Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Participant Guide

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2022 BANK OF AMERICA SHAMROCK SHUFFLE PARTICIPANT GUIDE The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is one of Chicago’s classic road races that kick-starts the city from a season of hibernation to a season of movement. Whether in rain, snow, sunshine or under cloudy skies, thousands of runners turn the city green as they journey through the Loop and cross the finish line. We are excited for you to join the Shamrock Shuffle tradition on Sunday, March 20, as we continue to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, the Chicago running community and runners like you who bring the spirit of the Shamrock Shuffle to life.

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Monday, March 14 to Sunday, March 20 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Virtual 8K Friday, March 18 Packet Pick-up 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park Saturday, March 19 Packet Pick-up 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Buckingham Fountain, Grant Park The Mile 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.

Grant Park (Ida B. Wells Drive, between Michigan Avenue and Columbus Drive) 8:00 a.m.

Bib and t-shirt pick-up opens 9:30 a.m.

Gear check opens 11:00 a.m.

Recreational wave start 11:40 a.m.

Competitive wave start 12:00 p.m.

Elite wave start 12:10 p.m.

Awards ceremony (immediately following the conclusion of the Elite Wave) 12:30 p.m.

Gear check closes Sunday, March 20 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk 6:30 a.m.

Gear check opens 6:30 a.m.

Wave 1 Start Corrals Elite, A, B, C and D open 7:30 a.m.

Wave 2 Start Corrals E, F, G and H open 8:20 a.m.

Wave 1 Start Corrals Elite, A, B, C and D close 8:25 a.m.

Wheelchair start 8:30 a.m.

Wave 1 race start 8:45 a.m.

Wave 2 Start Corrals E, F, G and H close 8:45 a.m.

Walk Wave opens 9:00 a.m.

Post-Race Party begins 9:00 a.m.

Wave 2 race start 9:15 a.m.

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EVENT RULES All participants must follow the official event rules of the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle, which are posted on the event website at shamrockshuffle.com/rules. Event rules should be reviewed in their entirety before race weekend.

GRANT PARK TRANSPORTATION & PARKING Public transportation is strongly recommended for transportation to Grant Park. Visit the Metra website (metra.com) or the CTA website (transitchicago.com) to plan your route by train or bus. If you drive, allow sufficient time for traffic congestion and street closures in the downtown area due to the race.

CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY (CTA) SERVICE The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) is the most economical and convenient way to travel throughout race weekend.

The CTA offers a variety of ways to get to and from the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle start and finish areas in Grant Park and spectator viewing areas along the course.

CHICAGO TRANSIT AUTHORITY (CTA) DIRECTIONS TO GRANT PARK From Downtown Chicago From the Adams/Wabash station on the Green, Orange, Pink and Brown elevated lines, walk one block north to Monroe Street then three blocks east to Columbus Drive. From the Red and Blue Line subways, exit at the accessible Jackson station and walk four blocks east on Jackson Boulevard to Columbus Drive.

From Ogilvie Transportation Center and Union Station Transportation to and from Ogilvie Transportation Center and Union Station may change on race day due to event street closures. We encourage you to visit transitchicago.com/alerts for the latest information on bus re-routes and service information.

CTA encourages you to purchase your fares in advance to avoid lines race weekend. Visit ventrachicago.com for fare information and to purchase fares in advance.

METRA SERVICE Participants and spectators are encouraged to take advantage of Metra’s $7 Saturday or Sunday Day Pass good for unlimited rides on either Saturday or Sunday. In addition, the $10 Weekend Pass (available on the Ventra app only) is good for unlimited rides on both weekend days.

Visit metra.com for more information.

SOUTH SHORE LINE SERVICE Participants and spectators are encouraged to take the South Shore Line race weekend. The South Shore Line runs from South Bend, Indiana to Chicago with stops along the way. Park your car at one of the convenient South Shore Line stations and ride in comfort to Grant Park.

Visit mysouthshoreline.com for more information.

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If you experience any aches or pains as you train or after crossing the finish line, let us take the first look. Start with a free assessment and let our team fully evaluate your condition so we can recommend the best treatment option for you.

There’s no cost or obligation, we just want you to start feeling better.

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Supporting Sponsor *Per federal guidelines, beneficiaries of plans such as Medicare, Medicaid, Tricare, VHA and other federally funded plans are not eligible for free assessments.

