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Table of Contents SCHEDULE OF EVENTS.............................................................................................. 4-5 WEEKEND ENTERTAINMENT...................................................................................... 6-7 DECC ACTIVITIES & STARTING LINE TRANSPORTATION MAP............................... 8-9 IMPORTANT MARATHON & HALF MARATHON RUNNERS' INFORMATION........ 10-15 MARATHON & HALF MARATHON RACECOURSE MAP........................................ 16-17 FINISH AREA & ACTIVITIES MAP........................................................................... 18-19

WELCOME TO THE TWIN PORTS We want you to have an enjoyable experience during the 40th annual Grandma’s Marathon weekend, so don’t forget to bring this helpful guide with you wherever you go. It contains answers to many of the questions you may have throughout race weekend.

IMPORTANT WILLIAM A. IRVIN 5K RUNNERS' INFORMATION & MAP................20-21 SPECTATOR INFORMATION.................................................................................... 22-23 BEST VIEWING POINTS........................................................................................... 24-25

Have a fun & safe Grandma ’s Marathon Weekend!

PARKING & SHUTTLE SERVICES........................................................................... 26-27

ATTENTION RUNNERS:

RACE RESULTS........................................................................................................ 30-31

Please read the information on pages 10-21, as it contains vital information and runner-specific details to help make your race a great experience.

ESSENTIA HEALTH EXPO / EXHIBITOR INDEX..................................................... 32-33

PARKING MAP.......................................................................................................... 28-29

GRANDMA’S MARATHON SPONSORS................................................................... 34-35

FUTURE RACE DATES: SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 2017 SATURDAY, JUNE 16, 2018

SATURDAY, JUNE 22, 2019 SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 2020

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Schedule of Events THURSDAY, JUNE 16

SATURDAY, JUNE 18

21ST ANNUAL ESSENTIA HEALTH FITNESS EXPO DECC Arena – FREE and open to the public............................................... 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

26TH ANNUAL GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON................................. 6:15 a.m.

RACE PACKET PICK-UP | DECC – Paulucci Hall....................................... 4:00 - 8:00 p.m.

FRIDAY, JUNE 17 21ST ANNUAL ESSENTIA HEALTH FITNESS EXPO DECC Arena – FREE and open to the public.................................... 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m. RACE PACKET PICK-UP | DECC – Paulucci Hall.......................... 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m. MICHELINA’S ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT SPAGHETTI DINNER | DECC – Pioneer Hall $12.00 Adults / $6.00 Ages 5 -12 / FREE Ages 4 & under................ 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. BUS TOURS OF THE RACECOURSE – $5.00 | Depart from DECC Main Entrance Tickets available at the information booth in Pioneer Hall.................... 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. WHIPPER SNAPPER RACES FOR KIDS – FREE | Bayfront Festival Park Registration – open to children ages 14 and under............................12:00 p.m. MASCOT RACE – Kids’ Races follow............................................ 2:00 p.m. Join us for the Whipper Snapper Races at Bayfront Festival Park on Duluth’s Waterfront. Races include 100 yard dashes and 1/4-mile* runs (depends on age, see below) and other fun activities for everyone. All participants will receive a race number, ribbon and *Distances are approximate. goodie bag! 4 & Under......... 100y Dash 7-8.................... 100y Dash 11-12............ 1/4 Mile Run 5 -6................... 100y Dash 9-10............... 1/4 Mile Run 13 -14............ 1/4 Mile Run GUEST SPEAKER PRESENTATIONS | DECC – Edmund Fitzgerald Hall Janis Klecker, Olympian and 1987 Grandma's Marathon Champion.................. Wilson Kipsang, Olympian and Former Marathon World Record Holder............. Jeff Galloway, Olympian, Running Coach and Author......................................... Dick Beardsley, Two-Time Grandma's Marathon Champion and Former Course Record Holder......................................................................

