed by Mark Bongers, who took over ownership of the company in 2002. Final Stretch has a business philosophy of marketing fun, unique, high quality races to the running community. Final Stretch’s experience and quality management processes combine with each race’s “community feel” to provide runners with an experience different than any other events. We are continuously looking for new events to compliment our current events at Final Stretch. Additionally, Final Stretch continues to improve the service provided to each runner in order to ensure every participant can say, “Today was a great day to run and I had a fabulous time!” www.finalstretch.com

ABOUT VISIT MANKATO Visit Mankato is an affiliate of Greater Mankato Growth, Inc., which also includes Greater Mankato Growth and City Center Partnership. Visit Mankato leads the development of the visitor economy in Mankato by actively promoting Mankato as a premier destination for conventions, tournaments and tourism. These activities bring a steady flow of visitors and business activity to Mankato that benefits local residents and future visitors. The work of Visit Mankato helps strengthen the hospitality industry which provides jobs, a diverse tax base and amenities for everyone to enjoy. www.visitmankatomn.com

3 mankatomarathon.com SCHEDULE OF EVENTS

SATURDAY, OCT. 21 11:00 am -6:00 pm Scheels Sport & Health Expo Minnesota State University, Mankato, Myers Field House • Packet pick-up for pre-registered runners. All runners are encouraged to pick-up packets at the Expo. KidsK and 5K packet pick-up are also at the Expo. • Registration for the KidsK (if race is not full) between 11:00-2:00 pm • Registration for 5K (if race is not full) between 11:00-3:30 pm • Registration for 10K, Relay, Half Marathon and Marathon (for races that are not filled) 11:00-6:00 pm. No registration on race day! 12:00-6:00 pm Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic Speaker Series Minnesota State University, Mankato, Myers Field House • Featuring Heather Kampf 1:00 pm Pediatric and Adolescent Dentistry Toddler Trot & Diaper Dash Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot 21 • 1:00 pm Toddler Trot • 1:10 pm Diaper Dash 1:30 pm My Bold Walk Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot 21 • 1:20 pm Line-up • 1:30 pm Start • 2:30 pm Concludes 2:45 pm YMCA KidsK Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot 21 • 2:30 pm All kids line up at the starting line • 2:45 pm Race begins for kids ages 7-12 • 3:00 pm Race begins for kids ages 6 and under 4:00 pm Pork Power 5K Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot 21 • 3:50 pm Line-up • 4:00 pm Race begins • 5:15 pm Race Awards during OFC Speaker Series at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo SUNDAY, OCT. 22 6:00-7:05 am Bus transportation is from the Cherry Street Ramp, to Minnesota State University, Mankato parking lots along Stadium road. Busses do not return to the start. 6:10-7:15 am Packet pick-up at Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot 21. Please pick up at Expo if possible. No race day registration. 7:20 am 10K Pre-race line-up 7:30 am 10K Race START at its own START line 8:00 am Marathon, Relay and Half Marathon START 8:00 am Post Race festivities begin on Front Street 9:30 am 10K Awards Ceremony 11:15 am Half Marathon Awards Ceremony 1:00 pm Marathon and Relay Marathon Awards Ceremony 2:15 pm Official timing for races concludes 2:30 pm Post Race Festivities conclude. See you next year!!

mankatomarathon.com 4 Here for you this weekend — and beyond Join Mayo Clinic Health System for these health and wellness opportunities!

Saturday Mankato Marathon Expo Sunday Myers Field House, Minnesota State University, Mankato October 21 Free and open to all. October 22

12:30–1 p.m. 11 a.m.–3 p.m. 11 a.m.–7 p.m. 9 a.m.–2 p.m. Speaking of Health Ask an expert Rethink your drink Sports Medicine presentation Orthopedics and Sample fruit- and Spot “Feeling your best Sports Medicine vegetable-infused After you cross on race day: Crucial experts will be on waters and pick up the finish line, nutrients for before hand to answer items to help you stop by the Sports and after” questions. try new recipes at Medicine Spot for post-race Anne Harguth Mayo Clinic home. treatment from Registered Dietitian Health System Mayo Clinic Health Mayo Clinic Health System expo booth System expo booth athletic trainers, (near registration) Kristen Steidl, M.D. (near registration) physicians and Family Medicine physical therapists. Mayo Clinic Health System

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MCHS Here for you M Marathon 2017.indd 1 9/28/2017 12:29:04 PM ORTHOPEDIC CARE FROM Here for you this weekend — and beyond HEAD TO TOE Join Mayo Clinic Health System for these health and wellness opportunities!

