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2018 OFFICIAL GUIDE DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K
MAJOR SPONSORS
SUPPORTING SPONSORS:
Hayden Water Co. | Advanced Disposal | Julie’s Park Café & Motel On Deck Clothing Company | Birchwood Lodge | Flanigan Distributing Cordon Family Foundation | 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 • Pheasant Park Resort • Pine Grove Resort • Blacksmith Inn on the Shore • Main Street Motel • White Gull Inn • Village Green Lodge DINING SPONSORS: The Cookery • Husby’s Food & Spirits • Grasse’s Grill • White Gull Inn • Julie’s Park Cafe • Al Johnson’s • Czarnuszka Soup Bar • Base Camp Coffee Bar RETAIL SPONSORS: Lakeshore Adventures • Twisted Tree • Tapuat Kombucha • Run Away Shoes • On Deck Clothing Company • Skyway Drive-in • Ecology • Door County YMCA PACE TEAM SPONSOR: Door County Medical Center
A Run in the Park The Races Runner Guide Schedule of Events Shuttle Schedule The Courses
Our Pace Team MyTEAM Triumph Run For A Cause Run the Door The Team Behind the Race The Post Party
SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT TO THE PENINSULA PULSE
Photo by Len Villano.
A Run in the Park …no matter what
In the middle of April, the snows of spring came. They always do in Door County, but this was different. Eight to twelve inches. No, 10 to 16 inches. Strike that, could be 20 inches. Or it could just be rain. With the ice of this long winter still on the course, we hoped for rain. We got snow. We got more snow than we’ve ever seen in a single storm. The forecasts, it turned out, undersold it. We got 30 inches in Door County over four days, and as the snow fell, the questions came. “Is the race still on?” Our answer? Of course it is. We called in the plows, readied our shovels and our ice scrapers, and made plans to work. How could we not? How could we not when more than 2,500 runners have put in their miles. Through the snow and cold and ice. Through the wind and the rain of a long midwestern winter. Through the doubts and the injuries. All looking to May 5, to a day when winter’s grip would finally loosen, and the warmth of spring would return for real. Looking forward to a day when we gather at the starting line, nervous and excited, buoyed by the camaraderie that only runners taking on a challenge that once seemed impossible can bring. No, canceling was not an option. At least not because of a little snow. Eleven years in, this race is now a sign of spring in Door County. The start of a new season, new hopes, new friendships. And in Peninsula State Park May 5, beneath the canopy and along this shoreline, it’s the start of a race in a beautiful, revered place. Thank you runners for joining us and trusting us to be ready for you, and thank you to Door County for the support that makes it all possible. David Eliot Co-Founder, Door County Half Marathon Publisher, Peninsula Pulse
Photo by Nate Perry.
OFFICIAL GUIDE
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HALF MARATHON The Door County Half Marathon will start at 10 am Saturday, May 5. 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.
2017 CHAMPIONS Tyler Sigl of Seymour smashed the Door County Half Marathon course record in 2017, finishing in 1:07:56. The victory was the second in a row for Sigl, one of the country’s best ultra marathoners. On the women’s side, Natalie Anderson won with a time of 1:31:29. Door County native and Sevastopol High School graduate Annie Bley finished second in 1:33:05. In the Nicolet Bay 5k, 15 year-old Dustin Hudak of Lowell, IN, won his third straight title in 18:01, while Jessica Sigl of Seymour paced the women with a time of 19:21.
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 Door County Brewing Co. beer and Tapuat Kombucha!) in the Runners’ Concourse area. Runners also receive a drink ticket good for a beer or root beer at five of our sponsor restaurants (see post-race party details).
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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 and drink in the Runners’ Concourse areas (including Door County Brewing Co. beer and Tapuat Kombucha!). Runners also receive a drink ticket good for a beer or root beer at five of our sponsor restaurants (see post-race party details).
