Race Day Guide | 2013 M2M Relay Iowa

JEFFERSON

DES MOINES

2013

LAUNCH PARTY | JEFFERSONFRIDAY 4PM TO 8PM• Advanced Packet Pickup• Dinner In the tents on the courthouse plaza

• Chicken & homemade noodles, mashed potatoes and cobbler and drink for $7 | First United Methodist Church

• Snacks from the “Kettle Corn Man” available• Live bluegrass music from “Barn Owl Band”• Jefferson 14 story Mahanay Bell Tower observation deck | open until 8pm• Brief program | 6:30pm

• Special recognition of Jefferson’s 23-time Boston Marathon runner Jim Schleisman• Remarks by Des Moines Register sports columnist Bryce Miller

START LINE | JEFFERSONSATURDAY 5AM TO 9AM• Timing baton pick-up (first runner)• Last minute race day packet pickup• M2M Relay merch available• Bunkers Dunkers Donuts available for $1 each• Greene Bean ~ locally roasted coffee available for $1 a cup

FINISH LINE | PRINCIPAL PARKSATURDAY 3PM TO 8PM• Team Finish• Finisher pint glass prizes• Post-Race Shindig parking• FREE water & bananas from Whole Foods Market

POST-RACE SHINDIG | EL BAIT SHOPSATURDAY 3PM TO 10PM AND BEYOND!• M2M Headquarters, lost & found & contest scorecards• Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy ~ $4 big draws• Food vendors• Award ceremony• FREE photo booth• Team results• DJ music• M2M Relay merch available• Exhibitors

WHAT’S GOING ON

SPONSORSGOLD LEVEL

CHARLES GABUS FORDEL BAIT SHOP

PARTNERS

CHARITIES OF CHOICE

WELCOME RUNNERSLETTER FROM THE RACE DIRECTORSWe are excited to celebrate with you the inaugural running of the 75-mile Market to Market Relay Iowa from Jefferson to downtown Des Moines. We hope your team has a day filled with incredible running, great camaraderie and hilarious inside-joke-antics! This year’s race has over 200 teams and runners from 18 states! We hope that your team makes the race a tradition for years to come.

Safety is always the top priority for the Market to Market Relay. Please read this guide carefully and follow all race rules and instructions. Please download and print a copy of the full Market to Market Relay rules for your vehicle from m2mrelay.com. Take care of yourself, your teammates and other participants.

We would like to thank a few special groups of people that make this race possible. First, we want to thank all of the communities that the race passes through for their support. Second, we owe appreciation to all of the groups and individuals who have helped make this incredible trail network possible. Special thanks to the greater Des Moines Area Parks & Recreation Departments, the Greene, Guthrie and Dallas Conservation Boards and of course the Raccoon River Valley Trail Association. Without the efforts of groups like these, events such as the Market to Market Relay would not be possible. Last, but not least, please join us in thanking the 200+ volunteers who have given their time to make a unique and special day for Iowa runners. A complete list of volunteer groups is located on page 28.

Be safe, enjoy the day and we’ll see you on Market Street after the race at the Post-Race Shindig & Expo hosted by your friends atEl Bait Shop!

Jason Bakewell & Ben Cohoon | Race Directors

LETTER FROM THE MAYOR OF JEFFERSONAs Mayor of Jefferson, I can assure you that all of us here and throughout Greene County are extremely pleased to be able to show off the excitement and hospitality that comes from living in small town Iowa, especially right here. We are more than happy to be a part of the enthusiasm that the Market to Market Relay Iowa is bringing to Jefferson and to all the communities along the Raccoon River Valley Trail. And as the race ends on Saturday, we invite you to return to Jefferson any time to explore this progressive community and the beautiful trail, and to experience more of our outstanding Quality of Life. We hope to see your team at the Friday night launch party on the Jefferson square and look forward to cheering you on at the starting line.