Saturday Mankato Marathon Expo Sunday Myers Field House, Minnesota State University, Mankato October 21 Free and open to all. October 22

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mankatomarathon.com 8 SPORT & HEALTH EXPO SATURDAY, 10.21.17 11:00 AM-6:00 PM Myers Field House Minnesota State University, Mankato

The Scheels Sport & Health Expo is home base for all pre-marathon action. This Expo is the place for packet pick-up, shopping, expo booths, the Kidz Zone and Speaker Series. There will be many exhibitors ranging from sporting goods to specialty items and sports organizations to service providers. It is sure to be worth your while whether you are a runner or a spectator on Mankato Marathon weekend.

Directions to Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found on the course map on pages 19 & 20.

Sport & Health Expo Saturday Registrants Parking Myers Field House Lots 5, 22, 23 Parking

Volunteer Parking Lot 4 Lot 5 Lot 4

Sport & Health BUS Lot 20 Expo Lot 21 Lot 22 Lot 23 Volunteer No No Parking FREE FREE Check-In Parking PARKING PARKING Myers Field House Lot 20A Lot 21 No Lot 22-23 Parking No Parking FREE Parking

Starting Line for all races (Sat & Sun)

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9 mankatomarathon.com SPEAKER SERIES SATURDAY, 10.21.17 12:00-6:00 PM Myers Field House Minnesota State University, Mankato HEATHER KAMPF Getting Back Up After You Fall Down 2:30 – 3:15 PM The Mankato Marathon is excited to have Heather Kampf a the 2016 Mankato Marathon! Heather is a 2005 graduate of Rosemount High School where her prep career included the Minnesota Class AA state title in the 800 meters and the 400 meters.

At the University of Minnesota, Heather was the most highly decorated Gopher women’s track athlete, and the only runner to compete in every NCAA Championship in cross country, indoor and outdoor track during the time she was at the University. She was a nine-time All American, the NCAA Indoor Champion in 2006 in the 800 meters and contributed to the Gophers’ six Big Ten Conference Team Titles between 2006-2009. She graduated with a degree in Kinesiology and minored in Psychology.

Heather has competed in the 2008, 2012, and 2016 U.S. Olympic Trials, where her highest finish was 7th place in the 2012 800 meters. She is a four-time U.S. Champion in the Road Mile (2012, 2014, 2015, 2016), to earn herself the nickname of “Queen of the Road Mile”. In 2014, Heather qualified for the World Indoor Championships in Sopot, Poland, where she was a finalist in the 1500m. Most recently, she placed 2nd in the 2-mile, and 3rd in the mile at the 2017 U.S. Indoor Track and Field Championships.

Heather is sponsored by ASICS America, and has been a member of Team USA Minnesota since 2009. In addition to her professional running career, she works part-time at Mill City Running in NE Minneapolis, she coaches Apple Valley Girls Cross Country, and offers private coaching to individual runners as well. You won’t want to miss the experts at the Orthopaedic & Fracture Personal Records: Clinic Speaker Series. You will find the topics to be targeted, relevant and helpful. 800m 2:00.04 12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Anne Harguth, RDN and Dr. Kristen Steidl Mayo Clinic Health System 1500m 4:04.46 Feeling Your Best on Race Day: Crucial Nutrients for Before and After. Road Mile 4:19.8 1:30 – 2:00 p.m. Heather Kampf. Children’s Session. Track Mile 4:27.23 2:00 – 2:30 p.m. Dr. Scott Stevens, Orthopaedic Sports Medicine Specialist 3000m 8:51.27 Orthopaedic & Fracture Clinic. The Negative Split: The Holy Grail of Distance Running? 2:30 – 3:15 p.m. Heather Kampf. Getting Back Up After You Fall Down. 5:15 p.m. 5K Awards Ceremony

mankatomarathon.com 10 KIDZ ZONE

The HyVee kidz zone is located at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo in Myers Field House. There will be games, activities and the MSU Climbing Wall. Parents must accompany kids in the Kidz Zone.

BounceTown Kids bouncing off the walls? It’s not always a bad thing! Let your little bouncers have fun while getting some exercise in the inflatable bounce house from BounceTown.

Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota Kids can get dressed up – no costume required! The Children’s Museum of Southern MN will be providing face painting and temporary tattoos.

Gather in the Green Seam Come play a familiar game with a fun fall twist! Gather in the Green Seam will be hosting a pumpkin ring toss, complete with prizes. Fun for all ages!

Hy-Vee Make sure you check out the variety of fun Kids fit activities, giveaways, and samples provided by Hy-Vee Dietitians and Kidsfit trainers.

Kid-Oh! Magazine Stop by the Kid-Oh! Table to make a noise maker to cheer on your favorite runner.

KnockerBall Get your socks knocked off playing this exciting new sport! Hop inside an inflatable ball and see why kids across the USA are loving this fun sport.

Minnesota State University, Mankato Adventure Education Program Take fun to new heights and come climb the Minnesota State University, Mankato indoor climbing wall! Complete with areas for beginners to routes that challenge even expert climbers, it’s sure to be a fun challenge for the entire family.