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COURSE RECORDS Door County Half Marathon Male 1. Tyler Sigl, 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. Ben Schmitt, 22, Burlington, 16:31 (2012) 5. Dustin Hudek, 14, Lowell, Ind., 17:20 (2015)
Door County Half Marathon Female 1. Hanna Knurr, Madison, 1:24:20 (2015) 2. Molly Schneider, 27, Madison, 1:25:30 (2013) 3. Krista Cornelius, Green Bay, 1:26:09 (2009) 4. Valerie Hubbard, 1:26:19 (2016) 5. Molly Schneider, 28, Madison, 1:27:48 (2014)
Nicolet Bay 5k Female 1. Allison Arndt, 34, Franklin, 18:58 (2014) 2. Liz Gilbert, 25, Sturgeon Bay, 19:05 (2015) 3. Bailey Wolf, 12, Oconto Falls, 19:44 (2011) 4. Michelle Finnel, 28, Sturgeon Bay, 20:30 (2013) 5. Heather Tuttle-Copeland, 42, De Pere, 20:44 (2014)
Door County Half Marathon Male Masters 1. Eric Pilling, 1:17:45 (2016) 2. Kurt Van Den Plas, 45, Kewaunee, 1:22:56 (2016) 3. Russ Soukup, 51, Two Rivers, 123:33 (2013) 4. Kurt Van Den Plas, 44, Kewaunee, 1:23:40 (2015) 5. Russ Soukup, 50, Two Rivers, 1:23:57 (2012)
Nicolet Bay 5k Male Masters 1. Roy Pugsley, 45, Potomac Falls, VA, 16:11 (2014) 2. Tony Kessler, 45, Kimberly, 18:21 (2012) 3. Tony Kessler, 47, Menasha, 18:37 (2014) 4. Tony Kessler, 43, Kimberly, 20:21 (2010) 5. Kent Kisow, 52, 20:31 (2016)
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. Cleo Ferris, 44, De Pere, 1:32:31 (2014) 5. Jennifer Chaudoir, 41, Green Bay, 1:32:55
Nicolet Bay 5k Female Masters 1. Heather Tuttle-Copeland, 42, De Pere, 20:44 (2014) 2. Paula Kastenson, 52, Sturgeon Bay, 22:45 (2008) 3. Rachel Werkmeister, 43, Freedom, 22:48 (2015) 4. Diane Kisow, 49, Sheboygan, 22:59 (2013) 5. Christine Pirrung, 58, Kohler, 23:12 (2013)
Door County Half Marathon By the Numbers
OFFICIAL GUIDE 2018 DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K | SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT PENINSULA PULSE
200+ Volunteers required for each running of the Door County Half Marathon
2,579 Number of runners who finished the Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k in 2017
$236,000 Amount contributed to area charities in 11 years of the Door County Half Marathon
61 Percent of runners who were female
92 Percent of all runners who come from outside Door County
67 Percent of runners who rent overnight lodging for race weekend
$370,311 Estimated amount that runners and their families spend on lodging on half marathon weekend
$20,367 Room tax revenue generated by
Photo by Len Villano.
2018 Prize Packages and Awards For many, finishing is reward enough, but there are others who run to challenge themselves by time and competition. For those we have put together award packages that should give everyone a goal to shoot for. Thanks to the generous sponsorship from Denise and Greg Stillman of the Parkwood Lodge, our two overall winners will receive a two-night stay at the resort. The Parkwood is located just steps from Peninsula State Park in Fish Creek, making it ideal for a getaway to enjoy the natural splendor of Door County!
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Winners also receive pottery specially created by our Race Director, Brian Fitzgerald.
17,967 Total number of finishers in the
Thank you to all of our generous sponsors who have contributed to the prize packages this year!
first ten runnings of the Door County Half Marathons
1:07:56 The fastest time ever recorded on the Door County Half Marathon course, by Tyler Sigl, in 2017.
2 Number of years there was still ice on the shore for Half Marathon weekend.
1st Place Male Overall Pottery created by race director Brian Fitzgerald 2-night stay at Parkwood Lodge $150 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company $100 Gift certificate to Run Away Shoes Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology 2 Tickets to Northern Sky Theater Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company 1st Place Female Overall Pottery created by race director Brian Fitzgerald 2-night stay at Parkwood Lodge $150 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company $100 Gift certificate to Run Away Shoes Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology 2 Tickets to Northern Sky Theater Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company 1st Place Male Masters Pottery created by race director Brian Fitzgerald $100 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology 2 Tickets to Northern Sky Theater Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company 1st Place Female Masters Pottery created by race director Brian Fitzgerald $100 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology 2 Tickets to Northern Sky Theater Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company
1st Place Male Nicolet Bay 5k Pottery Created by race director Brian Fitzgerald Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology $175 Gift certificate to Run Away Shoes $75 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company 1st Place Female Nicolet Bay 5k Pottery Created by race director Brian Fitzgerald Mixed Case of Tapuat Kombucha $50 Gift certificate to Ecology $175 Gift certificate to Run Away Shoes $75 Gift certificate to On Deck clothing company Gift Card to Door County Sunglass Company
RUNNER
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Thank you for participating in the 11th 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! FRIDAY, MAY 4 • Packet Pickup at the Ephraim Village Hall from 1 – 9 pm. (Packet pickup on Saturday is at Nicolet Bay inside the park). 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 5 • Packet Pickup at the Runners’ Concourse inside the park 8 – 9:30. (See map.) • The Door County Half Marathon begins at 10 am. The starting line is near the boat launch. (See map.) Photo by Len Villano.
