The Course: Both the 5K Run/Walk and the 15K Run will start near the registration area and finish at the Northfield Historical Society Building (408 Division St.). This building is the original First National Bank of Northfield and the site of the infamous attempted bank robbery by the notorious James-Younger Gang in 1876. Both the 5K (MN05039RR) and the 15K (MN05038RR) USAT&F certified courses and are run completely on paved roads. The 5K is a moderate layout while the 15K is more challenging with several hills.

ChampionChip Timing: The "ChampionChip" timing system will be used again this year. All registered runners and walkers in both the 5K & 15K events will compete with the "ChampionChip", utilizing a computerized timing system on their shoe.

Entry Fees: Entries received on or before September 1st - $20.00; Entries received September 2nd or later - $25.00

Registration: You may register on Active.com here. or you can access a printable entry form on djjd.org. You may also e-mail dick@northfieldrunning.com to have an entry form mailed to you.

T-Shirts: All competitors whose registration is received on or before September 1st will receive their official Jesse James Days 5K & 15K t-shirt on race day. Those whose registration is received on September 1st or after may have to wait for their shirt. In the event that we have to re-order your shirt will be mailed.

Aid Stations will be located at the 2, 4, 6 & 8 mile marks on the 15K course and at the 2 mile mark on the 5K.

Age Groups and Awards: The fastest 3 female and male finishers in both the 5K & 15K races in each age group (14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70 & over) will receive an award.

Contribute to our Charity: Donate your old running shoes to "Mary's Place", a non-profit, transitional housing center for homeless individuals in the Minneapolis/St. Paul metropolitan area. Just bring your shoes to the registration area and we will do the rest!

Safety concerns: No headphones, in-line skates, bicycles, or pets are allowed on the race courses. Baby-joggers are welcome!