WOW! Zone The WOW! Zone will be offering four lanes of bowling fun for t kidz zone he whole family to test their skills. How many strikes can you get? Official Sponsor: YWCA Kerplunk! Come play the giant sized version of this family favorite game. Be careful not to let the balls fall and go kerplunk!

11 mankatomarathon.com INFORMATION BOOTH

Find information about the weekend events and the Mankato community from the Visit Mankato staff at the Mankato Marathon Information Booth.

The booth is located at the entrance of the Scheels Sport & Health Expo on Saturday and at the Post Race Party on Sunday. MANKATO MARATHON MERCHANDISE

The Mankato Marathon Merchandise Booth is the only location where Mankato Marathon items are sold. Shoppers will find apparel and sales on the previous year’s merchandise. Find this booth in the Scheels Sport & Health Expo on Saturday and at the Post Race Party on Sunday.

RACE PHOTOGRAPHY

SPX Sports, a division of Quality 1 Hr Foto, is Minnesota’s premier event photographer, specializing in sports of all kinds. They have partnered with the Mankato Marathon to shoot photos of each running event from start to finish. Look for the booth at the Post Race Area to get an official Mankato Marathon photo of yourself with a Mankato Marathon backdrop. SPX Sports, will provide specialty products at the event and afterward online. Be sure to get your photo taken of you at the finish line! You can find more information about SPX Sports, and where to order photos at www.spxsports.com. There is a link to the site on the Mankato Marathon website at www.mankatomarathon.com.

mankatomarathon.com 12 TODDLER TROT & DIAPER DASH SATURDAY, 10.21.17 1:00 PM START Minnesota State University, Mankato Parking Lot 21

Start them while they are young. These free races offer a 50 yard dash for toddlers (ages 2-5 years) and 10 yard crawl for babies (up to 24 months). Both races will take place in Minnesota State University, Mankato Parking Lot 21. This is not a timed event-it’s just for fun. • 11:00 – 12:50 pm Registration & packet pick-up at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo • 1:00 pm – Toddler Trot begins (ages 2-5 years old) • 1:10 pm – Diaper Dash begins (up to 24 months)

Toddler Trot and Diaper Dash Sponsor:

13 mankatomarathon.com MY BOLD WALK SATURDAY, 10.21.17 1:30 PM START Minnesota State University, Mankato START and FINISH on Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus Parking Lot 21.

My Bold Walk is a 0.6-mile walk for people who may not be able to participate in races because of physical inactivity, chronic disease, or disability but are looking to get involved in a supported event.

This walk is all about you and your journey. You decide how long you want to walk the 0.6 mile loop course located at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Rest stations will be available along the entire course. Families are also encouraged to participate.

We are proud to be the only race in the nation to provide this opportunity and will do our best to accommodate the needs of all participants.

• 11:00- 12:50 pm Registration & packet pick-up at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo • 1:20 pm My Bold Walk line up Official My Bold Walk Sponsors: • 1:30 pm My Bold Walk begins • 2:30 pm My Bold Walk concludes

Sport & Health Saturday Expo Packet Pick-up and Registration (if the race is not full): 11:00 A. M. - 1:20 P. M. Myers Field House Race Start ie 1:20 P. M. My Bold walk Line UP 1:30 P. M. My Bold Walk Start 2:30 P. M. My Bold Walk Concludes

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mankatomarathon.com 14 KIDSK SATURDAY, 10.21.17 2:45 PM START START and FINISH on Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus Parking Lot 21 The YMCA KidsK is an athletic event not to be missed. The KidsK is open to all youth. Kids can come early and get their face painted, hair colored and participate in an arts and craft activity before the race. Kids can also get involved in some fun warm-up exercises. Young participants will run under the official marathon gantry just like the adults on Sunday’s run. This is a fun run. A clock will be at the finish, but no times will be recorded. All runners will receive a t-shirt and a YMCA KidsK medal. Race is limited to 400 participants.

• 11:00-1:30 pm Registration and packet pick-up at Scheels Sport & Health Expo • 2:15 pm Pre-race line up and YMCA warm-up activity • 2:45 pm Race begins for kids ages 7-12 • 3:00 pm Race begins for kids ages 6 and under

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Packet Pick-up and Registration (if the race is not full): 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Myers Field House

Race Start Time: Sport 1:00 p.m. Toddler Trot 2 to 5 year olds & 1:10 p.m. Diaper Dash Up to 24 months of age Health 2:35 p.m. All kids need to be at the start line 2:45 p.m. 7 to 12 year olds Expo 3:00 p.m. 6 and under

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Pork Power SATURDAY, 10.21.17 4:00 PM START START and FINISH on Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus Parking Lot 21. Don’t miss this one of a kind race complete with a bacon station, pork loin at the finish line and pig medals. There will be no bag drop for the 5K event. Please leave your clothing in your car or with a friend or family member. This race is ChampionChip timed by Final Time. Results will be posted on Final Time and on the Mankato Marathon website. All runners will receive a t-shirt and medal. You can go to Final Time via www.finaltiming.com. The course is not certified.