• 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.)
Getting to the Park
SCHEDULE OF EVENTS DAY & TIME EVENT LOCATION FRIDAY, MAY 4 8:00 am – Dusk Course Open Peninsula State Park 1 – 9 pm Packet Pickup Ephraim Village Hall SATURDAY, MAY 5 8 am 8 – 9:30 am 10 am 10:15 am 11:15 am 12:30 pm 2:30 pm 2 pm
Shuttle Bus Pickup Packet Pickup Door County Half Marathon Nicolet Bay 5K Nicolet Bay 5K Awards Half Marathon Awards Final Shuttle Leaves Post-race Party
See Schedule Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park Peninsula State Park Husby’s Food and Spirits
SHUTTLE SCHEDULE Saturday, May 5 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, Stella Maris Catholic Church in Sister Bay and Gibraltar School in Fish Creek, from 8 am – 3:30 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 Guests Only Bay Breeze Resort Birchwood Lodge Eagle Harbor Inn Ephraim Shores High Point Inn Homestead Suites Julie’s Park Café & Motel Parkwood Lodge Pheasant Park Resort Pine Grove Resort Scandinavian Lodge Waterbury Inn 11 – 3:30 pm Busses begin return stops to the Locations listed above. 8 – 3:30 pm* Stella Maris Catholic Church Runners/Spectators/Volunteers 2410 Hwy 42, Sister Bay 8 – 3:30 pm* Gibraltar School Hwy 42, Fish Creek
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*Busses will run continuously during these times. Return stops to all pick-up points. Dogs are not allowed on the shuttles.
• There are two ways to get to Peninsula State Park, carpool or ride the shuttle. • 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. • 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.
Pasta Dinner Specials Two of our great restaurant sponsors will offer pasta specials the night before the race. The Cookery and the White Gull Inn will both offer special pasta options. These restaurants will also be offering their full menu that night. The Cookery, Fish Creek Whole Wheat Linguine with Wild Shrimp: Wild shrimp sauteed with garlic, pimentón (Spanish paprika) and red pepper flakes, finished with dry sherry. Tossed with whole wheat linguine and garnished with parmesan. Vegetarian Linguine: Seasonal vegetables sautéed with garlic, pimento (Spanish paprika) and red pepper flakes, finished with dry sherry and tossed with whole wheat linguine and parmesan. Roasted Tomato Orecchiette: Orecchiette pasta baked with oven roasted cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, crushed red pepper, ricotta and parmesan. Add-ons: Grilled chicken breast or grilled salmon White Gull Inn Reservations are recommended, and people will have a choice of fish boil or pasta dinner. Bolognese: Bolognese with fettuccine, salad, and French bread, Door County cherry pie ala mode for dessert. Tomato basil Parmesan Marinara: Served with fettuccine, salad and French bread, Door County cherry pie ala mode for dessert.
OFFICIAL GUIDE 2018 DOOR COUNTY HALF MARATHON & NICOLET BAY 5K | SPECIAL SUPPLEMENT PENINSULA PULSE
AFTER YOU ARRIVE IN THE PARK At the Runner’s Concourse • 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 • Porta-johns will be located at the starting line and just before each aid station. • 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. Caffeinefree vanilla and berry Clif Shot Gel packs will be available at the aid station located near mile 8. Medical personnel will be on site.
Photo by Nate Perry. Photo by Len Villano.
PLAY YOUR MUSIC - BUT FOR YOURSELF
We know that music helps get many runners to the finish line faster, but we ask you to respect the experience of your fellow runners. Keep your volume to a reasonable level so that those who want to enjoy their run in the park can do so without hearing your mix (we know it’s awesome...for you). And certainly do not use speakers that project your music beyond your eardrums. Be considerate and mindful of other runners and help everyone have a great experience on the course!
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.
TAKE PRECAUTIONS FOR YOUR MEDICAL CARE To facilitate care in case of an emergency or other event we ask that you provide basic medical information on the back of your race bib. In the case of an emergency, seconds count!
• 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.
Please take a moment to write your name, address, and emergency contact information on the back of your runner’s bib. If you have any significant health issues, allergies, or are taking medications, please list them as well. This is an important first step in providing pertinent information that will expedite decision making and care on your behalf.
After the race
We hope we never have to make use of this information, but if we do, it will help our staff provide you with the best care possible.
