2022 OFFICIAL Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k Guide

A RUN & PARTY IN PENINSULA STATE PARK

MAY 7, 2022

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SUPPORTING SPONSORS:

Julie’s Park Cafe & Motel | Hayden Water Co. | True North Real Estate | Birchwood Lodge | GFL Environmental Flanigan Distributing | On Deck Clothing | Nicolet National Bank LODGING SPONSORS: Homestead Suites | High Point Inn | Birchwood Lodge | Parkwood Lodge | Bay Breeze Resort | Scandinavian Lodge | Waterbury Inn | Eagle Harbor Inn | AppleCreek Resort – Motel & Suites Ephraim Shores | Evergreen Hill Condominiums | Pheasant Park Resort | Blacksmith Inn on the Shore | Main Street Motel | JR Vacation Rentals | White Gull Inn

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Husby’s Food & Spirits | White Gull Inn | Julie’s Park Cafe Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant & Butik | Al Johnson’s Stabbur

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OFFICIAL GUIDE 2022 DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K

Welcome Back This race was created to highlight Peninsula State Park. It was created to celebrate spring on the peninsula. To celebrate this community. But most of all, it was created to celebrate you – the runner. The runner who puts one foot in front of the other through the snow. The ice. The rain of midwestern winter and spring.

The runner pounding the pavement with a vision of the starting line amidst the trees of the park in mind. The runner starting a season of races. The runner striding to overcome a challenge. The runner proving something to themselves. The runner getting back on the course after an injury.

That’s why we’re so happy to bring this race back to spring. A time of renewal, rebirth, reimagining. It’s May. It’s time for the Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k.

Show us how it’s done. Good luck runners!

Thanks for coming!

David Eliot Co-Founder, Door County Half Marathon Publisher, Peninsula Pulse

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The Races

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HALF MARATHON The Door County Half Marathon will start at 10 am Saturday, May 7. Runners should allow 10 – 15 minutes to walk from the Runners’ Concourse to the starting line on Shore Rd. The entire half marathon is run on paved surfaces in Peninsula State Park. The U.S. Track and Field certified course starts and finishes near Nicolet Beach. The course takes runners past breathtaking views of Green Bay, shaded areas through the woods, challenging hills and ever-changing scenery through one of Wisconsin’s most beautiful parks.

MP3 players are allowed for the race, but sorry, no dogs or strollers are allowed on the course due to space and safety concerns.

Walkers are welcome and should plan to finish by the time the course opens to traffic at 1:30 pm.

Walkers should be aware that if your pace is slower than 16 minutes per mile, not all course amenities may be available later in the race, since time constraints require us to break down aid stations to re-open the park roads.

All half marathon participants receive a long-sleeve race shirt, a finisher’s medal, and food and drink (including beer from One Barrel Brewing Co.) in the Runners’ Concourse area.

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NICOLET BAY 5K The Nicolet Bay 5k begins at 10:15 am, just after the start of the half marathon. The starting line is also on Shore Road, but a few hundred yards from the start of the half marathon.

Runners will follow the out and back course to the Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, where they will turn around for the finishing kick to the same finish line as the half marathoners.

MP3 players are allowed, but sorry, no dogs or strollers are allowed on the course due to space and safety concerns. Walkers are welcome in the 5k.

All participants will receive a t-shirt as well as food, beverages, a free beer from One Barrel Brewing Co. in the Runners’ Concourse.

The 2021 Run for Cause Team.

The 2022 Run for a Cause Team This year 56 runners joined our Run For A Cause team, raising a combined $23,175 for area charities. Each participant receives a free race entry when they commit to raising at least $250 for charity. Now in its twelfth year, the program has raised more than $210,600 for charities.

