| Proceeds from the Foot Lake 4 Walk / Run are used to promote Heart Health in West Central Minnesota | ||
| Download brochure - please fill out and bring with you to register on Race Day. Advance registration is no longer available. |
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| Foot Lake 4 Walk / Run | ||
The Foot Lake 4 Walk / Run is one of the premier events that takes place each year during Willmar Fests. It is designed to provide fun for all age groups and levels of participation. The Foot Lake 4 is an event for the whole family. Register early to guarantee a race T-shirt, plenty of water and fruit, a soothing massage, and a ticket to the Firemen's All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast. Race starts at 8:00 am. Packet pick-up from 6:30 - 7:45 am. |
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| USATF-Certified 4-Mile Course | ||
| The USATF-certified 4-mile course starts and finishes at Rice Memorial Hospital. The 2010 Run will be timed using electronic chip technology. Runners wear a chip that is used to time each individual's race. These times will be used to determine Race Awards. |  |
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| Women's and Men's Divisions | ||
| Ages 12 and under, 13-14, 15-16, 17-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over. | ||
| Race Awards | ||
Overall winners for men's and women's divisions receive $100. Winners must be present to receive awards. In an effort to control costs, we do not mail awards. >> award details |
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| On-time Registration Fees | ||
Runners, ages 13 and over - $20 On-time registration rates are accepted until 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 14, 2010. |
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| Late Registration Fees - After 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 14 | ||
Runners, ages 13 and over - $25 These registration rates apply from 12:00 Noon on Monday, June 14, 2010, until 7:45 am on Race Day. Register early to be guaranteed a race T-shirt according to the size noted on the entry form. T-shirt availability cannot be guaranteed for late entries. No refunds. To register as a team, please complete registration forms available at Rice Memorial Hospital and mail all team member entries together, or note your team name on the online form. |
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| Packet & Chip Pick-up | ||
Walker and Runner packets can be picked up on Race Day - Saturday, June 26, 2010 - from 6:30 am until 7:45 am at the Willmar Ambulance Garage. Registration closes at 7:45 am. Please allow enough time to pick up your packet. Runner packets contain an electronic chip that is used to time each individual's race. Chips are attached to shoes on laces or using a zip tie. All chips must be returned at the end of the race. There is a $30 fee if chip is not returned. |
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| Race Proceeds Promote Heart Health | ||
| The proceeds of the Foot Lake 4 Walk / Run promote Heart Health in West Central Minnesota. In 2007 and 2008, nine Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) were purchased with the proceeds and placed in businesses and organizations throughout the area. In 2009, proceeds were used to provide scholarships for patients in Cardiac Rehab. | ||
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| Parking and Safety | ||
| Parking is available at the Rice Memorial Hospital South Lot, and the city-owned lot west of the hospital. Please be aware that many city streets are blocked for the Willmar Fests Parade. For participants' safety, headphones and pets are not allowed on the course. Strollers are welcome. |  |
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| Course Information | ||
The course follows trails alongside beautiful Foot Lake and around scenic Robbins Island on one of Willmar's famous walking and running paths. The course then passes over the foot bridge and winds back to the hospital. Bleachers are set up near the finish line at 2nd St. and Becker Ave. for spectators to cheer on their friends and family! Water stops are provided at two locations on the route. Splits are at one, two, and three-mile marks. |
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| Course Map | ||
| Complete race details will be available in Race Day packets. |  |
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| Glacial Lakes Championship Running Series | ||
The Foot Lake 4 Walk / Run is part of the Glacial Lake Championship Running Series. The Running Series includes races from towns throughout West Central Minnesota. To learn about the series, click on the logo at right. |
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| For More Information | ||
Please contact Sandra Schlagel |
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