• Half marathoners will receive their finisher’s medals in the finish chute. Participants should proceed to the Runners’ Concourse for water, Gatorade, food, race results, and bag pickup. This is also where you can claim your free beer from Door County Brewing Co. and unlimited free kombucha from Sister Bay’s Tapuat Kombucha! • Athletic trainers from Ministry 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 final shuttle leaves the concourse at 2:30 pm and the post-race party will move to Husby’s in Sister Bay, where there will be live music at the outdoor garage bar in the afternoon. • Support our sponsors! You will receive a drink ticket at packet pickup good for a beverage at Husby’s, White Gull Inn, The Cookery, Julie’s Cafe, Grasse’s Grill, and Al Johnson’s Stabbur.
Runner Recovery Tips from Dr. Rory Johnson Dr. Rory Johnson, primary care/family medicine provider at Door County Medical Center Clinic Fish Creek, is medical director of the Door County Half Marathon. Here are some tips from Dr. Johnson for a speedy post-race recovery: ● Fuel. Have a light snack within 20 minutes. A four to one carbohydrate to protein ratio is ideal, such as banana with peanut butter or yogurt and granola. The evening after your run, have a decent meal balancing protein, carbs and fat. ● Stretch. Within 30 minutes of finishing your run, stretch for 10-15 minutes, focusing on major muscle groups, with extra attention to any areas that felt sore during the event. ● Hydrate. Within first 10-15 minutes, drink plenty of water or electrolyte drink, and keep up water intake for the rest of the day. “Even if the temperature is cool, you’ll lose lots of fluid. Keeping muscles hydrated will help prevent soreness.” ● Rest. Put your feet up, or better yet, take a nap. If you need an excuse for a massage, now is the time! ● Bathe. Within an hour or two of bed, take a warm bath. After a bath, stretch again before sleeping. A bath also helps with a good night’s sleep, another key factor in recovery. Kudos to today’s athletes, and a speedy recovery to all!
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AID STATIONS Aid stations for the Door County Half Marathon and the Nicolet Bay 5k are staffed by volunteers from peninsula nonprofits. The County Half Marathon donates at least $500 to the organization of each group’s choice. (But a “Thank you!” as you run by is appreciated!) AH – Staffed by Friends of Peninsula State Park Located by Eagle Bluff Lighthouse on Shore Road. Located on the half marathon route at mile 1 1/2 and at mile 11 1/2. Located on the Nicolet Bay 5k route at about the 1 1/2 mile mark. The Friends of Peninsula State Park are dedicated to the preservation of Peninsula State Park, assuring that this spectacular wilderness and shoreline is enjoyed for generations. The donation supports volunteer services and the interpretive, educational, recreational and visitor service programs at the park. More at peninsulafriends.org.
BG – Rotary Club of Door County North Located on Shore Road, this aid station is located twice along the half marathon route, just before mile 2 and again just before mile 11.
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C – Staffed by Shepherd of the Bay Guatemala Mission Trip 2017 Located on Mengelberg Lane near Blossomburg Cemetery along the half marathon route near mile 4.
D – Staffed by the YMCA Located on Hemlock Road a route just past mile 6.
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 in a country where children suffer one of the highest malnutrition rates in the world.
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Peninsula State Park provides spectators with a one-of-a-kind viewing experience, giving you incredible views of natural splendor while you catch friends and family as they take on the challenging course. The Half Marathon begins at 10 am, the 5k at 10:15 am, a few hundred yards behind the start of the half marathon. Roads into the park close at 9 am. Spectators may ride shuttles into the park.
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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.
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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. 4. The Finish Line: Located near the Runners’ Concourse, the Finish Line is on Shore Road. Line the finish chute and make some noise to propel runners through their final strides. (This is also the finish line for the Nicolet Bay 5k.)
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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.
E – Egg Harbor Historical Society Located on Highland Road along the half marathon route just before mile 8.
outside high school. Their donation supports the Sevastopol Track program.
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 local heritage for new generations to enjoy. The society is currently focused on the restoration and rehabilitation of the iconic Door County Library Bookmobile. Learn more at EggHarborWI.com. F – Staffed by Sevastopol School Track & Cross Country Located on Skyline Road along the half marathon route just past mile 9. The Sevastopol Track & Cross Country teams return for their 9th year in support of the half marathon. Coach Chris Horvat said he appreciates the opportunity to expose his athletes to the sport of running
J – Staffed by Jacksonport Women’s Club Located at the finish line. The members of the Jacksonport Women’s Club will be at the finish line to hand you your well-earned hydration! Since 1946, the Jacksonport Women’s Club has supported Jacksonport community activities and events, such as parks improvements, scholarships, rescue equipment, and beautification efforts. Blue Star - Runner’s Concourse
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June 16, 2018 Door County Beer Festival doorcountybeer.com
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Bikes, Beer, and Music at the Door County Beer Festival June 16 If you love beer and biking, you’ll want to be in Baileys Harbor on Father’s Day weekend. The Door County Beer Festival and Peninsula Century Spring Classic bike ride return to Baileys Harbor June 16. The 31st Spring Classic ride will welcome more than 800 riders to enjoy one of four great routes. Whether riding 25, 50, 62, or 100 miles, riders will take in beautiful scenery and vistas on Door County’s back roads. Routes will feature up to six aid stations stocked with specialty food items, beverages, and mechanics to support your ride. Finish with a post-ride lunch of pasta and caesar salad. Riders will also enjoy a free beer from Door County
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Brewing Co. and unlimited free tastings of Tapuat Kombucha. The day will also include the Door County Beer Festival, with unlimited tastings of more than 150 craft beers from 50 breweries. Chefs from Chives, Fireside, Thyme Cuisine, Wickman House, Door County Creamery, and The Whistling Swan will present mouth-watering fare street-food style on the lawn. Tickets for the two events are sold separately. To learn more about these two great Baileys Harbor events, visit doorcountybeerfestival.com and peninsulacenturyspringclassic.com and get your tickets today!