Alzheimer’s Association Allen Sass Door County Habitat for Humanity Tim Kowols Mission 22 Tim Donohue The Clearing Folk School Siobhan Drummond Lucas Kalms Patsy Lee Tammy Musiel Erik Rinkleff Jaxon Rinkleff Cindy Schneider Mike Schneider Jody Selenica Kim Steger Randy Tews Randy Tyson Yvonne Tyson Curt Wessel

Sue Baldwin Fund Niko Bonovich Sarah Bonovich Finn Bremer Margaret Bremer Avery Burress Chrystal Chartier Amy Christenson Deb Davis Scott Davis Carrie Goettleman Amy Haleen Chris Janisse Laurel Janisse Sarah Koehler Emily Kraynak Gina Lubahn Marnie Wienke Massey Ann Morgan Connie Pahl Dean Pahl Emma Pahl Mary Kay Razminas Morgan Rusnak Kasie Sattler Brittney Smith Camilla Smith Carrie Smith Nora Smith Holly Thomas Kenzie Thomas Tima Torcivia Amelia Van Boxtel Tonia Van Boxtel Lauren Ward Harper White Sarah White Evren Wittenmyer Lida Wittenmyer Simonie Woerfel

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Pacers will be on hand at the Door County Half Marathon to help guide runners to a successful finish. You’ll find them at the starting line holding signs with their goal finish times on them.

The team is organized by Krista Eliot, a veteran of 40 marathons and experienced member of both New Balance and Nike pace teams. Eliot said the pace team’s goal is to help runners finish within one minute of the goal time. “We’re here to help you, provide encouragement and support for runners to keep that finish goal in sight,” Eliot said.

The hills of the race challenge runners, especially if you have not done any hill training for the race. Runners should not necessarily expect pacers to run at the exact same pace throughout the race. Pace team members aim to maintain their prescribed pace up the hills, but there will likely be a slower pace going uphill, and faster going downhill. They will also slow or stop at aid stations, with slower pace teams taking slightly more time.

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Your 2022 Pace Team 1:45 (8:01 min/mile) Chris Schmitz and Curt Brey 1:50 (8:23 min/mile) Dave Schroeder and Joel Coon 1:55 (8:46 min/mile) Aaron Hizon and Mike Guth 2:00 (9:09 min/mile) Pam Schmitz and Beth Buboltz 2:05 (9:32 min/mile) Aaron Schneider and Chad Otis 2:10 (9:55 min/mile) Katie Houle and Jean Lemke 2:15 (10:18 min/mile) Marty Thomas and Fred Kramer 2:20 (10:41 min/mile) Kimberly Huntley and Melanie Donnerbauer 2:25 (11:04 min/mile) Craig Congdon and J.J. Teskey 2:30 (11:27) min/mile) Jackie Kohlhagen and Paula Walker

The 2021 Door County Half Marathon Pace Team.

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OFFICIAL GUIDE 2022 DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K

RUNNER INSTRUCTIONS Thank you for participating in the 14th annual Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k. Here’s a quick guide to make your run preparation as easy as possible. Good luck!

Getting to the Park

FRIDAY, MAY 6 The Packet Pickup and Expo will be held at the Baileys Harbor Town Hall at the corner of County F and Highway 57, from 1 – 9 pm. (Packet pickup on Saturday is at Nicolet Bay inside the park from 8 – 9 am). Get official Door County Half Marathon gear at the expo, or shop for great gear from Run Away Shoes.

Purchase annual ($28 for WI plates, $38 for out-of-state plates) or daily ($10, $13) park stickers at Packet Pickup if you plan to drive to the park. Pay by cash or check only.

SATURDAY, MAY 7 The Door County Half Marathon begins at 10 am. The starting line is near the boat launch.

(See map.)

The Nicolet Bay 5k begins at 10:15 am. The starting line is on Shore Road, about a quarter mile from the half marathon starting line. (See map.)

If you carpool you must have an annual or daily Wisconsin State Park parking sticker. Annual stickers are available at both the Fish Creek and Ephraim park entrances. The Fish Creek entrance is only open until 9 am.

We suggest that you purchase your annual sticker before race day to avoid delays. Daily stickers are available at packet pickup on Friday or at the Fish Creek or Ephraim entrances. Parking is limited.

Both participants and spectators may ride the shuttle to the park. Sorry, dogs are not allowed on the shuttles. Please see the schedule for details.