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23RD ANNUAL WILLIAM A. IRVIN 5K Near the William A. Irvin Ore Boat......................................................................... 6:00 p.m. ROCK THE BIG TOP ENTERTAINMENT – $20.00 | Canal Park – All ages show If tent sells out there will be limited view tickets available for $10............................ 7:00 p.m. 4

GRANDMA’S MARATHON WHEELCHAIR DIVISION ......................................... 7:40 a.m. 40TH ANNUAL GRANDMA’S MARATHON ........................................................ 7:45 a.m. ROCK THE BIG TOP ENTERTAINMENT – FREE | Canal Park – All ages show Big Wave Dave & the Ripples............................................................................... 11:30 a.m. Coyote Wild.......................................................................................................... 1:30 p.m. GB Leighton......................................................................................................... 3:30 p.m. AWARDS CEREMONY | DECC – Lake Superior Ballroom Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon.............................................................................. 4:00 p.m. Grandma’s Marathon............................................................................................ 4:45 p.m. ROCK THE BIG TOP ENTERTAINMENT – $10.00 | Canal Park – 21 and older Gates open........................................................................................................... 7:00 p.m.

Information Centers SATURDAY – 7 a.m .-2 p.m. Located next to the Medical Tent in the runners’ recovery and activity area in Canal Park. All recovered LOST & FOUND articles will be brought here.

THURSDAY – 5 p.m .- 9 p.m. & FRIDAY – 10 a.m.- 9 p.m. Located in Pioneer Hall of the DECC near the entrance to the Michelina’s All-You-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner.

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Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Pre-Race Information COURSE TOURS

crossing a timing mat in order to get accurate signal and reading. Grandma’s Marathon time splits are at 10K, 13.1 miles, 20 miles and 25 miles. Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon time splits are at 6.9 miles and 11.9 miles. Unofficial results will be posted in the runners’ recovery area and also on our web site www.GrandmasMarathon.com as the race is in progress.

Grandma’s Marathon racecourse tours are on Friday, June 17 at 1:00 p.m. & 3:00 p.m. Tickets are $5.00 at the Information Booth in Pioneer Hall at the DECC. Tours depart from and return to the DECC.

BIB NUMBERS

CLIF BAR PACE TEAM

Your bib number MUST be pinned on all 4 corners to the FRONT of your shirt or shorts. Do not alter your number in any way. The foam on the back of the bib contains the Timing Tag, which will track your run. Please complete the emergency medical information on the back of your number.

Sign up for a Clif Bar Pace group at www.clifbar.com. GRANDMA’S MARATHON PACE TIMES: 3:05, 3:15, 3:25, 3:35, 3:45, 4:00, 4:15, 4:30, 4:45, 5:00 and 5:30 GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON PACE TIMES: 1:30, 1:40, 1:50, 2:00, 2:15, 2:30 and 2:45

TIME REQUIREMENT POLICY The GRANDMA’S MARATHON racecourse is open for 7 hours (16-minute mile pace). Participants should arrive at Mile 19 by 1:30 p.m. (5 hours 45 minutes into the race). Those choosing to continue the race will do so at their own risk, due to vehicular traffic and water stations no longer being available. GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON Participants must maintain a 14-minute mile pace, finishing in 3:03:40 or faster.

GEAR BAGS You received a clear plastic Grandma's Marathon bag at race packet pick-up. This is your gear bag. A COLOR-CODED LABEL IS PROVIDED IN YOUR RACE PACKET ENVELOPE AND MUST BE PLACED ON THE BOTTOM RIGHT-HAND CORNER OF THE BAG. Gear Bags will not be permitted in the starting corral. Bags must be dropped off in the appropriately numbered containers near the starting gate entrance and picked up following the race in the finish area. Unofficial gear bags will not be permitted and will not be transported to the finish area. DO NOT leave valuables in your bag. Race officials are not responsible for any lost items. All bags will be subject to inspection.

SCORING/TIMING You must start and finish with your bib number affixed as instructed in order to receive an official time – NO EXCEPTIONS. If you are wearing a watch, please keep your arm from covering your bib while

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Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

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Starting Line Transportation

Return Bus Service

Transportation to the starting lines is for runners only. You must have your official race number visible to board. Taking official starting line transportation is the ONLY way to guarantee arriving at the start on time. There is no he n to t access for drop-offs and no parking at the starting lines. e trai !