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MILLENNIUM GARAGES Millennium Garages offer the closest parking options to Grant Park at the Grant Park North, Grant Park South, Millennium Park and Millennium Lakeside garages. Attendees are encouraged to reserve parking in advance of race weekend to take advantage of a variety of discounted rates. A link to access the following parking rates will be available in early March.

The Grant Park South garage is the closest garage to Buckingham Fountain, home to Packet Pick-up and the PostRace Party.

Packet Pick-up (Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19) • $10 for up to 2 hours • $15 for 2 to 12 hours Race day (Sunday, March 20) • $15 for up to 12 hours Parking over the weekend? Use code “SHAMROCK22” to receive 10% off extended stay parking (2, 3, 4 or 5-day parking) in one garage. Please note, this includes in-and-out garage access.

PACKET PICK-UP PACKET PICK-UP EMAIL Shufflers will receive a packet pick-up email on Wednesday, March 16. New in 2022, Participant Packet Pick-up will take place on Friday, March 18 (11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Saturday, March 19 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) in a tent located on the south side of Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park. You must present your email" to receive your participant packet, participant bag, Nike participant shirt, festive knit hat and any pre-purchased beer tickets (if applicable). *The packet pick-up email can be presented on the screen of a mobile device or tablet, or in the form of a printout/hard copy. If you misplaced or did not receive a packet pick-up email, please email office@shamrockshuffle.com and a member of the event’s customer service team will resend the email.

Reduce the use of paper. Present your packet pick-up email electronically instead of printing!

VERIFY YOUR INFORMATION We encourage you to verify your race information listed in the packet pick-up email. If any of the information is inaccurate (name and age division) you can make corrections by contacting the event office via email at office@shamrockshuffle.com.

NEW IN 2022! PARTICIPANT PACKET PICK-UP Participant Packet Pick-up will take place on Friday, March 18 (11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.) and Saturday, March 19 (8 a.m. to 4 p.m.) in a tent located on the south side of Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park. You must attend the Participant Packet Pick-up to pick up your participant packet, participant bag, Nike participant shirt, festive knit hat and any prepurchased beer tickets (if applicable).

Shufflers are encouraged to stay and enjoy the festival like atmosphere of the new Packet Pick-up experience in Grant Park. Music and partner activations will take place around Buckingham Fountain on Friday and Saturday.

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Shufflers 21 years or older will receive a drink ticket attached to their bib number that can be redeemed for a Michelob ULTRA race weekend.* Additional drink tickets can be purchased for $8 each during Packet Pick-up and the Post-Race Party. Tickets can be redeemed on Friday, March 18 from 2:30 to 6:30 p.m., Saturday, March 19 from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. or Sunday, March 20 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. * You must be 21 years or older with a valid ID to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle race weekend.

NEW IN 2022! LOCATION AND HOURS Buckingham Fountain Packet Pick-up Tent Columbus and Ida B. Wells Drive Grant Park, Chicago, IL Friday, March 18: 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Saturday, March 19: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Packet mailing Participants who opted to have their packet mailed during the registration process will receive an envelope via UPS during the first week of March. The envelope will include their 2022 bib number, Nike participant shirt, festive knit hat, a clear plastic bag (to be used at gear check on race day) and pre-purchased beer tickets (if applicable).

If you do not receive your event packet by Wednesday, March 9, please contact the event office by emailing office@shamrockshuffle.com.

RACE WEEKEND INFORMATION The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle features three distances: The Mile on Saturday, March 19, and the 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk on Sunday, March 20. We encourage you to review the information about your race distance in advance of race weekend. If you have any questions after reviewing the information, please contact the event office by emailing office@shamrockshuffle.com.

RACE INFORMATION - THE MILE The Mile will feature waves that highlight the diverse nature of Chicago’s running community. Your start time is based on the wave you signed up for when registering for the event. Bib and t-shirt pick-up for The Mile will take place on Friday, March 18 and Saturday, March 19 in Grant Park. You must pick up your items in advance of your wave start on Saturday.

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Recreational wave Wave start time: 11 a.m.

Competitive wave Wave start time: 11:40 a.m.

Elite Wave (Invitational wave will feature local elite runners) Wave start time: 12 p.m.