Absolutely no runner drop off in the park.

Plan to arrive at Peninsula State Park between 8 and 9:15 am to avoid delays getting to the starting line. You may use the Fish Creek entrance until 9 am. The Ephraim entrance will remain open. Park Greeters will assist you at each entrance.

At 9:45 am all course roads inside the park will be closed to all traffic except shuttle buses and emergency vehicles. All roads will re-open at 1:30 pm.

Schedule of Events

At the Runner’s Concourse

DAY & TIME EVENT LOCATION FRIDAY, MAY 6 8:00 am – Dusk 1 – 9 pm

Course Open Packet Pickup

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SATURDAY, MAY 7 8 am 8 – 9:00 am 10 am 10:15 am 11:00 am 11:45 am 12:30 pm 2:30 pm

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The Runners’ Concourse is located near Nicolet Beach. Here you will find Packet Pickup, Gear Check, Merchandise, Pace Team info, concessions, and bathrooms.

Porta-johns will be located in the Runners’ Concourse as well as near the starting line and just before each aid station.

Your cell phone may not work in the park. Designate a location to meet with family and friends after the race.

The starting line for the Door County Half Marathon is roughly a half mile from the Runner’s Concourse. Please give yourself 15 minutes to walk from the concourse to the starting line and find your spot in the starting chute.

Slower runners and walkers should start near the back of the pack.

On the course

Shuttle Schedule

• Porta-johns will be located at the starting line and just before each aid station.

Saturday, May 7

Shuttles will do a one-time pick up for guests at designated lodging sponsors at 8 am.

Additional shuttles will run continuously from our Park and Ride locations, Skyway Drive-in and Gibraltar School in Fish Creek, from 8 am – 2:30 pm. It is about a 20 minute ride from any of our stops to the Runners’ Concourse inside the park. Shuttles will make return stops to our lodging sponsors and our Park and Ride locations from 11am – 2:30 pm.

Please note designated roads inside the park will be closed until 1:30 pm.

TIME LOCATION PICK-UP 8 am AppleCreek Resort Lodging Guests Only Bay Breeze Resort Lodging Guests Only Birchwood Lodge Lodging Guests Only Eagle Harbor Inn Lodging Guests Only Ephraim Shores Lodging Guests Only High Point Inn Lodging Guests Only Homestead Suites Lodging Guests Only

Julie’s Park Café & Motel Lodging Guests Only Parkwood Lodge Lodging Guests Only Pheasant Park Resort Lodging Guests Only Scandinavian Lodge Lodging Guests Only Waterbury Inn Lodging Guests Only Evergeen Hill Condominiums Lodging Guests Only 11 am – 2:30 pm

There are two ways to get to Peninsula State Park, carpool or ride the shuttle (see shuttle stops and times on the Shuttle Schedule).

Buses begin return stops to the Locations listed above.

8 am – 2:30 pm* Skyway Drive-In Theatre Runners/Spectators/ Volunteers

Hwy 42, Fish Creek 8 am – 2:30 pm* Gibraltar School Runners/Spectators/ Volunteers

Hwy 42, Fish Creek *Buses will run continuously during these times.

Return stops to all pickup points. Dogs are not allowed on the shuttles.

• The safest place to warm up for the half marathon is on the course from the finish line to the two-mile mark. This section of the course will be closed early to all traffic.

• Aid stations will have water and original Gatorade. Caffeine-free vanilla and berry Clif Shot Gel packs will be available at the aid station located near mile 8. Medical personnel will be on site.

Important race notes Running with another person’s bib is not allowed.

Your timing chip is affixed to your bib. To ensure that your race time is recorded, bibs must be affixed to the front of your torso and should not be covered by another layer of clothing. Affixing your bib to the side of your shorts or your back greatly reduces reliability of the timing chip.

If you do not run in the race that you signed up for, your results will not be valid.

For the safety of all runners, strollers and dogs are not allowed on the course in either race. Runners on the course with strollers or dogs will be removed from the course by race officials.

After the race Half marathoners will receive their finisher’s medals in the finish shute.