Craig Berry | Mayor of Jefferson

MARK YOUR CALENDARS: THE 2014 MARKET TO MARKET RELAY IOWA WILL BE HELD MAY 10TH, 2014. REGISTRATION WILL OPEN OCTOBER 14TH, 2013. 1

Safety is the first and foremost priority. It is important that all runners and drivers realize that the race course occasionally crosses traffic and follows roadways. Please error on the side of caution, drive slowly, be alert, read the following safety tips and have a great race!

RUNNER SAFETY Please read and understand all race rules and seek clarification as needed. Beware of vehicles, THE COURSE IS OPEN TO VEHICLE TRAFFIC. A significant portion of the race course crosses “live” roads. Obey all traffic and pedestrian laws, unless instructed differently by a police officer.Course Signage: Follow all M2M Relay signs and read the stage directions in this guide carefully. It is your job to know the running route — the signs are only there to assist you.

We recommend carrying water and a cell phone while running.

RUN AGAINST TRAFFIC: Runners must run against traffic if running on city or county roads unless instructed otherwise.

VISIBILITY GEAR: There are no Official Nightime Hours for the Market to Market Relay Iowa course and therefore no REQUIRED visibility gear. However, reflective safety vests and headlamps are always recommended to improve visibility.

NO HEADPHONES: Runners may not use iPods, MP3 players, earphones or any other equipment that interferes with their hearing. Music devices with speakers below the head are allowed if it does not interfere with your hearing. YOU NEED TO HEAR APPROACHING VEHICLES. If caught you will be disqualified.

WATER: Runners are in charge of their own water on the course. There will not be water areas between Exchange Points. Teams should bring enough water to last the duration of the race. As a way to reduce race day waste, plastic cups will not be provided. Please bring your own reusable, refillable water bottles and team water jugs.

RUNNER VISUAL CUES

RACE COURSE SAFETY

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ON-COURSE MEDICAL DIRECTIONAL ARROWS

EXCHANGE POINTMARKERS

VEHICLE AND DRIVER SAFETY

Beware of runners on the driving course. A significant portion of the race course crosses roads. Please refer to the Rules Concerning Vehicles section on page 6.• TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL AND SAFE DRIVING:

Focus on driving!

• Have your co-pilot read driving directions and give you instructions.

• Know where you are going and look at the map before you start driving.

• Do not arrive at Exchange Points significantly early.

WATER, FOOD AND TEAM EMERGENCY GEAR It is your team’s responsibility to carry adequate team water, food, blankets, first aid supplies, cell phones, clothing layers and rain gear in your vehicle.

EMERGENCY INFORMATIONIN CASE OF EMERGENCY, DIAL 911.ON-COURSE MEDICAL:Basic first aid kits are available at all Exchange Points. On-Course Medical support with advanced first aid and response skills will be stationed at Exchange Points 2, 5, 8, 11, 14 and the Finish Line. Look for this red marker on the stage maps.Notify the nearest volunteer and the Race Emergency Director with any concerns or emergencies

HAM RADIO VOLUNTEERS will be located at most Exchange Points. These special volunteers can help connect you with medical volunteers, other Exchange Points or help answer general questions you may have.

RACE EMERGENCY DIRECTOR: (402) 890-2123 (cell)

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RACE COURSE SAFETYPOLICE ASSISTANCE AND TRAFFIC LAWS Runners will be provided with police assistance at Stages 7 and 11. Runners MUST obey all traffic laws unless instructed otherwise by a police officer.

NOTE: If for some reason during the day your team is delayed either because of heavy traffic when crossing a street or because of a train — these situations are considered part of the course.

LIGHTNING RULE

Lightning at the start of the race may result in a delayed start until the lightning clears. If you see lightning on the course after the race has started, get your runner off the road and into your team vehicle. Follow these procedures:• Make a note of the time and the location where you exited the course. • If lightning clears within 30 minutes put your runner back on the road where they left and

make a note of the time.• If lightning persists longer than 30 minutes, move ahead one Exchange Point and follow

volunteer instructions. For every 30 minutes of lightning delay, please move ahead one Exchange Point.