Start corrals will close 15 minutes before the start of each wave.

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Gear check for The Mile will open at 9:30 a.m. and close at 12:30 p.m. Gear check will be located in the Blue Gear Check Tent located on the Harrison Footpath west of Columbus Drive. A brief awards ceremony to recognize the top three male and female finishers in each wave will be held immediately following the conclusion of the Elite Wave.

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RACE INFORMATION - 8K RUN AND 2-MILE WALK Shufflers have been assigned to a specific start wave. Your assigned start wave and corral determines your event (8K Run and 2-Mile Walk), your start time and the location of your gear check tent.

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8K RUN Wave 1 Deloitte Elite Club Competition Bib and gear check color: White * Runners assigned to the Deloitte Elite Club Competition corral will receive specific instructions on how to access the Deloitte Elite Club Tent in advance of the race.

A, B, C and D start corrals Bib and gear check color: Red Start corrals open: 6:30 a.m.

Start corrals close: 8:20 a.m.

Race start time: 8:30 a.m.

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Start corrals open: 8:45 a.m.

DuSable Lake Shore Dr. Start corrals close: 9:15 a.m.

Walk start time: 9:30 a.m. *Note the 2-Mile Walk shares the same start and finish lines as the 8K Run. The 2-Mile Walk begins after the last wave of runners.

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GEAR CHECK – 8K RUN AND 2-MILE WALK Before the 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk, you can check small personal items in your event-issued gear check bag at your assigned gear check tent. Gear check tents will be open from 6:30 to 11:30 a.m. The location of your gear check tent corresponds with your start wave assignment and the color of your bib number.

About gear check: • You must check your gear using your event-issued clear plastic bag (participant bag). Please note that the event will not handle oversized bags or luggage.

• To check your gear, remove the gear check tag from your bib number and fasten it to your event-issued clear plastic bag using the instructions provided.

• Do not check valuable items, such as wallets, money, phones or jewelry. The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is not responsible for lost, damaged or stolen items.

• Participants will not be permitted to run with a bag. All personal items must be checked at your assigned gear check tent before the race.

• Do not leave bags unattended within Grant Park. Unattended bags will be confiscated and removed from the park.

• Bags not claimed by 11:30 a.m. will be taken back to the event office (110 N. Wacker Drive) where they can be picked up in person starting Monday, March 21, at 11 a.m. Any items unclaimed by Friday, April 8, 2022, will no longer be available.

Reuse and recycle! We encourage you to reuse your participant bag following the race. When you’re ready to dispose of the bag, think about bringing it to a facility in your area that accepts plastic bags for recycling.

Step one: Close the gear check bag by pulling on the drawstrings of the bag.

Step two: Fold one drawstring in half and insert through the hole in the gear check tag.

Pull the drawstring through the hole to create a 3 inch loop.

Step three: Pull the gear check tag through the loop.

Step four: Hold the gear check tag and pull the drawstring of the bag, securing the tag to the gear check bag.

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BIB NUMBER Your Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle bib number is a unique identifier that must be visible at all times on race day.

Your bib number indicates your assigned race, start wave and gear check location.

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What you need to know about your bib number: • Pin all four (4) corners of your bib to the outermost layer of clothing on your chest.

• Your bib must be visible at all times.

• Wearing your bib improperly (pinned at your waist, pinned to race belts or fuel belts etc.) could result in improper scoring and/or disqualification.* • Include your emergency contact and medical information on the back of your bib number.

• Your bib number is non-transferable and must be worn only by you.

• The sale or transfer of your bib number is strictly prohibited and will result in disqualification.

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TIMING DEVICE You must wear your bib number as instructed above throughout the entirety of the race to record an official finish time and place for TheIda MileB. andWells the 8K Run. A timing device is permanently attached to the back of your bib number.

Do not remove the timing strip from your bib, fold or damage it in any way. Your time will be recorded from the point at which you cross the timing mats at the start line until you cross the timing mats at the finish line. The timing device is single-use and does not need to be returned after the event.

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PROHIBITED ITEMS Wheeled devices are not permitted on the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle 8K Run, 2-Mile Walk or The Mile course by anyone other than registered and authorized wheelchair participants, duo team participants and authorized course marshals on bicycles. Prohibited wheeled devices include unauthorized wheelchairs, baby joggers, baby strollers, skateboards, rollerblades, unauthorized bicycles or any other wheeled devices.