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Take the Fall Challenge Sept. 15 Registration for the Peninsula Century Fall Challenge bicycle ride is now open! Riders can save $15 off onsite registration by taking advantage of early bird pricing through June 30! The ride features four scenic routes through Northern Door County, starting and ending at Sister Bay’s Waterfront Park on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018. Routes of 25, 50, 62, and 100 miles all include fun themed aid stations with featured food items, and a post-ride pasta lunch from Thyme Catering, bites from Sister Bay chefs including Door County Creamery, Al Johnson’s, Seaquist Orchards, Husby’s, Grasse’s Grill, and Door County Ice Cream Factory. Wash it all down with brews from Door County Brewing Co. and unlimited kombucha from Sister Bay’s Tapuat Kombucha. To view routes, learn more or to register, visit peninsulacenturyfallchallenge.com today!
"We run, not because we think it is doing us good, but because we enjoy it and cannot help ourselves…The more restricted our society and work become, the more necessary it will be to find some outlet for this craving for freedom. No one can say, ‘You must not run faster than this, or jump higher than that.’ The human spirit is indomitable." - Roger Bannister
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September 22, 2018 Hey Hey 5k heyhey5k.com
February 9, 2019 Door County Pond Hockey Tournament doorcountypondhockey.com
May 4, 2019 Door County Half Marathon & Nicolet Bay 5k doorcountyhalfmarathon.com
Photos by Len Villano.
Registration Opens May 4 for the Hey Hey 5k The Hey Hey 5k presented by Door County Brewing Co. returns to Baileys Harbor Saturday, Sept. 22, 2018. Registration opens May 4th! This race is all about having fun in classic Door County style. Runners get an awesome race shirt, free pint glass and the first fill in the glass free from Door County Brewing Co. as we celebrate at the finish in the taproom. Take advantage of early-bird registration prices! The Hey Hey 5k is named for one of the favorite sayings of Baileys Harbor icon Freddie Kodanko, the late Polka King who also inspired the name of one
of Door County Brewing Co.’s signature beers, the Polka King Porter. The race is brought to you by the Peninsula Pacers, creators of the Door County Half Marathon, Door County Beer Festival, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, and the Peninsula Century bicycle rides. After the race stick around Baileys Harbor to enjoy food, a classic auto and motorcycle show, live music and more fun at Baileys Harbor’s Autumnfest. Sign up and learn more at HeyHey5k.com today! Registration fees: May 4 - June 4: $30 June 5 - August 31: $35 Sept. 1 - Sept. 23: $40
Winter Fun at the Door County Pond Hockey Tournament The Door County Pond Hockey Tournament is rapidly becoming a favorite of hockey players throughout the midwest. In 2018 the tournament welcomed 46 teams to the ice on Kangaroo Lake. The tournament returns to the lake Feb. 9, 2019, with up to 60 teams expected to compete in six divisions for the coveted Stanley Thermos. In addition to the 15 tournament rinks constructed on the ice, the event features a pleasure rink for spectators and kids, a warming tent for spectators, and fire pits on the ice. Enjoy food and beverages, a full day of hockey action, and great posttournament fun in Baileys Harbor. After the champions are presented with the coveted Stanley Thermos, Maxwelton Braes, Door County Brewing Co. Music Hall, and Cornerstone Pub host post-tournament music and fun. Registration opens June 1 for returning teams, and June 15 for new teams. Learn more and sign up for email updates at doorcountypondhockey.com.
"Most people run a race to see who is fastest. I run a race to see who has the most guts."
- Steve Prefontaine
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PACERS & RUNNERS
Check Your PACE Pace team on hand to guide runners Pacers will be on hand at the Door County Half Marathon to help guide runners to a successful finish. Meet our pacers at the Pace Team tent at the expo Friday and at the runner’s concourse before the race. 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.