• 11:00-3:30 pm registration and packet pick-up at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo • 4:00 pm Race begins • 5:15 pm Race Awards during the OFC Speaker Series at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo

Official 5K Sponsor:

Pork Power RACE MAP

mankatomarathon.com 16 10K Sunday, 10.22.17 7:30 AM START Minnesota State University, Mankato Parking Lot 21 FINISH on Front Street

Please refer to the course map on pages 19 and 20.

Packet pick up is recommended on Saturday from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo located in Myers Field House on the Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus. You are allowed, if necessary, to pick up your packet near the START line at the Minnesota State University, Mankato Parking Lot from 6:10 - 7:15 am. This race is ChampionChip timed by Final Time. Results will be posted on Final Time and Mankato Marathon websites. You can go to Final Time via www.finaltiming.com. The course is USATF certified.

Please refer to the schedule on page 4.

Don’t forget to pick up a copy of the Mankato Free Press on Monday, October 23 for a listing of race results.

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17 mankatomarathon.com FULL, RELAY & HALF Sunday, 10.22.17 8:00 AM START Minnesota State University, Mankato Presented by Parking Lot 21 FINISH on Front Street

Please refer to the course map on pages 19 and 20.

Packet pick-up is recommended on Saturday from 11:00 pm to 6:00 pm at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo located in Myers Field House on the Minnesota State University, Mankato Campus. You are allowed, if necessary, to pick up your packet near the START line at the Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lot from 6:10 to 7:15 am. No race day registration.

Please refer to the schedule on page 4.

The course is USTAF certified. Your marathon race time can be used to qualify for Boston’s Marathon. Official race timing for the marathon will be kept 6 hours and 15 minutes (2:15 pm).

These races are ChampionChip timed by Final Time. Results will be posted on Final Time and on the Mankato Marathon website under the race results tab. You can go to Final Time via www.finaltiming.com. Don’t forget to pick up a copy of the Mankato Free Press on Monday, October 23 for a listing of race results.

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BUS Bus Drop transportation from Lot 22 Lot 23 RUNNERS Lot 20 Lot 21 No FREE First Volunteer the Cherry Street Aid FREE

BUS No Parking Parking Parking PARKING Bus Only Lane PARKING RUNNERS Ramp to the start PARKING Water Booth FULL, HALF, RELAY START CHUTE Bus Only 10K CHUTE LOT 21 SOUTH Areas line at Minnesota Lot 20A FREE FREE PARKING PARKING State University, FREE • Information • First Aid Pacers Water

Minnesota PARKING • Registration Mankato. The last Packet Pickup Restrooms bus will leave from Registration Packet Pick-up Bag Drop Sports Psych Team the Cherry Street 10K Relay, Half & Full Marathon Bag Drops Bag Drops Ramp at 7:05 am.

SHOP105MP_09/16 All runners are either required to take the bus from the Cherry Street Ramp to the START line at the Minnesota State University, Mankato lots or get a ride to the start. No busses will return you to the start after the race.

The START lines for all races (10K, Half, Relay and Marathon) are located in the parking lots of the Minnesota State University, Mankato campus. The parking lots are located on the southwest corner of Stadium Road and Monks Avenue. If you are dropping your runner off, please remember that you will be able to park in these lots on the north half but not on the south half. The actual START lines are in the middle of these lots. All 10K runners will start at a separate START Line at 7:30 am.

Please DO NOT park on Stadium Road from Monks Avenue to Warren Street or on Warren Street south of Stadium Road. If you are a runner, DO NOT come alone and park. There WILL NOT be busses at the finish to take you back to these parking lots. If you do not have a ride, please park in the ramps by the finish line and take the busses to the START line.

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21 mankatomarathon.com PACING ASSISTANCE

Minnesota Pacers will carry signs to lead groups to the finish line striving to reach specific time goals. Feel free to stop by the Minnesota Pacers booth at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo or at the start line and sign up for free. The pacers will be handing out pace bands to runners at the expo booth as well. The Minnesota Pacers Pace Team is comprised of talented local runners who have been carefully chosen based on their recent success in marathons. Let them guide you to the finish line on race day. Full marathon pace groups Half marathon pace groups for the following time goals: for the following time goals: 3:25 7:49/mile 1:30 6:52/mile 3:35 8:12/mile 1:35 7:15/mile 3:45 8:35/mile 1:40 7:38/mile 4:00 9:10/mile 1:45 8:01/mile 4:15 9:55/mile 1:50 8:23/mile 4:30 10:18/mile 1:55 8:47/mile 5:00 11:27/mile 2:00 9:10/mile 2:10 9:55/mile 2:20 10:41/mile 2:30 11:27/mile