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The use of selfie-sticks, camera mounts or rigs, video devices, computers, drones, unmanned aerial devices, or any similar devices by anyone while participating in the event is prohibited.

The use of music devices is permitted during the race; however, in keeping with USATF rules for championship races, athletes competing for overall awards or prize money may not use music or communication devices during the event.

The use of cell phones, cameras or similar devices by participants while in the event is discouraged, and event officials reserve the right to disqualify any participant using such devices who pose a safety hazard on the course.

Additional prohibited items on the course route include but are not limited to: large bags (backpacks, suitcases and rolling bags), hard-sided coolers, props and non-running equipment, including flagpoles and sticks, pets/animals (except service animals that are trained to perform specific work or tasks for a person with a disability), alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, chairs, weapons, remote controlled aircrafts and drones.

Prohibited items at the event site in Grant Park include but are not limited to: hard-sided coolers, pets/animals (except service animals that are trained to perform specific work or tasks for a person with a disability), alcoholic beverages, illegal substances, chairs, weapons, remote controlled aircrafts and drones.

Please note, any items deemed to be dangerous or inappropriate will be confiscated at the sole discretion of security personnel.

TOILET FACILITIES Toilet facilities are located throughout Grant Park. Allow for ample time to get to your start corral prior to the start of the race.

Did you know the paper products used in the toilet facilities on the course and throughout Grant Park are made of 100% recycled materials? This is another step the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle has taken to be a more sustainable event.

AID STATIONS The 8K Run will feature two on-course aid stations offering Gatorade® Endurance Formula (lemon-lime), water, medical support and toilet facilities.

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The 2-Mile Walk will have one on-course aid station offering water, medical support and toilet facilities.

COURSE TIME REQUIREMENT Participants must be capable of maintaining a 15:00/mile pace for the 8K Run, a 20:00/mile pace for The Mile and a 30:00/mile pace for the 2-Mile Walk. The event time requirements, start line to finish line, are 1 hour and 15 minutes (1:15:59) for the 8K Run, 20 minutes (00:20:59) for The Mile and 1 hour (1:00:59) for the 2-Mile Walk.

Participants who finish outside of the time requirement may not receive full on-course support from aid stations and

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traffic safety personnel. Runners who finish outside of the time requirement may not be recorded as official finishers.* *Note timing devices are only applicable to the 8K Run and The Mile events. The 2-Mile Walk is an untimed event.

CLOCKS AND MILE MARKERS Clocks and mile markers will be located at every mile for the 8K Run. Timing mats for the 8K Run will be at the start and finish lines. The 2-Mile Walk is an untimed event. Mile markers will be located at each mile.

LIVE RESULTS AT SHAMROCKSHUFFLE.COM The most efficient way to stay updated on race day results is at shamrockshuffle.com. The mobile-friendly race website allows spectators to view our race leaderboard and to follow friends and family by getting real-time updates.

Race results will be available for the 8K Run and The Mile.

AGE GROUPS* Male and Female: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-90, 90 and over. The top five finishers in each age group will receive an award. *Note age group awards are only applicable to the 8K Run event.

RUNNER REFRESHMENT Refreshments will be available following the 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk within the Runner Refreshment area, including fresh Del Monte® bananas, Gatorade® Endurance Formula (lemon-lime), bottled water, and a Gatorade Zero with Protein Beverage. Only race finishers will be allowed in the Runner Refreshment area. Once you exit the finish area, you may not re-enter.

POST-RACE PARTY The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Post-Race Party will be held at Buckingham Fountain in Grant Park (Columbus and Ida B. Wells Drive) immediately following the 8K Run and 2-Mile Walk on Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Post-Race Party will feature live music presented by Advocate Health Care on Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Shufflers 21 years or older will receive a drink ticket attached to their bib number that can be redeemed for one (1) Michelob ULTRA.* Additional drink tickets will be available for purchase for participants 21 years or older at Participant Packet Pickup in advance of race day or on race day at the Post-Race Party. Drink tickets can be purchased for $8 and redeemed for one (1) Michelob ULTRA or Goose Island 312 Urban Wheat Ale. ** Look for Zero Waste Stations throughout Grant Park where green team volunteers will be on hand to ensure your banana peels get composted, water bottles are recycled and help sort other waste to minimize the materials sent to the landfill. * You must be 21 years or older with a valid ID to purchase and/or consume alcoholic beverages at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle race weekend. ** Specific Anheuser-Busch offerings are subject to change.

SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is proud to have earned Gold level certification from the Council for Responsible Sport in 2016 for the event’s incorporation of environmentally and socially responsible practices. We continue improving these best practices with the Council for Responsible Sport’s INSPIRE Gold program. Through

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this program, the Shamrock Shuffle will work with events throughout the country to share best practices, as well as integrate new sustainability initiatives. At the 2022 event, we encourage you to join us as we work to improve our efforts and reduce our footprint. Look for recycling icons located throughout the participant guide; these icons indicate many of the event’s sustainability initiatives. Thank you for helping to make the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle a more sustainable event!

OFFICIAL NIKE MERCHANDISE Shuffle in style with Nike’s official Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle merchandise collection. The official collection is available at Nike Chicago (669 North Michigan Avenue).

EVENT MERCHANDISE Additional Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle merchandise will be available through Fleet Feet Chicago in Grant Park on Friday, March 18 through Sunday, March 20. The merchandise is also available at the following Fleet Feet locations and fleetfeet.com.

Fleet Feet Old Town 1706 N. Wells Street Chicago, IL 60614

Fleet Feet South Loop 150 W. Roosevelt Road Chicago, IL 60605

STREAM FAST AND WATCH BETTER ON RACE DAY Encourage your friends and family to watch the finish line live on race day! NBC Chicago and Telemundo Chicago will offer a finish line live stream on nbcchicago.com and telemundochicago.com from 8 to 11 a.m. Livestream brought to you by Xfinity. With Xfinity Internet, get the speed you need at a great price.

DELOITTE TEAM COMPETITIONS Deloitte Open Team Competition Enhance your race day experience at the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle by joining the Deloitte Open Team Competition. The team competition adds an extra element of fun and competitiveness to race day. The competition is open to all runners, running club members, groups of friends, co-workers and corporate teams. The Open Team Competition offers two divisions: Competitive and Recreational. The Open Team Competition includes male, female and mixed teams, as well as combined finish time and age-graded scoring. Visit shamrockshuffle.com/teamcompetitions for more information and to create your team.

Deloitte Elite Club Competition The 2022 Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle is hosting its 12th annual club 8K competition. The Deloitte Elite Club Competition attracts USATF-member clubs from around the U.S. This unique opportunity allows club teams to compete on the roads for a $20,000 prize purse and national recognition as one of the top clubs. Visit shamrockshuffle. com/teamcompetitions for more information.

HEALTH & SAFETY HEALTH POLICY The following health and safety procedures have been put in place to help create a safe environment race weekend.

All attendees are encouraged to review and follow safety procedures described below.

• If you have tested positive or been exposed to someone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within 10 days of the event, please do not participate in or attend the event until they have met all recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) regarding quarantine and isolation. Participants

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who test positive for COVID-19 within 10 days of the event (on or after Thursday, March 10, 2022) will have the opportunity to request a change from the live event to the virtual event. Please contact office@shamrockshuffle.com for more information.

If you feel sick or experience symptoms of COVID-19 (e.g., a fever of 100.4F or higher, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking, muscle pain/achiness, headache, sore throat, loss of taste or smell, nasal congestion, runny nose, vomiting, diarrhea, fatigue or any other symptoms associated with COVID-19 identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) you should self-isolate and not participate in event activities or enter event venues while symptomatic. We encourage individuals experiencing symptoms associated with COVID-19 to get tested and consult a medical professional for additional guidance.

All attendees must adhere to local and state COVID-19 guidelines and mandates.

Please follow best practices on personal hygiene, including regular handwashing (vigorous handwashing with water and soap for 20 seconds or application of hand sanitizer consisting of at least 60% alcohol), avoiding touching the eyes, mouth or nose, and covering your mouth and nose when coughing or sneezing.

Individuals who are considered "high risk," which includes but is not limited to underlying cardiac and pulmonary conditions as well as individuals with immunocompromised states, should consult with their physician and/or reconsider attending or participating in the event.