The 2017 Pace Team. FRONT ROW (L to R): Fred Kramer, Aaron Schneider, Mike Guth, Katie Houle and Amy Toporski Photo by Len Villano. BACK ROW (L to R): Adam Brouch, Marty Thomas, Kevin Sas, Mike Terry, Aaron Hizon, Krista Eliot, Chad Otis, Kathy Farina, Dave Schroeder, Yomarie Castellano, Jake Danen, Jean Lemke, Craig Congdon, Paula Meyer and Christine Bell.
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the Door 2018 We’ve made your planning easy with this guide to getting active with 2018 Door County runs and rides to check out. Door County has become a hotbed for silent sports competition and experiences. Whether you want to test yourself in a 5k, step up to a half marathon, or push yourself to tackle a swim, bike and run for 70 combined miles, you can find your challenge on the Door peninsula. If you want plan to take on many runs, consider signing up for the Run the Door race series. Presented by the Door County Silent Sports Alliance, the Run the Door Series offers a dose of season-long competition for those who love running Door County races. Participation in Run the Door is free. To find out how to sign up, visit runthedoor.com.
Your 2018 Pace Team 1:45 (8:01 min/mile) - Michael Guth and Michael Terry 1:50 (8:23 min/mile) - David Schroeder and Scott Pomerich 1:55 (8:46 min/mile) - Aaron Hizon and Kristen Brazzale 2:00 (9:09 min/mile) - Marty Thomas and Kathy Farina 2:05 (9:32 min/mile) - Aaron Schneider and Jim Harding 2:10 (9:55 min/mile) - Jean Lemke and Katie Houle 2:15 (10:18 min/mile) - Fred Kramer and Angela Bilbrey 2:20 (10:41 min/mile) - Yomarie Castellano and Juanita Guzman 2:25 (11:04 min/mile) - Paula Meyer and Krista Eliot 2:30 (11:27) min/mile) - Christine Bell and Jackie Kohlhagen
2018 Runs and Rides *indicates Run the Door Series event April 28 *Southern Door Eagles Trail Trot 2-mile run May 5 *Door County Half Marathon and Nicolet Bay 5k Peninsula State Park, Fish Creek 13.1 mile run, 5k May 12 *Door County Y’s Blossom Run Egg Harbor 5-mile and 2-mile run along Whitecliff Road. May 28 *Maifest Run Jacksonport 10k run and 2 mile fun run June 9 *Hog Wild Run Sturgeon Bay 5k, 10k, and kids run June 16 Ahnapee Summer Solstice 50 Sturgeon Bay 50 mile relay run from Sturgeon Bay to Luxemburg on the Ahnapee Trail. June 16 Peninsula Century Spring Classic Baileys Harbor 100, 62, 50, and 25-mile bicycle rides through rural countryside and shoreline vistas of northern Door County, ending with life music and a buffet from local chefs at the grounds of the Door County Beer Festival.
June 23 *Crossroads Trail Run Sturgeon Bay 10k, 5k, and 2k trail run through the woods, meadows, and orchards in and around Crossroads at Big Creek. July 4 *Hairpin Run Fish Creek 5k run/walk to kick off the 4th of July celebration. Door County’s largest 5k run. July 14 *Belgian Days Run Brussels 2-mile, 4-mile run July 14 – 15 Door County Triathlon Egg Harbor Youth Triathlon, July 15 Sprint Distance, July 15 Half-Iron Distance, July 16 July 28 *Washington Island Rec Run Washington Island 10k, 5k, and 2k walk/ run Aug. 11 *Shanty Days 5k and kids run Sept. 8 Door County Cross of the Century Sturgeon Bay Fairgrounds Cyclocross Race Sept. 9 Door County Century Ride Sturgeon Bay 100, 70, 50 and 28-mile rides
Sept. 15 Peninsula Century Fall Challenge Sister Bay 100, metric century, 50, and 25mile routes through northern Door County’s most scenic roads. Century route includes King of the Hills challenge featuring three climbs and prizes in multiple categories. Ends with live music, buffet from Sister Bay chefs, and Door County Brewing Co. beer at Sister Bay’s Waterfront Park. Sept. 22 *Door County Brewing Co. Hey Hey 5k Baileys Harbor 5k fun run in Baileys Harbor that starts and ends at the Door County Brewing Co. taproom. Get great swag including a pint glass, free beer, and awesome shirt! Oct. 6 *Potawatomi State Park Run Wild Sturgeon Bay Quarter marathon, 5k run/walk, and 1/3-mile Smokey Bear Run Oct. 20 *Fall 50 Gills Rock 50-mile solo and relay run from the tip of the peninsula at Gills Rock to the base at Sawyer Park in Sturgeon Bay. Nov. 3 *Turkey Trot Institute 4, 2, 1 and 1/2-mile run
Peninsula Pacer Events
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The 2017 Run For A Cause team. Now in its eighth year, runners have raised more than $156,100 for charity since the program began. Photo by Len Villano.