Participants should proceed to the Runners’ Tent for water, Gatorade, food, race results, and bag pickup. This is also where you can claim your free beer from One Barrel Brewing Co. Athletic trainers from Door County Medical Center will be stationed at the Door County Medical Center Tent in the Runners’ Concourse.

Awards ceremony for overall winners only for 5k will be at 11:15am. Please make sure to check the results board to see if you’re an age group winner (1st, 2nd & 3rd) and pick up your award at the awards table.

Awards ceremony for overall winners and male & female masters only for the half marathon will be at 12:30pm. Please make sure to check the results board to see if you’re an age group winner (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, & 5th) and pick up your award at the awards table.

The open Tap will provide live music from 11 am - 2 pm.

The final shuttle leaves the concourse at 2:30 pm.

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NorDoor Athletics is an organization that offers youth baseball and softball opportunities for our Northern Door residents during the summer.

BG – Mighty Pioneers Located on Shore Road, this aid station is used twice along the half marathon route, just before mile 2 and again just before mile 11.

The Mighty Pioneers are Sevastopol’s 4k-6th grade youth sports organization.

The main emphasis of the organization is to develop and enhance fundamentals, learn the importance of teamwork, and teach good sportsmanship for all youth participating in sports at Sevastopol.

C – Staffed by Shepherd of the Bay Guatemala Mission Trip Located on Mengelberg Lane near Blossomburg Cemetery along the half marathon route near mile 4.

The Shepherd of the Bay Guatemala Mission Trip works with the Mayan people in Chichicastenango, Guatemala to build and repair houses for widows, install water filters and stoves, and work in feeding programs for kids. The children of Guatemala suffer one of the highest malnutrition rates in the world.

I – Staffed by Peninsula Preschool Located atop the infamous climb to Sven’s Bluff on Skyline Road along the half marathon route just beyond mile 5.

Peninsula Preschool is a naturebased school that provides a safe and loving environment where children are free to play and learn.

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J – Staffed by Gibraltar Girl Scouts Located at the finish line.

Girl Scout Troop 4356 is volunteering to raise funds for community service projects including shopping for a needy family during the holidays and earning their Silver Award. The group is also raising money for a trip to Savannah, Georgia, the birthplace of Girl Scouts.

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The Door County YMCA is strengthening the foundations of community through youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility. The YMCA has been serving Door County for nearly 30 years and is proud to touch the lives of 1 in 3 people in the community. More at doorcountyymca.org.

F – Staffed by Sevastopol School Track & Cross Country Located on Skyline Road along the half marathon route just past mile 9.

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The Egg Harbor Historical Society works to bring the history of Egg Harbor to life for future generations. Gathering family histories, recognizing historic buildings, and saving our heritage for new generations to enjoy, the EHHS is currently focused on the restoration and rehabilitation of the iconic Door County Library Bookmobile. Learn more at EggHarborWI.com.

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PLEASE NOTE: Dogs must be on a leash at all times! Along the course and at the finish line, please keep dogs off the course and in the grass off the side of the road.

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1. The Starting Line: While the Starting line can be accessed via Shore Road from the Runners’ Concourse, it is recommended that spectators walk the trail along Nicolet Bay to reduce congestion in the starting chute. The starting line is a 10 - 15 minute walk from the Runners’ Concourse.

When exiting the Nicolet Bay Boat Launch parking lot, spectators will have a great place to see the runners off for the half marathon and have plenty of time to walk back along Shore Road to get to the start of the Nicolet Bay 5k if you want.

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Sorry, pets are not allowed at Nicolet Bay Beach, the location of the Runner’s Concourse, per state park rules. We also do not allow dogs on the race course, at the finish line area, or on shuttles.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times in other areas of the park.

3. Mile 6/10 intersection: Get to this viewing spot by taking Sunset Trail from the Runner’s Concourse to Bluff Road. Cross Bluff Road, making sure not to interrupt runners and follow the signs down Hemlock Road.