• Keep accurate track of where and when you left the course and where and when you returned to the course.

• Turn this information into M2M Headquarters on your Team Scorecard after you finish. We will then calculate your average pace and apply this pace to the segment of the course that you missed and will provide you with an official adjusted race time.

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IMPORTANT CONTACTS NON-EMERGENCY URGENT CARE CLINICSURBANDALE FAMILY PHYSICIANS2901 86th StreetUrbandale, IA 50322p: 515-276-3406Saturday | 8am to 8pm LAKEVIEW FAMILY MEDICINE6000 University Avenue, Suite 101West Des Moines, IA 50266p: 515-241-2600Saturday 9am to 3pm MERLE HAY FAMILY MEDICINE4020 Merle Hay Road, Suite 100Des Moines, IA 50310p: 515-278-0949 Saturday 9am to 3pm

HOSPITALSGREENE COUNTY MEDICAL CENTER1000 West Lincolnway StreetJefferson, IA 50129p: 515-386-2114 GUTHRIE COUNTY HOSPITAL710 North 12th StreetGuthrie Center, IA 50115p: 641-332-2201 DALLAS COUNTY HOSPITAL610 10th StreetPerry, IA 50220p: 515-465-3547 MERCY MEDICAL CENTER-WEST LAKES1755 59th PlaceWest Des Moines, IA 50266p: 515-358-8000

NON-EMERGENCY COUNTY SHERIFF OFFICESGREENE COUNTY SHERIFF Jefferson, Iowa 515-386-2136GUTHRIE COUNTY SHERIFF Guthrie Center, Iowa 641-747-2214DALLAS COUNTY SHERIFF Adel, Iowa 515-993-4567POLK COUNTY SHERIFF Des Moines, Iowa 515-286-3333

MERCY WEST URGENT CARE1601 NW 114th Street, Suite 255Clive, IA 50325P: 515-222-7010Saturday 9am to 4pm

MERCY EAST VILLAGE URGENT CARE1350 Des Moines Street, Suite 110Des Moines IA 50309P: 515-643-0833Saturday 9am to 4pm

METHODIST WEST HOSPITAL1660 60th StreetWest Des Moines, IA 50266p: 515-343-1000 MERCY MEDICAL CENTER CENTRAL CAMPUS1111 6th AvenueDes Moines, IA 50314p: 515-247-3121 IOWA METHODIST MEDICAL CENTER1200 Pleasant StreetDes Moines, IA 50309p: 515-241-6212

EMERGENCY - 911RACE EMERGENCY DIRECTOR: 402-890-2123 (cell)If your team decides to drop from the race for any reason including a medical concern, incident or emergency, please notify the Race Emergency Director. 5

RACE RULESGENERAL RULES1. TEAM MATRIX: Teams shall consist of six, seven or eight runners. Teams must run in a fixed order and each runner shall complete multiple legs of the Relay, called Stages. Each Stage will be approximately 3 to 5 miles. Teams must carry a “baton,” passing it from runner to runner at each Exchange Point. There will be 17 Stages and, therefore, 17 Exchange Points and a Team Finish (the starting line is Exchange Point 1).2. MINIMUM TEAM SPEED: TEAMS ARRIVING AT THE FINISH LINE AFTER 8:00 PM WILL NOT RECEIVE A FINISH TIME.

