5K and 15K Runs/ 5K Non-Competitive Walk

Registration: Sunday September 12th 2010, 6:30 am to 7:45 am (Run/ Walk begins at 8:00 am) Bridge Square. 

Both the 5K & 15K race courses will close after 2 hours (10:00 AM) due to other scheduled events

Start at 8:00 AM – Sunday: Northfield, Minnesota

Both the 5K Run/Walk and the 15K Run will start near the registration area and finish at the Northfield Historical Society Building (408 Division St.). This building is the original First National Bank of Northfield and the site of the infamous attempted bank robbery by the notorious James-Younger Gang in 1876. Both the 5K (MN05039RR) and the 15K are USAT&F certified courses and are run completely on paved roads. The 5K is a moderate layout while the 15K is more challenging with several hills.  The “ChampionChip” computerized timing system will be used for both the 5K & 15K events.

Mail your entry to:
 
Jesse James 5K & 15K    
PO Box 802   
Northfield, MN 55057   

• Entry Fees…payable to: "NAF - DJJD Run"
• Received on or before September 1st: $20
• Received September 2nd or later: $25

Register on line HERE.

Race Information

• Telephone: 507-645-5028   
• Race Day Registration/Packet Pick-up: 6:30 AM – 7:45 AM at the National Guard Armory (519 Division St, Northfield).
• T-Shirts: All competitors whose registration is received on or before September 1st will receive their official Jesse James Days 5K & 15K t-shirt on race day. Those whose registration is received after September 1st may have to wait for their shirt. (Your shirt will be mailed)
• Aid Stations: Aid stations will be located at the 2 mile mark of the 5K race and at the 2, 4, 6 and 8 mile marks of the 15K race.
• Safety Concerns: No in-line skates, bicycles, or pets are allowed on the course. Baby-joggers are welcome. Head phones are permitted but please use caution as the race courses are not closed to traffic.
• Age Groups/Awards: Top 3 female and male finishers in both the 5K & 15K races in the following age groups:
  14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70+
• Wheelchair Division: Top 5 finishers in each race will receive an award.
• Charity: Your old running shoes are welcome!!! Please drop your old running shoes off at the registration area. Shoes will be donated to “MARY’S PLACE”, a non-profit, transitional housing center for homeless individuals in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area.
• Proceeds for the event go to the Northfield Area Foundation, a grant giving organizations serving the Northfield area non-profit groups.  www.northfieldareafoundation.org

Jesse James Days 5K Run/Walk & 15K Run

Last Name___________________________________  First Name_____________________ MI____

Race Day Age______ Birth date ______-______-______    Gender: M____ F____ Phone (_____) _____-_______ Shirt Size: S M L, XL

Mailing Address__________________________________________________________________________

Circle the Race you will run: 5K 15K

E-mail Address___________________________________________

Waiver: Knowing that participating in a road race is a potentially dangerous activity, I enter and run/wheelchair this race certifying that I am medically able and trained. I also assume any and all risks associated with participating in this event, including the effects of heat. I hereby for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators or anyone else who might claim on my behalf, covenant not to sue, and waive, release and discharge the Defeat of Jesse James Days Committee, Inc., the City of Northfield, and any other parties associated with the race, including sponsors, police and volunteers, from any kind or nature arising out of, or in the course of, my participation in this event.

The undersigned further grants full permission to use any photographs, videotapes, motion pictures, recordings, or any other record of this event for legal purposes. I have read the foregoing and certify my agreement by my signature below. (Parent or guardian must sign if applicant is under 18 years of age.)

Signature _______________________________________ Date_____/_____/2010 (Office Use – Race #________) Parent/guardian

Signature ______________________________________________ (Required for applicant under age 18)

Frequently Asked Questions

8:00 AM - Sunday in Northfield, MN
Race Day registration and Packet Pick-Up will be at the National Guard Armory (519 Division St). Both races start near the registration area and both finish at the Northfield Historical Society Building (408 Division St). This building is the original First National Bank of Northfield and the site of the infamous attempted bank robbery by the notorious James-Younger Gang in 1876. Both courses are run completely on paved roads. The 5K is a moderate layout while the 15K is more challenging with several hills.

1. Is there a time limit to complete these races? Yes, there is a 2 hour time limit to complete either event. We have to clear the finish area at 10:00 AM to make room for other scheduled events.
2. Do you use ChampionChip Timing? Yes, the “ChampionChip” timing system will be used again this year. All registered runners and walkers in both the 5K & 15K events will compete with the “ChampionChip”, utilizing a computerized timing system on their shoe.  Races are held on USA Track & Field certified road courses.  
3. What are the Entry Fees? The entry fee for registration received on or before September 1st is $20.00. The registration fee for entries received September 2nd or later is $25.00
4. How do I Register? You may register on-line at Active.com: http://www.active.com/event_detail.cfm?event_id=1865627 or print this page and use the form found above.
5. Do runners/walkers get a T-Shirt? Yes, all competitors whose registration is received on or before September 1st will receive their official Jesse James Days 5K & 15K t-shirt on race day. Those whose registration is received on September 2nd or after may have to wait for their shirt. In the event that we have to re-order, your shirt will be mailed.
6. Are there Aid Stations? Yes, Aid Stations (water and Gatorade) will be located at the 2, 4, 6 & 8 mile marks on the 15K course and at the 2 mile mark on the 5K.
7. What are the Age Groups and Awards? The fastest 3 female and male finishers in both the 5K & 15K races in each age group (14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70 & over) will receive a 15 0z. 2007 Jesse James 5K/15K award Mug.
8. Where does the money (proceeds) go from this event?  Proceeds for the event go to the Northfield Area Foundation, a grant giving organizations serving the Northfield area non-profit groups.  www.northfieldareafoundation.org
9. Is there an additional charity to contribute to? Yes, you may donate your used running shoes to “Mary’s Place”, a non-profit, transitional housing center for homeless individuals in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Just bring your shoes to the registration area and we will do the rest!
10. May I wear headphones or in-line skates, or run with my pet, etc.? Headphones are permitted. However, The Jesse James race courses are not closed to traffic. Please use extreme caution! In-line skates, bicycles, or pets are not allowed on the race courses. Although Baby-joggers are welcome we urge you to be very careful.
11. Is there anything else to do on race day besides run? You bet there is! What a Weekend!! Come for the races and stay for the day….4 Bank Raid Re-enactments!....A Custom Car Show!….3 Rodeo Shows!....A Bingo Tent!....A Carnival with Rides and Games of Chance!....Craft Fairs!....Art Sales!….A Parade!....An Authentic Western Style Steak Fry!....A Kiddie Parade….Antique Tractor Pull Competition!….and Much, Much More!