(Please stay to the right side of the cones when heading to the 6/10 intersection and on the left when returning from the 6/10 intersection.) This viewing spot is about three-quarters of a mile from the Runners’ Concourse, and spectators should allow 15-20 minutes to walk to the intersection of Hemlock and Skyline Roads. From here, you can catch runners twice, first as they speed down the hill of Skyline Road near mile six, then again as they make the turn to the homestretch at mile 10.

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Spectators may ride shuttles into the park.

From the Runners’ Concourse, it will be about a half mile to the viewing location, so spectators should allow for 10-15 minutes to make this walk. (Be aware of the pace at which the runner you would like to see is running, it could be difficult to catch them at mile two.) The half marathon runners will pass this spot once more just before mile 11.

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Thank You Volunteers!

Thank You Joni!

One of the best parts of working at the Door County Half Marathon is coming together with such a fantastic group of volunteers each year.

From members of high school service clubs and church groups, to business owners, to visitors who just want to be a part of the event, we get to spend the week with some of the best people in our community and beyond.

More than 200 volunteers help us put this event together, and no matter what we throw at them, they respond with enthusiasm and a smile. We can’t thank them enough.

They are the reason this race has such an incredible feel to it, why runners come back year after year, and why we have so much fun putting it together.

Please thank them every chance you get!

The Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k is organized by the dedicated staff of the Peninsula Pacers and a large team of volunteers who descend on the park each spring.

For 14 runnings of the Door County Half Marathon those volunteers have been coordinated by Joni Witalison, who somehow juggles the names, phone numbers, and roles of the scores of people who lend a hand to get our runners to the finish line each year.

Amidst the chaos of race week, Joni is the calming force, rolling with schedule changes, weather disruptions, and no-shows to fill gaps, plug holes, and keep our team fed through long days in the park. The best part? Through it all, Joni’s energy and enthusiasm never wanes.

RELENA DEL TORRO RIBBONS

FRANCIS FLANAGAN

The 2022 Half Marathon marks her final event as our volunteer coordinator, leaving huge shoes to fill.

Thank you for helping make this the great event it is, Joni!

2021 Door County Half marathon winner Francis Flanagan, age 36, of Milwaukee.

2021 Door County Half marathon winner Relena Del Torro Ribbons, age 34, of Appleton.

2021 Race Winners Francis Flanagan of Milwaukee was the first of 981 runners to reach the finish of the 2021 Door County Half Marathon. The 36-yearold finished in 1:15:07, outpacing four-time winner Rodee Schneider, 40, by one minute and 46 seconds. Tim Kowols, 36, of Green Bay finished third.

On the women’s side, the top finisher came up just shy of a new course record. Relena Del Toro Ribbons, 34, of Appleton finished in 1:22:19, just 14 seconds slower than the course record set by Hanna Christensen in 2019. Maggie Priebe, 30, of Green Bay finished second in 1:26:01, and Hannah Lyons, 24, of Milwaukee finished third in 1:34:28.

In the Nicolet Bay 5K, Christopher Mahoney of Chicago topped the field in 17:48, followed

by Brian Busse of De Pere in 18:33 and Scott Cayo of Wauwatosa in 18:46. Thirteen-yearold Alejandro Cantarero of Aurora, Illinois, finished seventh in 19:51, followed by Logan Davison of Windsor, Wisconsin, in 20:11.

For the women, youth ruled the day as Madeline Mrozinski, 15, of Menomonee Falls, finished first in 21:03. That was just three seconds ahead of Inez Schmidt, 13, of Rice Lake. Gemma Mrozinsky of Manitowoc finished third in 22:06. Eleven of the top 18 finishers were 15 or younger.

2022 PrizePackages & Awards Our overall and masters division winners in the Door County Half Marathon each receive pottery created

by Race Director Brian Fitzgerald, in addition to other prizes from local businesses.