Beginning 30 minutes before the race, the official pace team will be lined up at the starting line according to pace. The pacers will make all last minute instructions to their group at the starting line. Please check at the general information booth at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo and at the start line on race day for more pace groups that may be added to this list. BAG CHECK

Marathon, Half Marathon, first runner on Relay Team, and 10K runners will be able to check their belongings on race day at the start line. At packet pick-up, runners will receive their official Mayo Clinic Health System Drop Bag as well as a bag label which corresponds to your bib number. Before your race attach the bag label to your bag and fill the bag with your warm-up clothes. There will be a place by the START line to drop your clothes and gear prior to the race. Items must be in your Mayo Clinic Health System Drop Bag, NO OTHER BAGS ALLOWED. You can pick up your bag near the finish in the Drop Bag Pick Up area. Please do not put valuables in the drop bags as we do not accept responsibility for loss or theft.

All race bags will be moved to the Post Race area and be placed in a location that only participants are allowed. You may pick up your gear after the race but you must show your race number to the staff prior to getting your gear back.

Any items left unattended at the starting line and/or finish line for the 10K, relay, half, or marathon will be picked up and donated to the Salvation Army. LOST AND FOUND

Lost something or found an item that doesn’t belong to you? Please check with the friendly people at the Mankato Marathon / Visit Mankato Information Booth located in the Post Race Area, to inquire about a lost item or turn in an item you have found.

mankatomarathon.com 22 RUNNER SAFETY

Medical Personnel and Aid Stations There are 12 medical aid stations along the marathon course and a medical field station at the finish. They are marked on the map with a first aid symbol. For medical assistance along the course, look for personnel in the red shirts, they will be available to assist you. Marathon Personnel Communication personnel and head course marshals will have radios and phones to contact emergency personnel quickly. All official marathon committee members will also be available. Look for the people in the orange-colored shirts. Police Officers Officers will be located at all major intersections where traffic intersects the course. They will also be patrolling the course. Please keep in mind this is not a closed course. You must still follow the rules of the road. Volunteers There are nearly 1,000 volunteers on marathon weekend. Most are not associated with the event except for one weekend a year, so understand that they may not have the answers to all of your questions. However, in an emergency, do not hesitate to go to them for assistance as they should know how to get proper help quickly. Volunteers for the marathon can be identified in the bright orange colored shirts. IMPORTANT MESSAGE ABOUT SAFETY AND SECURITY

We are taking as many precautionary steps as we can to keep the Mankato Marathon safe for everyone involved. With that, we have a couple of important things for you the participants to note:

1. ALL UNNATTENDED BAGS left anywhere on the grounds will be confiscated. 2. The Runner Bag Drop will be heavily monitored and all Mayo Clinic Health System bags used for the Runner Bag drop are subject to search. 3. ONLY Mayo Clinic Health System bags which participants receive at packet pickup will be allowed into the Runner Bag Drop. 4. The Runner Bag Drop is ONLY for 10K, Half, Relay and Full Marathon participants.

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23 mankatomarathon.com RULES OF THE ROAD

• No one is allowed on the course without a properly-issued race number. • Help keep the course beautiful by not littering. Respect the property of others while spectating. • No vehicles of any kind are allowed on the course. The course can be crossed only at designated intersections. • Bikers should stay well off the course and watch for spectators as much as for runners. • Spectators must stay clear of the course and off the roads to avoid interfering with the participants. • Hold animals on a short leash. Keep them away from runners and be considerate of others. • Watch your children at all times. There will be thousands of participants and spectators at the events. • Lost kids / Lost and Found will be located at the Visit Mankato Information Booth. HEADPHONE POLICY

Participants are allowed to use headphones and similar devices at this event but at their own risk. For the safety of all the participants, we strongly encourage a headphone-free environment at this race. Participants’ safety is Final Stretch’s highest priority when managing a race. Therefore, if you are wearing headphones or similar devices during the event, please turn them off or remove them when coming to an intersection that is monitored by police or course marshals. They are trying to make this event safe for you and need to communicate to all participants valuable information. Thank you for your cooperation in advance for making this event a safe and enjoyable race for everyone.

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25 mankatomarathon.com PARKING AT THE FINISH LINE

There is plenty of parking in the City Center that is around and within walking distance of the finish line. Parking is also available in nearby parking ramps and on-street parking.