COVID-19 UPDATE Event organizers are working closely with the City of Chicago to produce a safe and enjoyable race weekend experience.

On Monday, February 28, the City of Chicago lifted its indoor face mask and vaccination restrictions. Event policies reflect this evolving guidance.

• Face masks are not required by event attendees in indoor event venues race weekend.

• To provide comfort and reassurance to event attendees, event staff and volunteers working in participant facing roles within indoor venues will be required to wear face masks race weekend.

• Proof of vaccination is not required for indoor event venues serving food or beverages race weekend.

• Attendees may continue to wear face masks based on personal preference.

• Additional face masks will also be available post-finish for participants who would like to re-mask.

• All attendees must adhere to local and state COVID-19 guidelines and mandates.

• All event attendees acknowledge the inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 exists and is beyond the control of event organizers.

MEDICAL SUPPORT Medical support is available at two on-course locations: medical tents are located at both aid stations; each is staffed by a team of medical professionals, is equipped with emergency and first aid supplies and has access to ambulance service.

In Grant Park, the Main Medical Tent is located directly beyond the finish line. For the safety of all participants, only those requiring medical assistance may access the medical facilities. If you feel like you need medical assistance on race day, you are encouraged to seek help from a medical volunteer or visit a medical tent in Grant Park or on course.

Lend a hand, save a life! Participants, volunteers and event staff are encouraged to watch an instructional Hands Only CPR video in advance of race weekend. This training is critical and can be lifesaving.

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AMERICAN RED CROSS REUNIFICATION If a participant is transported to a local area hospital at the discretion of the medical team, the American Red Cross of Greater Chicago’s Reunification staff will be on hand in Grant Park to provide information regarding that patient to family and friends. Reunification staff can be found in the Information Tents located throughout Grant Park. Family members may also call 888.659.9877 to speak with a Reunification Operator to inquire about a patient. Refer to the course map for locations and inform friends and family of this service in advance of race day.

EVENT ALERT SYSTEM The Event Alert System communicates the status of course conditions to participants leading up to and on race day via email updates, color-coded signs, PA announcements and flags. Alert levels range from Low to Moderate to High to Extreme based primarily on weather conditions, as well as other factors. All participants should familiarize themselves with the Event Alert System before the race, remain alert for directions from race officials throughout the event and take precautions to prepare properly for varying weather conditions on race day. For more information about the Event Alert System, visit shamrockshuffle.com/eas.

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VIRTUAL EVENT INFORMATION The Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Virtual 8K kicks off on Monday, March 14 and culminates on Sunday, March 20, as Shufflers compete with friends and family in the neighborhoods across the city and around the world.

PACKET MAILING Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Virtual 8K participants will receive a package via UPS during the first week of March. The package will include their Nike participant shirt, festive knit hat, finisher medal and commemorative event race bib number.

If you did not receive your package by Wednesday, March 9, please contact the event office by emailing office@shamrockshuffle.com.

VIRTUAL RACE REMINDERS Everyone is encouraged to read the following considerations when planning their virtual race.

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Create a hydration plan for your run to ensure you are drinking enough fluids and utilizing both water and a sports drink like Gatorade® Endurance Formula to stay hydrated and maintain your sodium levels.

Pay attention to your local weather forecast and dress for the appropriate weather conditions. Note that conditions may change throughout the duration of your run. If conditions don’t look ideal for your race, follow local guidance and consider participating at a later date.

When planning your course route, follow guidance from local government and public health officials to safely complete the distance in your own community. Participants are encouraged to obey traffic signals and identified pedestrian crossings during their run.

Most importantly, stay within your physical limits and listen to your body during your run. Do not ignore pain and/ or discomfort that may result from your participation. If necessary, stop your run and seek medical attention especially if you experience new or persistent symptoms that do not resolve with rest or are abnormal for yourself.

SHARE YOUR SHUFFLE Be sure to post your Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle photos on social media and use #Shuffleto8K for a chance to be featured on our event channels. If you haven’t joined our social media community, we encourage you to follow us!

RACE RESULTS Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle participants can submit their results in their participant account starting on Monday, March 14.

Below are instructions on how to submit race results.

SUBMIT YOUR RESULTS • Log into your Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle participant account.

• Click on “Your Registrations” in the menu at the top of the page.