Course Records Door County Half Marathon Male 1. Tyler Sigl, Seymour, 1:07:56 (2017) 2. Jason Ryf, Oshkosh, 1:08:57 (2008) 3. Jason Ryf, Oshkosh, 1:09:02 (2009) 4. Brian Finnel, Forestville, 1:09:07 (2012) 5. Jason Ryf, Oshkosh, 1:09:51 (2010)

Nicolet Bay 5k Male 1. Dustin Hudeck, 15:59 (2016) 2. Trent Evans, 16:06 (2014) 3. Roy Pugsley, 16:11 (2014) 4. Mark Cabellaro, 16:16 (2018) 5. Ben Schmitt, 22, Burlington, 16:31 (2012)

Door County Half Marathon Female 1. Hanna Christensen, 28, Madison, 1:22:05 (2019) 2. Relena Del Torro Ribbons, 34, Appleton, 1:22:19 (2021) 3. Maggie Priebe, 27, Green Bay, 1:23:43 (2019) 4. Kelsey Seiler, 27, Chicago, 1:24:09 (2019) 5. Hanna Christensen (Knurr), 24, Madison, 1:24:20 (2015)

Nicolet Bay 5k Female 1. Anna Gray, 18:29 (2018) 2. Allison Arndt, 34, Franklin, 18:58 (2014) 3. Liz Gilbert, 25, Sturgeon Bay, 19:05 (2015) 4. Bailey Wolf, 12, Oconto Falls, 19:44 (2011) 5. Liz Gilbert, 29, Sturgeon Bay, 19:54 (2019)

Door County Half Marathon Male Masters 1. Eric Pilling, 1:17:45 (2016) 2. Matthew Braaksma, Madison, 1:19:44 (2018) 3. Kurt Van Den Plas, 45, Kewaunee, 1:22:56 (2016) 4. Russ Soukup, 51, Two Rivers, 1:23:33 (2013) 5. Kurt Van Den Plas, 44, Kewaunee, 1:23:40 (2015)

Nicolet Bay 5k Male Masters 1. Roy Pugsley, 45, Potomac Falls, Virginia, 16:11 (2014) 2. Tony Kessler, 45, Kimberly, 18:21 (2012) 3. Tony Kessler, 47, Menasha, 18:37 (2014) 4. Brian Busse, 41, De Pere, 19:10 (2019) 5. Tony Kessler, 43, Kimberly, 20:21 (2010) 5. Andy Nicoli, 43, Grafton, 20:21 (2019)

Door County Half Marathon Female Masters 1. Heather Tuttle-Copeland, 41, DePere, 1:30:00 (2013) 2. Jeanette Poole, 48, Mequon, 1:30:23 (2010) 3. Jennifer Chaudoir, 40, Green Bay, 1:30:30 (2015) 4. Kris Rostas, 55, Appleton, 1:30:53 (2019) 5. Cleo Ferris, 44, De Pere, 1:32:31 (2014)

Nicolet Bay 5k Female Masters 1. Becky Vander Heiden, 40, Monona, 20:30 (2019) 2. Heather Tuttle-Copeland, 42, De Pere, 20:44 (2014) 3. Rebecca Coutre, 21:16 (2018) 4. Koreena Renard, 49, New Franken, 22:33 (2019) 5. Paula Kastenson, 52, Sturgeon Bay, 22:45 (2008)

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Running for the Health of It Strengthen your mind through running

by SARA RAE LANCASTER sara@ppulse.com Brian Stephens doesn’t just talk the talk when it comes to leading an active lifestyle.

He walks the walk. Or, in this case, he runs the run.

On Saturday, May 7, Stephens will join 1,277 fellow runners at the starting line of the Door County Half Marathon. And though he does not claim to be a hard-core distance runner, he has competed in the half marathon almost every year since it started in 2008.

“I did one full marathon back in 2001, but I wasn’t a consistent runner until we moved to Door County in 2005,” he said. “It’s just such a beautiful place to run.”

In addition to the surrounding postcardworthy scenery, Stephens said he seeks out running not just for the physical-health benefits, but for the mental-wellness perks as well.

“For me, running gives me the time and the space to think and just enjoy nature,” he said.

“Whether it’s running or walking, just getting out and being in nature really helps with keeping things organized and in perspective.”