The 2018 Run for a Cause Team This year, 36 runners joined our Run For A Cause teams this year, raising a combined $18,460 for area charities. Each participant receives a free race entry when they commit to raising at least $250 for charity. In seven years the program has raised more than $134,000 for charities. American Heart Association Evan Guell
Friends of Plum & Pilot Island Kimberly Wells
Big Brother Big Sister Anna Miller
Liberty Grove/Sister Bay Fire Department - Brush Truck Fund Max Maltby
Door County Habitat for Humanity Tim Kowols Kay Smith David Van Dyke Mary Van Dyke Door County Humane Society Tami Anderson Scott Block Karen Peterson Door County Medical Center Ministry Fund Lauren Daoust Christy Wisniewski Door County Medical Center Skilled Nursing Center Project Gerald Rex Door Kinetic Arts Alan Kopischke Ellie Helm Foundation Laurel Ciohon Kevin Free Tony Gonzales
National Alliance for the Mentally Ill, Door County Inc. Alana Costantini The Clearing Folk School Gloria Dougherty Carolyn Kimbell Ron Matousek Tammy Musiel Glenna Peters Stefan Peters Anka Rinkleff Erik Rinkleff Bruce Schaufer Melinda Schaufer Cindy Schneider Mike Schneider Cheryl Surbaugh Randy Tyson Yvonne Tyson Curt Wessel VETS Roll Tim Donohue
The 2017 MyTEAM TRIUMPH Team at the start of the Door County Half Marathon. Photo by Len Villano.
MyTEAM TRIUMPH Makes the Impossible, Possible MyTEAM TRIUMPH Makes the Impossible, Possible The Door County Half Marathon is proud to welcome eight inspiring captains from MyTEAM TRIUMPH this year. MyTEAM TRIUMPH is a non-profit athletic mentoring program created for people with disabilities who would normally be unable to participate in endurance events. Teams of “Angels” help their captain athlete complete races by pushing them in specialized wheelchairs, pulling them behind bikes, and swimming with them in rafts to complete half marathons, triathlons, cycling events, and endurance events short and long. When you see them on the course, don’t be shy showing your support for these amazing athletes and their Angels running with them to get them to the finish line! 2018 MyTEAM TRIUMPH Captains Ron Bahr Mary Cox Tom Gierke Kayla Kudick Gracie Oberneder Ian Rousseau Jana Smith Alex Taylor Jennifer Ulrich
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AFTER the race Celebrate Your Finish at Husby’s!
When you finish, we’ll be handing you a free beer from Door County Brewing Co. at the runner’s concourse, so make sure you have your ID handy! You’ll also be able to enjoy FREE unlimited samples of Sister Bay’s own Tapuat Kombucha, and McEvoy’s Culinaria will have food available for purchase as well. Then the party moves up to Sister Bay at Husby’s Food & Spirits. Dirty Deuce will be playing from 1 - 4 pm at the outdoor Garage Bar. Your race packet includes a ticket good for a free Door County Brewing Co. beer at one of five sponsor restaurants – Julie’s Park Café, The Cookery and White Gull Inn in Fish Creek, Al Johnson’s Stabbur and Husby’s in Sister Bay. Tickets are good for any Door County Brewing Co. beer (selections vary at each restaurant, but you’ll find something great, we promise!). Thanks to Flanigan Distributing for providing the beer!
RACE ORGANIZERS
MYLES DANNHAUSEN JR. Assistant Race Director
RACE COMMITTEE
BRIAN FITZGERALD Race Director
Myles Dannhausen Jr. coordinates logistics and marketing for the events of the Peninsula Pacers, including the Door County Half Marathon. He is also the Kids Triathlon director of the Door County Triathlon and Fluids Director for the Door County Fall 50.
DAVID ELIOT Door County Half Marathon Co-founder Co-founder and Publisher of the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living magazine, David has lived in Door County for 18 years. A co-founder of the Peninsula Pacers – organizers of the Door County Half Marathon, Door County Beer Festival, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Peninsula Century Ride and the Ride for Nature to benefit the Ridges Sanctuary – he is the Vice Chairman of the Door County Community Foundation, Past President of the Door Community Auditorium Board and is a member of the Door County Triathlon Board.
