Gopher to Badger Half Marathon
Here is everything you need to know. Still have a question? Just ask us. We’ll get back to you as quickly as possible: info@runstillwater.com.
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Here is everything you need to know. Still have a question? Just ask us. We’ll get back to you as quickly as possible: info@runstillwater.com.
Expand the sections below for more information.
Registration Details:
Interested in registering for more than one Run Stillwater event at the same time? The registration system lets you do just that. Watch for that option within the registration process.
Only one person may register at a time because we need to ensure we have all the correct safety information and a separate waiver for each race participant.
“Processing” means your order is set and you’re ready for the event in the future. No worries; we’ve got you.
Changing Your Distance
You may change your distance at packet pickup. Pick up your packet FIRST and bring it to the In-Person/Changes table to make the switch. If you’d like to run further, you’ll just pay the difference to move up to the longer distance. There’s no charge for moving to a shorter distance.
Slow runners and walkers are welcome provided you maintain progress on the course and do not deviate from the course. The Half Marathon course has a 4 hour time limit. Stopping is not allowed for any other reason except a medical condition, hydration and/or to use the restroom, and will mean disqualification from the race and the possibility that race support will no longer be available.
Runners Receive:
Packet Pick-up and In-person Registration:
Friday, August 11
3:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Highly Recommended)
Water Street Inn
101 Water Street, Stillwater
Saturday, August 12
Beginning at 5:30 a.m.
St. Croix County Government Center
Across Carmichael Rd. from Grandview Park
(Tent in the southeast corner of the parking area)
1101 Carmichael Rd
Hudson, WI 54016
Picking Up Someone Else’s Packet
You may pick up another runner’s packet. Pleases confirm that you have agreed to do this in advance so there is no confusion with volunteers at packet pick-up.
If you paid for the Mail-My-Packet option, you can expect your packet to arrive within two weeks of race day. See the Race Pricing Schedule for specific mailing date information.
We will have Bag Drop at each start. Details are…
Pacers for the Half Marathon:
Pacers for the Gopher to Badger race are provided by Midwest Pacers for all half marathon participants to help runners reach their race day goals.
Parking and Shuttles to the Starts
Due to the City of Hudson’s parking concerns in the downtown area, parking and shuttles to the start lines are provided from Grandview Park, 908 Carmichael Rd, Hudson. Packet pickup and shuttles to the start areas will only be provided from this location on race morning.
Your options:
After the race
After the race, continuous shuttle service is provided from the finish line area in Lakefront Park, downtown Hudson a short 5-10 minute ride back to the parking area. Runners board the bus adjacent to the finish area in Lakefront Park. Shuttles to Grandview will run throughout the morning. Spectators are free to park downtown.
Parking and Shuttles to the Starts
Due to the City of Hudson’s parking concerns in the downtown area, parking and shuttles to the start lines are provided from Grandview Park, 908 Carmichael Rd, Hudson. Packet pickup and shuttles to the start areas will only be provided from this location on race morning.
Your options:
After the race
After the race, continuous shuttle service is provided from the finish line area in Lakefront Park, downtown Hudson a short 5-10 minute ride back to the parking area. Runners board the bus adjacent to the finish area in Lakefront Park. Shuttles to Grandview will run throughout the morning. Spectators are free to park downtown.
We recommend checking out the Discover Stillwater website and the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce for recommendations.
Course Information:
Course maps are available on the Course Maps page.
USA Track & Field (USATF) Course Certifications:
Half: MN-14035RR
10K: MN-19046RR
5K: MN-19045RR
Start Time:
7:00 a.m. All races start at the same time.
Last bus to start areas leaves at 6:35 SHARP from the Grandview Park area
All start areas have portable restrooms, water and bag drop available.
Transportation:
All runners will be bused from Hudson to the start lines for all distances. We encourage using the bus system, but you may get dropped off at the start area for your race if you wish. We ask that you use caution with buses and runners in the area as drop off areas can get congested. There is NO parking available at the 10K and 5K start areas. Some parking is available at the half marathon start, but you must arrange your own transportation back to your vehicle. The shuttle bus schedule and location details can be found here on the website. See “From where will shuttles depart on race day?” for more information.
Aid stations have water and Gatorade available.
Portapotties are located at each start area, the finish area and approximately every two miles at or near aid stations along the course.
Post Race Information:
Race results will be available at www.mtecresults.com in near real time after the race.
We will NOT hold an awards ceremony after the race. Top three finishers in each age category will receive awards in the mail after the event. We will announce the Gopher to Badger winner at the finish over the PA system.
Registration for all Run Stillwater races is nontransferable and nonrefundable.
Weather Considerations:
We have direct contact with the National Weather Service in the Twin Cities and rely on their forecasts in making weather decisions regarding the race.
Runner safety is our number one priority. The race will occur rain or shine.
In the event that there is lightning in the race area, we will delay the race until no lightning strikes have occurred in the race area for 30 minutes and until there is no lightning forecast to be in the race area during the time period the race would occur.
If the National Weather Service forecasts that there will be a lightning risk in the race area during the scheduled race period the race will be canceled in the interest of runner safety.
There will be over 65 course marshals and public safety officers stationed around the course to guide runners in good weather and bad.
We welcome adaptive athletes at our events. All athletes, including escorts, must be registered in advance and wear a bib number. The following are allowed with prior approval from race staff: runner escorts for parasports athletes, adapted wheel chairs with runner escorts, jogging strollers, certified service animals. Please contact us if you need more information.
Safety and Rules of the Road:
Return/Refund and Privacy Policy
All Run Stillwater, Inc. races occur rain or shine. Fees are not refundable and race numbers and timing chips are not transferable to a different person than the individual to whom the bib number is assigned. Participants must agree to the terms and conditions of participation prior to entering payment information during the registration process. For details regarding the Run Stillwater, Inc. privacy policy, click HERE.