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DECC – $5.00 All Day Parking Northshore Scenic Railroad Train (with bathrooms) & Buses ................ 5:20 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. FITGER'S INN....................................................................................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. EDGEWATER HOTEL & WATERPARK................................................ 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. COMFORT INN-WEST (I-35 at 40th Avenue West).............................. 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. MILLER HILL MALL (Behind Culver’s Restaurant, near Sears)............. 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. AMERICA’S BEST VALUE INN – SPIRIT MOUNTAIN INN – Proctor. 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. AMERICINN HOTEL & SUITES – Proctor............................................ 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. BEST WESTERN PLUS SPIRIT MOUNTAIN – Proctor....................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DULUTH (Kirby Circle)......................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. COLLEGE OF SAINT SCHOLASTICA (Somers Hall)........................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. BEST WESTERN BRIDGEVIEW – Superior, WI................................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS – Superior, WI.............................................. 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. BARKER'S ISLAND INN – Superior, WI............................................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-SUPERIOR, WI (Curran-McNeill & Ostrander Halls)......................................................... 5:45 a.m. – 6:15 a.m. SUPER ONE FOODS – Two Harbors, MN........................................... 6:15 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. AMERICINN – Two Harbors, MN ......................................................... 6:15 a.m. – 7:00 a.m. COUNTRY INN – Two Harbors, MN..................................................... 6:15 a.m. – 7:00 a.m.

GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON Get on buses early, it is an extra 1/3-mile to starting line from the drop-off this year. DECC – $5.00 All Day Parking.............................................................. MILLER HILL MALL (Behind Culver’s Restaurant, near Sears)............. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA-DULUTH (Kirby Circle)........................ FITGER’S INN....................................................................................... EDGEWATER HOTEL & WATERPARK................................................ SUPER ONE FOODS – Two Harbors, MN........................................... AMERICINN – Two Harbors, MN.......................................................... COUNTRY INN – Two Harbors, MN..................................................... 12

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Grandma's Marathon will provide free return bus service for runners, family and friends after the race to the locations listed below. Buses depart near the DECC’S main entrance off of Railroad Street between 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. NO BIKES OR LARGE STROLLERS PLEASE!

BUSES MARKED:

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UMD/CSS........................................................ UMD, College of Saint Scholastica MILLER HILL MALL........................................ Miller Hill Mall WEST DULUTH/PROCTOR/.......................... Motel 6, Comfort Inn-West, Super 8, SPIRIT MOUNTAIN AmericInn, Best Western Plus Spirit Mountain, Americas Best Value Inn – Spirit Mountain Inn EDGEWATER/FITGER’S................................. Edgewater Hotel, Days Inn Lakewalk, Fitger’s Inn, Voyageur Lakewalk Inn, Sheraton Hotel SUPERIOR...................................................... UWS, Superior Inn, Best Western, Bridgeview, Holiday Inn Express, Barker’s Island Inn TWO HARBORS............................................. Super One Foods, Superior Shores Resort, (Two Harbors Buses Return on the Hour) Country Inn, Larsmont Cottages, AmericInn

DULUTH TRANSIT AUTHORITY The Duluth Transit Authority (DTA) invites you to ride any city bus or Port Town Trolley free on race day. Just show your race number to the driver. The Trolley shuttles between Grandma's Restaurant in Canal Park and Superior St. during the race. After 3:00 p.m. the Trolley returns to its regular loop, which includes the Holiday Inn, Radisson Hotel and the Canal Park Lodge.

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Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Racecourse Information STARTING LINE INFORMATION

MILE MARKERS

SAFETY FIRST

Runners should line up according to their projected finish time, walkers and slower runners MUST start in the back rows. There are no facilities at the start for dressing.

Grandma’s Marathon miles are marked by YELLOW BALLOONS. Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon miles are marked by BLUE BALLOONS.

AID/WATER STATIONS

MEDICAL SUPPORT & DROPOUT ZONES

Toilets and first aid are available at every aid/water station. GRANDMA’S MARATHON AID/WATER STATIONS are located at miles 3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25. Water and Powerade Ion4 (Mountain Berry Blast) provided at all stations. A limited number of sponges are provided at miles 11, 13, 15, 17, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 & 25. A limited amount of Clif SHOT provided at mile 17. GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON AID/WATER STATIONS are located at miles 2, 4, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 & 12. Water and Powerade Ion4 (Mountain Berry Blast) provided at all stations. A limited amount of Clif SHOT provided at mile 7.