Brian Fitzgerald is the co-founder of the Peninsula Pacers, organizers of the Door County Half Marathon, the Peninsula Century Rides, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Hey Hey 5k, and the Door County Beer Festival. He handles course and aid station operations for the MS Challenge Walk, and is the bike and run course director of the Door County Triathlon. He is also a potter who owned his own studio in Ephraim for many years. An avid outdoor enthusiast, Brian 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, and his two children, Ben and Abbey.
A writer and editor for the Peninsula Pulse and Door County Living, and a co-founder of Peninsula Filmworks, he spends most days telling the stories of Door County in print, on the web, and in video. A 3-time marathon finisher and Egg Harbor native, he now lives in Sister Bay with his wife Anne, where he spends far too much time on his garage bar.
JORDAN BURRESS Project Manager/ Registration Director Jordan Burress is the Project Manager and Registration Director for the Peninsula Pacers, organiz-
ers of the Door County Half Marathon, Peninsula Century Rides, Door County Pond Hockey Tournament, Door County Beer Festival, and the Hey Hey 5k. After working with the City of Monona Parks and Recreation Department and the City of Platteville Recreation Department, she moved to Door County in 2013 with her husband Justin. She has loved every minute of living in Sister Bay with their two girls, Avery and Quinn. FREDDIE BEXELL Concourse Director Freddie Bexell, originally from Osterbymo, Sweden, is the kitchen manager at Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant and has called Door County home since 2000. He is an avid cyclist and cycling instructor who spends his spare time helping with off-road trail maintenance in the county’s state parks and working on his Fish Creek home.
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Photos by Nate Perry.
Thank You Volunteers!
Photo by Len Villano.
One of the best parts of working the Door County Half Marathon is coming together with such a fantastic group of volunteers each year. From high school service clubs to business owners and from church groups 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 each May, 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!
Photo by Len Villano.
JONI WITALISON Volunteer Coordinator Joni Witalison is a Door County native who lives in Fish Creek with her husband Gary. She is a mother of four (Dalton, Travis, Brady, and Allura). She helps coordinate volunteers in Girl Scouting, at the Door Community Auditorium as well as other Pacers events. Joni recently opened her own salon, A Cut Above, in Fish Creek. KRISTA ELIOT Pace Team Coordinator Pace Team coordinator Krista Eliot has been a part of the race since it started 11 years ago. As an experienced runner of 40 marathons and countless other races, Eliot’s input has been vital in catering the race to the needs of our runners. Eliot has paced for both the New Balance and Nike pace teams for 11 years, including the Chi-
cago Marathon. She has qualified for 13 Boston Marathons with a PR of 3.09. She lives in Baileys Harbor with her husband, race co-founder David Eliot. JUSTIN BURRESS Aid Station Director Justin Burress is in his third year as Aid Station Director, making sure runners are fueled on the course. Burress is also a 6th race teacher and the varsity boys basketball coach at Gibraltar School. He lives in Sister Bay with his wife Jordan and their two kids. LAURA FITZGERALD Race Shuttle Coordinator Laura has been calling Door County home since moving from Minnesota in 1989. From May to October you will find her managing the crew
at Wilson’s Restaurant & Ice Cream Parlor. After raising her three daughters in Door County, she has recently become a snowbird, spending time in Florida. Along with hiking, biking, swimming and an occasional game of pickleball, Laura also enjoys reading, yard saling, traveling and a great cup of coffee! BRIAN LARSON Course Assistant Brian Larson is a fifth generation Door County resident whose grandmother grew up in Peninsula State Park. Larson is a skilled carpenter and loves to play basketball and golf. He has two children, Catherine and Jack. ANNE DANNHAUSEN Merchandise Born and raised in the Chicago area, Anne just made it through her first year as a Door County
resident. She manages business development for Provana, based in Naperville, IL. In addition to handling race merchandise sales, she helps with whatever her husband, Myles, ropes her into. Before moving to Door County Anne worked in some of Chicago’s top restaurants and organized fundraising dinners for the Green City Market. This marathon finisher enjoys running, biking, and hanging with Myles and their dog Willa. LARS JOHNSON Door County Half Marathon Co-founder Lars is co-owner of Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant. He has completed 15 marathons, including the Boston Marathon in 2003, and was integral in the formation of the Door County Half Marathon. He lives in Sister Bay with his wife, Jill. They have two sons, Bjorn and Thor.
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MAY 6 @ THE DOOR COUNTY BREWING CO. MUSIC HALL
Austin’s King of Honky-tonk visits Door County Brewing Co. Music Hall May 6, 2018! Dale Watson is a honky tonk hero and country music maverick, a true outlaw carrying on where Waylon Jennings left off. A member of the Austin Music Hall of Fame, he stands alongside Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and George Strait as one of the finest country singers and songwriters from the Lone Star State.
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