The mental-health benefits of running have long been documented, but a recent study revealed that even as few as 10 minutes of moderate-intensity running gives both your mood and your executive functions a boost. In fact, some researchers are even going so far as to say that running may provide more mentalhealth benefits than any other type of exercise.

Brady Nieman of Sturgeon Bay would agree.

“There are a lot of physical-health benefits that come with running, but for me it’s always been about mental health,” he said.

After being in an on-again, off-again relationship with running, Nieman went out for a run on Nov. 11, 2020, and never looked back.

“That’s my sobriety date,” said Nieman, who turned to running after hitting his “rock bottom” in a lengthy battle with depression, anxiety and addiction. “I used running to help fight my addiction to alcohol and selfmedication. I needed a way out.”

Running became his reason to get up in the morning – to try again, no matter what had

happened the day before. It became a way to The motivation that training for a half cope with the everyday stressors in life. marathon provides is another reason why “It’s been incredibly liberating for me,” he Stephens is drawn to it every year. said. “It’s given me the confidence and a way “I like that it is in the spring because it keeps to crawl out of the hole I was in.” me on a training plan and active throughout But it wasn’t a quick fix. the winter months,” said Stephens, who sticks “It is not an instant thing,” Nieman said. to a training routine that includes four days of “But it is something you can put your mind to running and one long run per week. and accomplish over time.”

Spending time outside during daylight For him, that hours is one of meant focusing on the best ways to just the next step. combat the effects “That next step of SAD, but even was my instant if the shortened gratification,” days or inclement he said. “It weather keep you was knowing running indoors, that tomorrow your mood and everything won’t be mental well-being fixed, but the steps still benefit from I am taking now the endorphins will help me a year released while from now.” running.

Since that first Mental-health run in November benefits aside, an 2020, Nieman has article from Johns joined the racing Hopkins Medicine scene, starting with said that “regular the Jacksonport cardiovascular Lake to Lake 10K exercise can spark The social component of running is another mental health perk and then branching growth of new the sport offers. Stephens (in red) is pictured here with running out to longer blood vessels to friends, Andy Starr, Dr. Matt Theado and Dr. Rory Johnson. distances such as the nourish the brain.

Door County Half Marathon, which he will run Exercise may also produce new brain cells again this year. All of those miles along the in certain locations through a process called way have helped to build the person Nieman is neurogenesis, which may lead to an overall today. improvement in brain performance and “It’s been a transformation, and I enjoy that prevent cognitive decline.” it’s still happening – that I’m still a work in That’s good news for people who are looking progress,” he said. “I haven’t fixed everything, for ways to improve their overall health. But but I can take what I’ve learned [through where to start? running] and apply it to everything in my life.

“I would encourage people to just start I’ve become a better worker, a better friend, a running – even just a little bit,” Nieman said. better partner, a better family member – just “Go out for 20 minutes, whether it’s a run, a from running and exercising.” walk, whatever you can do.”

But a person doesn’t have to be looking for From there, set small, achievable goals. a transformational experience to reap the “It’s so easy to set goals with running,” he benefits of running. Even someone who’s said. “You can go for distance – I’m going to looking for the smallest boost in mood can go for a 5K, or I’m going to go for a 10K – or benefit from going for a run – making the you can go for consistency – I’m going to run timing of the Door County Half Marathon for five days instead of four days. It’s all an particularly advantageous for those who accomplishment.” experience seasonal affective disorder (SAD) The body may be sore afterward, but Nieman or just tend to feel more sluggish during the promises the mind will feel renewed. winter.

The Team Brian Fitzgerald

Jordan Burress

Krista Eliot

Marla Maney

Race Director

Project Manager and Registration Director

Pace-team Coordinator

Shuttle Coordinator

Pace-team coordinator Krista Eliot has been a part of the race since it started. As an experienced runner of 40 marathons and many other races, Eliot’s input has been vital in catering the race to the needs of our runners. She lives in Baileys Harbor with her husband, race cofounder David Eliot.

Marla has been involved in the event world from both a participant and staff perspective for over a decade. She’s competed in triathlons, run marathons such as New York, San Diego and Chicago, completed a 50-mile ultra and worked as staff for events in Wisconsin, Maryland and Florida.

