Event Information

Race Fees:

* Shirts are guaranteed only for early registrants of the 5K and Family Fun Run.

Schedule

Following the race there will be food and beverages.

Order of Events

• 6:30 AM Parking opens
• 6:30 AM Registration opens
• 7:15 AM 5k & Family Fun Run Registrations close
• 7:20 AM Call 5k group to starting line & Family Fun Run group to “holding area”

  -- Announcements

  -- Safety plan

  -- Prayers

• 7:30 AM 5k starts
• 7:32 AM Line up for Family Fun Run
• 7:35 AM Family Fun Run starts
• 7:40 AM Line up for Leprechaun Lap
• 8:15 AM Leprechaun Lap starts
• 8:45 AM Awards

Timing
Timing for all participants will be provided by RACE TIME of St. Charles, Illinois via their Race Time system.  Each participant will be issued a race bib with a bar code.  Upon crossing the finish line the bar code will be read and a card with the bib number and completion time will be issued.  No timing chip is needed for this system. All RACE TIME decision will be final.

Results
Event results will be posted on this Web site as well as chicagoaa.com and racetime.info within 48 hours of the race. 

T-Shirts
An A4 technical moisture-wicking shirt will be awarded to each participant of the 5K and the Family Fun Run. 

Prizes
Awards will be given to the top 3 males and females in each division. Top male and femail in the Family Fun Run will be recognized. All participants of the Leprechaun Lap will receive a small prize.

Parking
Parking is available at St. Catherine’s School (address in the upper right column) the day of the race in the West parking lot in the grass area only. To ensure the safety of all participants please access parking via Galvin Parkway and do not attempt to enter the school parking via IL Rt. 72. Security personnel will be on hand to direct you to approved parking.

Participants with special parking needs should request assistance from a security guard, who will provide assistance.

Helpful Hints

• Remember to bring adequate clothing, as the temperatures can vary from 55 to 90 degrees on the day of the race.
• Please note that the race is for runners and walkers. No bicycles, strollers, roller blades or other devices will be allowed on the course during the race.
• Remember we are guests of the neighborhoods in which we are running/walking. Please respect the area by not littering or defacing property (which includes not painting words of encouragement on the roads and bike paths).
• Your safety and enjoyment is our primary concern. If at any time during the race you feel you are in need of assistance please ask a race volunteer for assistance. Race volunteers will be available throughout the course and in the registration area.
• Water stations will be available on the 5K course.
• A bag check will be available at the race. Please stop by the school office near the gymnasium.

Lost and Found
Any equipment that is unmarked will be returned to the finish line and handled by lost and found officials for participants to claim. Please come to the event with all personal belongings marked with your name.  Lost and Found will be located near the entrance of the school.  Any items not picked up the day of the race will be held at the school for 30 days.

Volunteers
Volunteers, including spouses and other family members of participants, or athletes that are unable to participate are welcome and encouraged to help with the race. We need good volunteers to maintain the quality and safety of this event. If you are interested in being involved in this way, please contact us at info@irishjogjog.com.

Date

September 10, 2011

Race Location

St. Catherine of Siena
Catholic School

845 W. Main Street
West  Dundee, IL 60118
(847) 426-4808

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