If you are having problems and are unable to finish, there are 4 dropout zones / fatigue buses with medical tents. Seeking aid at a medical tent does not prevent you from continuing the race. However, any assistance that results in your being moved forward on the course will result in your disqualification. Buses will depart to the DECC when full. REMEMBER: The drivers are volunteering to help you, so please be kind!

Grandma’s Marathon uses the American College of Sports Medicine’s color-coded flag system. Familiarize yourself with the flag colors which are posted at the starting lines and before every water station: BLACK FLAG – EXTREMELY HIGH RISK: Runners should slow their pace, drink extra fluids and those with previous heat-stress problems or heart disease should consider not running. RED FLAG – HIGH RISK: All runners should slow their pace and those with previous heatstress problems or heart disease should consider not running. YELLOW FLAG – MODERATE RISK: Heat stress is less, but one must be cautious as the level of stress will most likely increase during a morning race. GREEN FLAG – LOW RISK: Risk is low, but once again runners should be careful of symptoms of heat stress. Runners also need to be cautious of changing weather conditions. WHITE FLAG – RISK OF HYPOTHERMIA: The risk of hypothermia exists, especially in slow runners or in wet and windy conditions.

MCQUADE ROAD – Approx. 13.4 miles (just past the Half Marathon Starting Line) LAKEWOOD ROAD – Approx. 16.1 miles (3 miles for the Half Marathon) 60TH AVENUE EAST – Approx. 19.0 miles (6 miles for the Half Marathon) 26TH AVENUE EAST – Approx. 22.2 miles (9 miles for the Half Marathon)

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Sudden cardiac arrest is the primary cause of marathon-associated death. Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) and trained responders are located at each mile along the racecourse. Medical assistance is available at the medical tent in the Finish Line Area until 2:45 p.m. – use hospital/emergency room services after 2:45 p.m. Please complete the emergency medical information on the back of your number.

MASSAGE TENT

SHOWERS

Located behind Grandma’s Restaurant, post-race massages are provided free to race participants by professionally licensed and certified massage therapists on a firstcome, first-served basis.

Showers are available for race participants on Saturday, June 18 at the following locations:

RUNNER/FAMILY MEETING AREA

YMCA, 302 West First Street until 4:00 p.m. FREE – includes towel.

UMD SPORTS & HEALTH CENTER 10 University Drive, 10:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. FREE, but bring your own towel.

The Meeting Area is in the grassy area near the Marine Museum and ship canal. The signs are labeled as follows: AB, CD, EF, GH, IJ, KL, MN, OP, QRS, TUV, and WXYZ. If you don’t use this system, please make arrangements on where to meet your party. NOTE: Finish line announcers will NOT page people.

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Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

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Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Important Marathon & Half Marathon Runners' Information

Finish Area & Activities Map

VIP TENT

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Important William A. Irvin 5K Runners' Information

Important William A. Irvin 5K Runners' Information

William A. Irvin Racecourse Map & Information

WATER STATION RAMP

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THE NEW RACECOURSE will take you on a tour of Canal Park past some of Duluth’s most iconic landmarks including Bayfront Festival Park, Lake Place Park, the Marine Museum, the Aerial Lift Bridge and of course, the William A. Irvin Ore Boat. USE CAUTION! There are some narrow pathways on the course, and Canal Park will be busy with race fans and spectators on race day. MILE MARKERS & TIME SPLITS are located at miles 1, 2 and 3.

RACECOURSE INFORMATION Please arrive at the starting line of the William A. Irvin 5K no later than 5:30 p.m. WAVE START In order to provide the safest and most enjoyable race on our new racecourse, participants will be divided into 5 starting groups (“waves”). Please line up in the wave that corresponds to your projected pace per mile.

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Track participants’ progress via the Verizon supported LIVE RUNNER TRACKING MAP available at www.GrandmasMarathon.com.

The expressway, which runs parallel to Scenic Highway 61, will be open for travel. Drive slow, there will be a lot of cross traffic.

The Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon starts at 6:15 a.m. Grandma’s Marathon starts at 7:45 a.m.