In her free time Marla enjoys traveling with her husband and loves to spoil their doberman Lenny.

Brian Fitzgerald is a co-founder of the Peninsula Pacers: the organizers of the Door County Half Marathon, Peninsula Century Fall Challenge and Spring Classic bike rides, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Hey Hey 5K, One Barrel Fun Run, and Door County Beer Festival.

He also handles course and aid-station operations for the MS Challenge Walk and is the bike and run course director for the Door County Triathlon. An avid outdoors enthusiast, Fitzgerald loves to ski, run and bike throughout the peninsula, doing them all much faster than he drives. He lives in Ephraim with his wife, Tracey.

David Eliot Door County Half Marathon Co-founder David Eliot is a co-founder of the Door County Half Marathon and the Peninsula Pacers: organizers of the Door County Half Marathon, Peninsula Century Fall Challenge and Spring Classic bike rides, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Hey Hey 5K, One Barrel Fun Run, and Door County Beer Festival. He’s also a co-founder and the publisher of the Peninsula Pulse weekly newspaper and Door County Living magazine. A member of various local boards, he lives in Baileys Harbor with his wife, Krista, who is the race’s pace-team coordinator.

Jordan Burress is the project manager and registration director for the Peninsula Pacers: organizers of the Door County Half Marathon, Peninsula Century Fall Challenge and Spring Classic bike rides, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Hey Hey 5K, One Barrel Fun Run, and Door County Beer Festival. She lives in Sister Bay with her husband, Justin, and their three daughters.

Myles Dannhausen Jr. Race Assistant Myles Dannhausen Jr. is involved in the many events of the Peninsula Pacers and has been a member of the Door County Half Marathon team since the first running. He is a three-time marathon finisher and co-owner of Peninsula Publishing and Distribution. He lives in Sister Bay with his wife, Anne; and son, Connor.

Joni Witalison

Adam Peronto Aid-station Coordinator Upon graduating from UW-Eau Claire, Peronto moved to Door County to work as an exercise physiologist and community-outreach coordinator for Door County Medical Center. Peronto serves on the board of directors of the Algoma Venture Academy and Big Brothers Big Sisters of Door County. He also enjoys coaching Special Olympics, backpacking, camping and playing soccer.

Cole Vanderleest

Volunteer Coordinator

Concourse coordinator

Joni Witalison is a Door County native who lives in Fish Creek with her husband, Gary. She helps coordinate volunteers in Girl Scouting, at Door Community Auditorium and at other Pacers events.

She also owns her own salon, A Cut Above, in Fish Creek.

Cole Vanderleest was a runner in a previous life. He now co-owns DC County Chocolate Design and coffee shop with his wife, Kara. They live in Sister Bay and are expecting their first child in June.

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Lars Johnson Door County Half Marathon Co-founder Johnson is a co-owner of Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant. He has completed 15 marathons, including the Boston Marathon in 2003, and was integral in forming the Door County Half Marathon.

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UPCOMING

2022/2023 EVENTS Presented by the

June 18 Baileys Harbor Door County Beer Festival

June 18 Baileys Harbor Peninsula Century Spring Classic

Good beer, good food, good music doorcountybeer.com

Ride the backroads of Door County peninsulacenturyspringclassic.com

June 25 Baileys Harbor

Sept. 17 Sister Bay

Door County Wine Festival Sip and savor Door County wines doorcountywinefest.com

Sept. 24 Baileys Harbor Hey Hey 5K Starts and finishes at the Door County Brewing Company heyhey5k.com

Feb. 11, 2023 Sister Bay Door County Pond Hockey Keeping the outdoor tradition alive doorcountypondhockey.com

Peninsula Century Fall Challenge Ride Northern Door County peninsulacenturyfallchallenge.com

Nov. 27 Egg Harbor One Barrel Fun Run Catch the penguin onebarrelrun.com

May 6, 2023 Fish Creek Door County Half Marathon A run in Peninsula State Park doorcountyhalfmarathon.com