Professional Shoe Fittings $30 Not a runner? Fine by us! We help anyone who desires professionally fit footwear. OFF FREE Gait Analysis and Foot Assessment with purchase of with our professional two pairs of shoes 1272 Vierling Dr. E shoe fittings. Shakopee • 952-681-2058 1849 Adams St. Plantar Fasciitis? Mankato • 507-386-4609 We can help! Mankato 507-386-4609 • Shakopee 952-681-2058 CHARITY PROGRAMS

In 2017, the Mankato Marathon is striving to give back to the community that has so generously supported our races. This year, five charities including Project for Teens, Open Door Health Center, Camp Sweet Live Adventures, Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota and LiveSTRONG at the YMCA, have been chosen. In addition to having champion runners raising donations, the five programs have potential to raise additional dollars through registrations from runners.

Project for Teens Project for Teens is a volunteer service learning program that involves approximately 120 students grades 10-12 from five Greater Mankato area high schools. Mankato East, West and Loyola Schools are long-time members and we are so excited to welcome St. Peter High School and Lake Crystal High School to the P4T Crew this year. Once trained, peer leaders share messages that promote healthy decision-making with fifth through eighth grade students (over 2,400 projected for the 2016-2017 school year) across the Mankato and St. Peter / Lake Crystal School Districts (Dakota Meadows, Franklin, Garfield, Fitzgerald, Prairie Winds, North Intermediate, St. Peter High School and Lake Crystal Secondary) through various methods of teaching, including small group discussions, skits and role-playing. The goal is to promote health and responsible decision-making among younger age peers on topics like bullying, social media, sexual health and relationships. Runners: Ken Essay, Shea Roehrkasse, Kate Cox, Jessica Kirschner Open Door Health Center Open Door Health Center (ODHC) has been serving the Greater Mankato Area for 20 years and continues to provide affordable, culturally appropriate health care through patient-centered medical, dental, and behavioral health care for all people across southern Minnesota. At ODHC, individuals and families are served regardless of their ability to pay. The services currently offered include family practice medical, dental, and behavioral health services, which are all available at on physical site. ODHC also maintains a significant number of partnerships with other organizations in the community that can assist patients with other resources (e.g. food access, safe housing, legal assistance) that help address major challenges in their lives that impact their health and well-being. Runners: Karie Seifert, Ximena Hanson, Chris Mish, Sara Brown Camp Sweet Life Adventures Camp Sweet Life Adventures enhances the lives of young people with Type 1 Diabetes and their families by providing fun opportunities for learning, connecting, and sharing. Camp Sweet Life is the first camp for kids with diabetes in Southern Minnesota with a goal of providing safe, medically supervised outings so children can experience camp, outdoor fun and social activities just like any other child. Camp Sweet Life Adventures, Inc. also provides seasonal activities, youth development, parental development and other support activities for families with a child that has Type 1 Diabetes Runners: Sarah Caven, Doug Lamoureux, Gail Graupman, Kevin Lewis Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota The Children’s Museum of Southern Minnesota engages children, families, and school groups in the joy of learning through the power of play. The Museum is filled with seven unique indoor galleries and outside learning environments. Various programs are also offered from arts and crafts to computer technology for all ages to encourage new ideas and support cognitive growth Runners: Angi Proehl, Jolinda Grabianowski, Mark Iversen, Tom Weigt LiveSTRONG at the YMCA LiveSTRONG at the YMCA is a twelve-week, small group program designed for adult cancer survivors. Participants work with Y staff trained in supportive cancer care to safely achieve their goals such as building muscle mass and strength; increasing flexibility and endurance; and improving confidence and self-esteem. By focusing on the whole person and not the disease, LIVESTRONG at the YMCA fulfills the important need of supporting the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves in the transitional period between completing their cancer treatment and the shift to feeling physically and emotionally strong enough to attempt to return to their life and create their “new normal.” Runners: Mary Guentzel, Jaime Schoper, Chris Schull, Tom Bachmann

27 mankatomarathon.com SPORT PSYCH TEAM

Dr. Cindra Kamphoff, Professor and Director of The Center for Sport & Performance Psychology at Minnesota State Mankato, leads a group of graduate students and professionals who provide participants with mental strategies and mental toughness tips to help runners reach their full potential. Team members will provide strategies to runners at the Expo, at the Start, and biking with runners (“Psychs on Bikes”). Every runner can benefit from a short conversation with a member of the Sport Psych Team. You will feel more mentally prepared, confident, and ready to reach your best. Look for the people in the matching shirts that say “Sport Psych Team.”

CHEER TEAMS

CHEER TEAMS WILL CHEER YOU RIGHT THROUGH THE FINISH LINE There will be several cheer teams strategically placed along the half marathon and full marathon courses this year. There will be so many smiling faces you will not have a chance to “hit the wall!” Cheer Teams are meant to motivate and inspire runners with cheers, music, signs and encouraging words. CHEER TEAMS Advanced Pain Management Aktion Club Bethany Lutheran College Cross Country and Track Christ the King Lutheran Church Delta Sigma PI Loyola Key Club Mankato East Girls Cross Country Mankato East Key Club Mankato East Student Council Mankato Peppers Mankato West Key Club MSU Women’s Track and Field Open Door Health Center Project for Teens YWCA Girls on the Run

mankatomarathon.com 28 TIPS FOR SPECTATORS

Make the Most of Your Marathon Weekend There are activities throughout marathon weekend for athletes, friends, and families to enjoy together. But when the horn blows Sunday morning, you only have a few hours to find each other along the course and at the finish line. The easiest way to ensure you and your friends see each other is to plan ahead. Here is some advice for everyone on marathon day.