If you plan to watch the races or meet a runner near the finish, DO NOT go up Highway 61. Please keep in mind that travel to the finish line may be impossible due to traffic delays.

The estimated arrival time for each race is: Parking on the expressway is ABSOLUTELY PROHIBITED. Very little or no parking will be available on the access roads connecting the expressway to the racecourse.

GARRY BJORKLUND HALF MARATHON Men: 7:17 a.m. Women: 7:27 a.m. GRANDMA’S MARATHON WHEELERS Men: 9:02 a.m. Women: 9:16 a.m.

London Road, Superior Street and Canal Park are the most convenient places to watch the race. In order to secure a parking spot near these roads, you will want to get to your viewing location early.

GRANDMA’S MARATHON Men: 9:55 a.m. Women: 10:13 a.m. Vehicles are not allowed on Scenic Highway 61 (the racecourse) at anytime during the running of the Marathon or the Half Marathon. CARS PARKED ON THE RACECOURSE WILL BE TOWED AT THE OWNER’S EXPENSE!

PLEASE NOTE: Absolutely no bicycles or inline skates are allowed on the racecourse.

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Best Viewing Points LEMON DROP HILL (Mile 22) (Approximately 26th Ave. East) Lemon Drop Hill is one of the more exciting spectator points to watch the race. SUPERIOR STREET (Miles 24-25) Superior St. runs through the heart of downtown Duluth and is so close to the finish line that the excitement is electrifying. Parking on Superior St. is not allowed, but parking on the streets or in the parking ramps above Superior St. is permissible. Please follow all parking regulations to avoid receiving a citation.

There is NO PARKING AT THE START of the half marathon or the marathon. We strongly recommend you watch the race from one of the locations listed below.

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LONDON ROAD (Miles 19-23.5) Many spectators find London Road to be an ideal place to see the race because they don’t have to fight the expressway traffic. Parking on London Road is not permitted, however there are many places to park on the streets above London Road.

DOWNTOWN DULUTH PUBLIC PARKING RAMPS (Fees Vary) 1ST STREET AT LAKE AVENUE Parking ramp located on left side of 1st St., just before Lake Ave. 1ST STREET AT 1ST AVENUE WEST Public lot on left side of 1st St., just before Deluxe Coney Island. 1ST STREET AT 2ND AVENUE WEST Parking ramp at the Holiday Center located on left of 1st St., between 2nd Ave. West and 3rd Ave. West. 1ST STREET AT 3RD AVENUE EAST Parking ramp on lower side of 1st St.

2ND STREET AT 4TH AVENUE WEST Ramp on right of 2nd St., between 4th and 3rd Ave. West. MICHIGAN ST. AT 6TH AVENUE WEST Public lot located on Michigan St. next to The Depot. See pages 28-29 for directions and map. Parking is very limited in Canal Park. Unless you are staying at one of the hotels in this area, we suggest parking in downtown Duluth above Superior Street and walking to the finish line.

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Parking & Shuttle Services PARKING DIRECTIONS All parking options below are within walking distance to the DECC and finish line. See the parking map on pages 28-29 for the location of these parking lots. PARKING IN THE DECC RAMP & OPEN LOT – $5.00 Parking will be available in the DECC Parking Ramp & DECC Lot adjacent to the movie theatre. To access the ramp from I-35, take the Lake Ave./5th Ave. West Exit (#256B).

IMPORTANT! From 5-7 p.m. on Friday, June 17 there will be no access into or out of the Bayfront Parking Lots and significant traffic delays near the DECC during the running of the William A. Irvin 5K. During this time, we highly recommend finding a parking space in downtown Duluth and walking the skywalk to the DECC.

PARKING AT BAYFRONT PARK – $5.00 (Next to the DECC/10 minute walk to finish line.) To access these lots from I-35, take the 5th Ave. West Exit (#256B).

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PARKING IN DOWNTOWN DULUTH Parking Fees Vary (5 to 15 minute walk to DECC and finish line.) There are multiple public parking ramps, lots and spaces in downtown Duluth. To access these lots from I-35, take exit 256A (Mesaba Ave./Superior St. Exit) to Michigan St.