• Click “Submit Activity” on the event page and then select “Log and View Activities”.

• Select “Add Manual Activity” or “Add from Wearable”.

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FROM A WEARABLE Click “Submit Activity” on the event page and then select “Log and View Activities”.

Click “Log New Activity” and “Add from Wearable.”

The data from your device will be displayed. Click “Select” to choose an activity to submit as your results.

The activity must be for a date within the range of the selected week.

ADD A MANUAL ACTIVITY • Click “Submit Activity” on the event page and then select “Log and View Activities”.

• Click on “Log New Activity” and “Add Manual Activity.”

• Enter your time, date you completed the activity, time of the day you started, and the distance you completed.

• Each activity you log must correspond with the date range and selected date for which you are trying to enter.

• Click “Submit.”

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THE DEADLINE TO SUBMIT RACE RESULTS IS 11:59 P.M. (CENTRAL TIME) ON TUESDAY, MARCH 22.

CONNECT YOUR WEARABLE DEVICE TO YOUR PARTICIPANT ACCOUNT There are several wearable devices that are compatible with the tracking in your participant account. Follow the instructions below to connect your device with your account.

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To connect your device, click on “Your Devices” in the menu at the top of the page.

From there you will be directed to the “Manage” tab, where you can click “Connect” to sync your compatible device with your participant account. Please note, you can only connect the wearable devices include on the page.

Once you click “Connect,” you will be prompted to log in to your wearable device.

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Thank you to our sponsors

Official sponsors

Supporting sponsors

Media partners

Community partner

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1 Elite Club Tent 2 Red Gear Check 3 Red Start Hydration 4 Information 5 Shuffle Shop

Grant Park Start/Finish map

6 Beer Tent 7 Drink Ticket Sales 8 Food and Beverage 9 Post-Race Party Stage 10 Information

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Art Institute of Chicago

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Pritzker Music Pavilion

E. Jackson Blvd.

BP Bridge

Gate #2

Cloud Gate

Gate #1

Michigan Ave.

E. Ida B. Wells Dr.

E. Van Buren St.

E. Jackson Blvd.

E. Adams St.

E. Monroe St.

E. Madison St.

E. Washington St.

Michigan Ave.

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11 Drink Ticket Sales 12 Beer Tent

Course route

Information kiosks

Medical facilities

CTA train

Road closed to vehicle traffic

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Parking

Toilets

14 Blue Start Hydration

Metra train

Pedestrian crosswalk

15 Information 16 Blue Gear Check 17 Athletes with Disabilities Tent 18 Operations Compound 19 Harrison Volunteer Compound

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Museum Campus

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E. Balbo Ave.

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E. Roosevelt Rd.

E. 11th St.

E. 9th St.

Hilton Chicago

E. 8th St.

E. Balbo Ave.

E. Harrison St.

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The Mile Course

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DuSable Lake Shore Dr.

State St. Columbus Dr.

Wacker Dr. Wacker Dr.

Randolph St.

Washington Blvd.

State St.

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Lakefront Trail

Franklin St.

Harrison St.

8K Course* FINISH Aid station

2M Walk course

Roosevelt Rd.

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2 Advocate Health Care 3 Information 4 Food and Beverage 5 Drink Tickets

E. Ida B. Wells Dr.

1 Packet Pick-up Tent

W. Ida B. Wells Dr.

Packet Pick-up map

6 CARA 7 Beer Tent & Garden 8 Shuffle Shop & T-Shirts Bank of America Biofreeze StretchLab Gatorade Endurance Chicago Park District Michelob Ultra Fleet Feet

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Harrison Volunteer Compound

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DuSable Lake Shore Dr. 1

2 T-Shirt Pick-up

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Shuffle Shop 1 2 3 4 5

Bank of America Biofreeze StretchLab Gatorade Endurance Chicago Park District

6 Michelob Ultra 7 Shuffle Shop/ Fleet Feet

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T-Shirts Shuffle Shop

Beer Beer Tent Garden

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Packet Pick-up Tent

DJ Mile Awards

Drink Tickets

Advocate Health Care

The Mile

Participant Services

Food & Beverage

2-Mile Walk

Chicago Area Runners Association

Packet Pick-up Tent 8K Run

Information Services

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Columbus Drive