On the Course • Map out where you will be ahead of time. Check out the great viewing spots on page 30. • Know what each other will be wearing, or carry a sign or balloons. Sometimes it’s easier for runners to spot spectators than the other way around. • Pick a side. Communicate where you will be and watch from the same side of the road. This will help runners see and find you. • Plan for traffic. Allow extra time to get from one viewing spot to another. Get there early and don’t leave if you do not see someone right away. Your friend may be having a really good day or a tough one. • Cheer on the other runners too. It will mean a lot to them! Courtesy of Twin Cities Marathon Spectator Guide FAVORITE CHEERS

Clap, shout and show your support for participants-it’s always welcome. Save the “You’re almost there!” cheer until the very end—a few miles is still a long way for someone who has been running for hours. Here are some favorites. • Keep smiling! • Stay relaxed! • You’re looking awesome! • Keep it up! • Running smooth! • Welcome to Mankato! (when appropriate) • You can do it! • Way to go! • Way to wheel! • You rock! • Way to run! • Stay strong! • One stride at a time! • Call out something unique about a runner • Way to focus! (bib#, the color or a logo on their shirt, etc)

In addition to shouting your support, bring along cowbells, tambourines, thunder sticks or homemade signs. Many cheering supplies are available from sponsors at the Expo. Please be respectful of private and public property and dispose of your cheering materials appropriately.

Courtesy of Twin Cities Marathon Spectator Guide

29 mankatomarathon.com GREAT VIEWING SPOTS

Spectators will naturally find places to watch the runners, but below are some suggested locations for the marathon and half marathon. Please refer to the course map on page 19-20 for binocular icons showing the viewing spots.

• START Line at Minnesota State University, Mankato, Parking Lots (Monks Avenue & Stadium Rd) • Monks Avenue & 200th Street (2nd time through for marathoners) • Hwy 90 & 584th Avenue (marathoners only) • Jaycee Park (Pohl Road & Balcerzak Drive) (marathoners only) • Lion’s Lake (Homestead Road & Sandpiper Drive) (marathoners only) • Hwy 90 & Indian Lake Road (both races) • Red Jacket Trail trailhead on Hwy 66 just North of Mount Kato • Poplar Street Across from YMCA by Burger King • In Sibley Park and all along the Sibley Park River Trail • Along Front Street & near the Finish Line

Please beware of road closures for the marathon and half marathon. Review the course maps and plan your route ahead of time. Review all road closures in order to see your runner make it to the finish line. For more information visit www.mankatomarathon.com.

mankatomarathon.com 30 CHECKING RACE RESULTS

There are a few ways to check on the race results of the Mankato Marathon whether it is during the action or after the finish line has been taken down.

Race Day: • Tune into Minnesota 93 KATO FM or Hot 96.7 KDOG FM • Find race results online at www.Finaltiming.com live during the race.

After the Race: • Purchase the Mankato Marathon Commemorative Newspaper Edition on newsstands Monday, October 23. The special edition can be ordered at the Free Press booth at the Expo or call in at 507.625.4451 Prompt #7. • Find the race results on the Mankato Marathon website at mankatomarathon.com

UP TO THE MINUTE INFO

Radio Mankato is the Official Voice of the Mankato Marathon. Their talent is on every stage making announcements and keeping everyone up to speed on what they need to know whether it is for the OFC Speaker Series, on the awards stage or at the finish line. They are behind the heart pumping music throughout the weekend. And finally, Minnesota 93 KATO FM and Hot 96.7 KDOG FM are reporting for the marathon and providing up-to-the-minute weather and changes throughout the weekend. Be sure to tune in on your radio or on your phone through your iHeartRadio app.