SKYWALK ACCESS Skywalk access to the DECC is at 3rd Ave. West and Michigan St. Please follow all parking regulations.

UMD EVENING SHUTTLE SERVICE Grandma’s Marathon provides FREE shuttle bus service to the Canal Park area for runners, family and friends who are staying at the University of Minnesota Duluth. FRIDAY, JUNE 17 Buses continually depart Kirby Circle at UMD from 4:00 p.m. until midnight and arrive at the DECC parking lot’s main entrance off of Railroad Street. Return buses leave from the same location at the DECC until midnight. Please Note: From 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., buses will pick up and drop off patrons at the Radisson Hotel, due to the simultaneous running of the William A. Irvin 5K.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 18 Buses continually depart Kirby Circle at UMD from 4:00 p.m. until midnight, and arrive at the Minnesota Slip Bridge on Harbor Drive. Return buses leave the Minnesota Slip Bridge area until 1:30 a.m.

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GRANDMA’S MARATHON 2016 OFFICIAL WEEKEND GUIDE

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Weekend Race Results

JANUARY & FEBRUARY

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The Young Athletes Foundation (YAF) was developed by Grandma’s Marathon in 1990 to assist with the promotion and development of healthy and active lifestyles for youth throughout the region. All net proceeds from YAF events go toward youth programs that support this mission.

Unofficial results for Grandma's Marathon and the Garry Bjorklund Half Marathon will be available in the VERIZON RESULTS TENT located in the post-race activity lot while the race is in progress.

Marathon Special Edition Newspaper

Unofficial results will be posted ONLINE at www.GrandmasMarathon.com as the race is in progress.

JUNE

PRE-ORDER YOURS TODAY! Online at https://register.racepartner.com GrandmasMarathon/onlinestore or by emailing [email protected].

Unofficial results will also be listed June 19 in the DULUTH NEWS TRIBUNE, the official newspaper of Grandma’s Marathon.

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Official RACE RESULTS MAGAZINES are available in the fall.

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THURSDAY, JUNE 16 – 4:00-8:00 PM & FRIDAY, JUNE 17 – 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM 2nd Wind Exercise Equipment.............................. 4, 5 Advantage Emblem............. Official Merchandise Area American Birkebeiner.............................................. 20 Anderson Race Management................................. 80 Another Mother Runner............................................ 8 ARCO Coffee.................................................... 28, 29 Auria....................................................................... 67 Austin-Jarrow......................................................... 64 Baysix........................................................ 40, 55, 56 Blue Arrow Boutique............................................... 43 Blue Diamond Athletic Displays, Inc........................ 66 Bondi Band............................................................ 86 Bozeman Marathon................................................ 77 Brooks Running.....................................36-39; 51-54

Calumet.................................................................. 59 Campus Quilt Company....................................... 105 Cirrus Aircraft.......................................................... 47 Clif Bar Pace Team................................................. 90 Coca-Cola Refreshments..................................... 103 Crapola.................................................................. 11 DEDA/City of Duluth............................................... 30 Destination Fitness Apparel.................................... 31 DonaJo.................................................................. 62 Duluth News Tribune.............................................. 91 Duluth Running Co............................... 24, 25, 26, 27 Eddie Bauer...................................................... 70, 71 Ely Marathon/Ely Chamber of Commerce............. 106 Essentia Health................................................. 12, 13 32

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Fitletic Sports, LLC................................................. 46 Fitsok............................................................... 78, 79 FlipBelt................................................................. 104 Footlab................................................................... 19 Gear West.............................................................. 85 Grand Casino Hinckley......................................... 110 Grand Forks Wild Hog Half Marathon .................... 81 Great Clips............................................................. 44 GU......................................................................... 63 Gypsy Runner............................................. 33, 34, 35 HB Tune................................................................. 48 It Works Global......................................................... 6 Jeff Galloway Training............................................... 3 Life Nutrition Bars................................................... 57 Living Well Therapy................................................. 23 Louva....................................................................... 9 Massaging Insoles.................................................. 60 MDRA.................................................................... 65 Midwest Outdoor Resorts....................................... 17 Minerva ................................................................... 1 MN Pork Board................................................ 92, 93 My Pillow................................................................ 61 National Running Center and GU.................87, 88, 63 Old Dutch............................................................... 14 One More Mile........................................................ 21 Pearl Izumi.................................................. 94, 95, 96