31 mankatomarathon.com AWARDS CATEGORIES

Marathon and Half Relay Overall Awards: Overall Awards for Male and Female in the For all Female Teams, All Male Teams and marathon and half marathon will receive a cash Co-Ed Teams prize of the following: 1st Place 1st Place $250 2nd Place 2nd Place $100 3rd Place 3rd Place $50 Marathon Age Category Awards: 10K Age Category Awards: 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place for Males and 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place for Males and Females in the following age categories: Females in the following age categories: Under 19 50-59 Under 19 50-59 20-29 60-69 20-29 60-69 30-39 70 and up 30-39 70 and up 40-49 40-49 Half Marathon Age Category 5K Age Category Awards: Awards: 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place for Males and 1st Place, 2nd Place and 3rd Place for Males and Females in the following age categories: Females in the following age categories Under 19 Under 19 45-49 20-29 20-24 50-54 30-39 25-29 55-59 40-49 30-34 60-64 50-59 35-39 65-69 60-69 40-44 70 and up 70 and up

AWARDS Overall winners for the men’s and women’s marathon and half marathon will also receive a trophy from Vetter Stone and a medal. If you are an overall cash prize winner, you are not eligible to receive an age category medal. Overall winners are determined by Gun Time and not by Chip Time. AWARDS SCHEDULE RACE RESULTS • 9:30 am 10K awards ceremony Live race results can be found at • 11:15 am Half Marathon awards ceremony www.finaltiming.com during the race. • 1:00 pm Marathon and Relay Marathon awards ceremony Official Award Sponsor:

TOP FINISHERS

Full Marathon Male Full Marathon Female 1 Tim Hardy 2:33:07 2014 1 Amy Halseth 2:58:18 2013 2 Eric Thies 2:34:55 2013 2 Kim Scheel 3:00:47 2011 3 Tim Hardy 2:36:06 2013 3 Monica Dorn 3:01:19 2011 4 Brian Sames 2:36:18 2011 4 Laura Gillette 3:01:32 2013 5 James Sorenson 2:37:04 2010 5 Jen Blue 3:06:29 2010 Half Marathon Male Half Marathon Female 1 Dan Greeno 1:07:46 2015 1 Cynthis Jerop 1:15:09 2016 2 Seth Brickley 1:09:15 2012 2 Laura Paulsen 1:15:59 2016 3 Peter Gilman 1:09:52 2011 3 Danielle Stack 1:17:24 2012 4 Chris Erichsen 1:09:55 2013 4 Elizabeth Yetzer 1:18:25 2013 5 Jeff Stuckenbaker 1:10:28 2011 5 Lindsay Henkels 1:19:33 2012

mankatomarathon.com 32 POST RACE FESTIVITIES

There are a variety of activities planned for Post Race festivities including music by Minnesota 93, Hot 96.7 and live music by The Jeremy Poland Band. Be sure to stop by for kid’s activities, photos and award ceremonies. One free 16 oz Mankato Brewery beer will be provided to each runner that crosses the finish line on Sunday. Stop at any of the following establishments to claim your Mankato Bewery beer: Pub 500, Pagliai’s Pizza, Ummie’s Bar and Grill, South Street Saloon and The Square Deal.

8:00 am Post Race festivities START including music provided by Minnesota 93 and Hot 96.7 9:30 am 10K Awards Ceremony 10:00 am Live Music by The Jeremy Poland Band starts 11:15 am Half Marathon Awards Ceremony 1:00 pm Marathon and Relay Marathon Awards Ceremony 2:15 pm Official timing for races concludes 2:30 pm Post Race Festivities conclude RACE GOODIES

Participants in all events (excludes KidsK) will receive a Mayo Clinic Health System Drop Bag. Be sure to use this bag during the Expo and fill it with items from our green goodies table and many vendors. Also, remember to use this bag for your warm up clothes at the start of the marathon, half, relay and 10K. RACE T-SHIRTS AND MEDALS Runners will receive a high-quality technical Mankato Marathon t-shirt and an official Mankato Marathon Medal. Full, Relay, Half, 10K, 5K, My Bold Walk and KidsK participants who finish the race will receive medals. All MARATHON runners must finish the event to receive an official FINISHER shirt and medal.

All age category and overall winners will receive an additional medal. Overall winners will receive an award crafted by Vetter Stone. If you are an overall cash prize winner, you are not eligible to receive an age category medal.

33 mankatomarathon.com COME FOR THE RACE, STAY FOR MANKATO

Greater Mankato offers all the services and amenities you would expect from a major metro and the charm you can get only from a close-knit community. Whether you are enjoying Greater Mankato for a weekend or spending a lifetime in the area, everything you want is right here.

Don’t be shy in asking about the community. You can find information in many locations starting with the Mankato Marathon/Visit Mankato Information Booth at the Scheels Sport & Health Expo on Saturday and Post Race Party on Sunday. You will find wonderful volunteers on hand who can answer questions about all facets of the community. Pick up your complete Guide to Mankato at the info booth or at the Visit Mankato office in the Mankato Place Mall. If you are interested in more that is happening on the weekend of the Mankato Marathon or any other time, you can find any event, small or large, in the comprehensive online calendar of events at www.greatermankatoevents.com.

mankatomarathon.com 34 VOLUNTEER THANK YOU

Visit Mankato and Final Stretch would like to thank Official Volunteer Sponsor: the 1,000+ volunteers that help to make this event a success. Your time and dedication is sincerely appreciated!

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