Pinnacle Performance Eyewear.............................. 73 Ragnar Relay Series............................................... 10 Real Time Pain Relief.............................................. 74 Red Fox Wireless.................................................... 22 Reflect Your Gear............................................. 49, 50 RockTape, Inc./HealthSource Chiropractic................ 7 Smarty Pants Vitamins............................................ 18 Super One Foods................................. 100, 101, 102 Superior Beverages................................................ 15 Team World Vision................................................ 107 The Roo Sport........................................................ 16 The Stick / Team Stick, Inc./ Amazing Solutions, Inc........................................... 45 Tortoise & Hare Footwear........................... 75, 76, 97 Twin Cities In Motion......................................... 68, 69 Two Harbors Investment Corp................................ 72 UCare .................................................................... 41 Urban Halo................................................... 108, 109 USA Triathlon.......................................................... 83 USA-Sport Eyewear............................................... 89 Verizon................................................................... 82 Verso...................................................................... 84 Visit Duluth............................................................... 2 Vitamin Shoppe...................................................... 32 Young Living Essential Oils...................................... 58 Your Home Improvement Company........................ 42 33

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Sponsors GRANDMA’S MARATHON IS PROUDLY PRESENTED BY

MAJOR SPONSORS AAR Corp. Advantage Emblem Bud Light Calumet Cirrus Aircraft City of Duluth Coca-Cola Country Hearth Natural Breads

Dasani Duluth News Tribune Essentia Health Grand Casino Hinckley/Mille Lacs Great Clips Green Mill KBJR 6 and CBS 3

MarathonFoto maurices Michelina’s Minnesota Pork Board Minnesota Power/ALLETE MYLAPS POWERADE ION4 ProPrint, Inc.

Sasquatch 106.5 Super One Foods Swim Creative Two Harbors Investment Corp. UCare Verizon Wireless Verso

Grandma’s Restaurants Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Jeff Foster Trucking Lake Superior College Pearl Izumi Radisson Hotel Duluth-Harborview

Sheraton Duluth Hotel Upper Lakes Foods, Inc. Visit Duluth Waste Management Wherley Moving Systems

Kemps Lake County Lizards Art Gallery & Framing MDRA North Shore Scenic Railroad

Pearson’s Candy Co. Residence Inn Duluth Security Jewelers St. Louis County Voyageur Bus Company

Jamar Jeff Foster Trucking Lake County Ambulance Lake Superior Magazine Lamar Advertising Nemadji Golf Course Noodles & Co. Old Chicago Old Dutch Foods Old Home Foods Olive Garden Pizza Lucé QDOBA

Sir Benedict’s Tavern on the Lake Sunbelt Rentals Super 8 Motel – Duluth The Reader United Rentals Valentini’s Vicino Lago Voortman Cookies Whole Foods Co-op Wipfli Ziegler Cat Zoll Medical Corporation

CONTRIBUTING SPONSORS All Over Media Austin-Jarrow Citon Computer Corp. City of Proctor City of Superior City of Two Harbors Clinic for Massage Therapy

Compudyne DEDA Dick’s Sporting Goods Duluth Running Co. Edgewater Hotel & Waterpark Fitsok

SUPPORTING SPONSORS ARCO Coffee Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Duluth Curling Club Duluth Entertainment Convention Center Engwall Florist

Rock the Big Top proudly supported by

PRODUCT SPONSORS A&L Properties Altec HiLine, LLC Andren’s Anytime Fitness Arctic Glacier Ice Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Boldt Construction Bullyan RV Center Canal Park Brewing Co. Canal Park Lodge Chilly Billy’s Comfort Inn Comfort Suites

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General Waste Huff Entertainment Solutions Hunt Electric Inn on Lake Superior Jeff Frey & Associates Photography, Inc. Johnson’s Bakery

Como Oil & Propane Duluth Area Chamber of Commerce Duluth International Airport Authority Duluth Transit Authority Fitger’s Fitger’s Wine Cellars Frame Corner & Gallery Gold Cross Ambulance Greater Downtown Council Halvor Lines Trucking Hampton Inn

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