RULES CONCERNING VEHICLESPlease use your best judgment when driving, and please watch for runners and other pedestrians.1. VEHICLES AND RUNNERS: Vehicles may not stop to interact or support runners on the course unless an injury has occurred or a runner has taken a wrong turn. Vehicles must always take the Driver’s Path. Please remember, runners are in charge of their own water and nutrition while running between Exchange Points and may not be supported.2. NUMBER OF VEHICLES AND TYPES ALLOWED: Team vehicles must be less than seven feet in width and less than 20 feet in length. Large vans, mini-vans and SUV’s are allowed. No RVs, mini-buses, trailers or limos are allowed. All vehicle passengers must have access to a safety belt. Team’s violating this rule will be immediately disqualified.3. LOCATION OF ID TAG: Registered team vehicles must display an official identification tag in the front and rear window. The tag must be visible to race officials at the Exchange Points. Only team vehicles displaying the official tag will be allowed to park at the Exchange Points. 4. DRIVING DIRECTIONS: Team vehicles should follow the driving directions provided in the Race Day Guide. Directions have been designed to eliminate vehicle contact with runners and to provide the quickest route to the next Exchange Point. If a vehicle gets lost or takes a wrong turn and does not reach the next Exchange Point in time, the time is lost and will not be awarded back.5. TRAFFIC LAWS: Team vehicles MUST obey all speed limits, traffic signs, other traffic laws and instructions from race officials.6. RUNNER SAFETY: Team vehicles must drive at a normal rate of speed. Vehicles may not block or interfere with other vehicles, and must yield the right of way to runners at all times.7. PARKING: At the Exchange Points, team vehicles must park in designated areas only. Vehicles may not stop within the Exchange Point area, even to discharge runners, until parked in the designated area.

THIS SECTION IS A SUMMARY OF IMPORTANT RACE RULES. ALL TEAMS ARE TO DOWNLOAD A COPY OF THE COMPLETE RACE RULES FOR THEIR TEAM VEHICLE FROM M2MRELAY.COM.

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RULES CONCERNING RUNNERS1. RUNNING ORDER: Team members will run in a fixed order. For example, on a seven-person team, Runner 1 will complete Stages 1, 8 and 15; Runner 2 will complete stages 2, 9 and 16; and so on. On a six-person team, Runner 1 will complete Stages 1, 7, and 13 Runner 2 will complete Stages 2, 8, and 14; and so on. See the complete runner matrices on page 10.2. OFFICIAL BIBS: Runners must wear their official race bib numbers corresponding to their position on the team. The first runner must wear a number ending in “1”, the second runner must wear a number ending in “2” and so on. Race numbers must be visible from the front.3. BATON EXCHANGE: The “baton” must be passed from one runner to the next within the defined Exchange Zone at each Exchange Point. Runners must carry the “baton” so that it is visible to race officials while approaching and leaving the Exchange Zone. Batons will be supplied at the Start Line to the first runner and will also serve as the timing chip.4. WRONG TURN: Runners who take a wrong turn must return to the course where they left it and continue on the correct route. Runners may use the team vehicle or other transportation to return to the correct route, provided they complete the entire correct route unaided.5. TRAFFIC LAWS: Unless a police officer instructs you differently, you need to obey all pedestrian traffic laws.

RULES CONCERNING ALL PARTICIPANTS1. NO LITTERING: Participants must leave the course litter-free. Teams are encouraged to use the trash bags given in the race packets to leave the course better than we found it.2. NO PUBLIC URINATION: Participants should only use the bathroom facilities provided. No public urination or other public relief is allowed.3. NO CONSUMPTION OF ALCOHOL: Consumption of alcohol is not allowed at any time while participating in the race. Even if you have completed your last Stage, you are still participating in the race until your team has crossed the finish line. Do not start the party early. Alcohol may be consumed responsibly at the finish line party when city ordinances and permits allow. Please no outside alcoholic beverages at the finish line party.

There is zero tolerance on any of these rules. Violation of any of these rules will result in an automatic team disqualification and you will be asked to leave the course.

TO REPORT A SAFETY CONCERN OR RULE VIOLATION, PLEASE SEND A TEXT MESSAGE TO 402-890-2067. INCLUDE VIOLATING TEAM NUMBER, LOCATION & RULE VIOLATION OR SAFETY CONCERN.

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AWARDS & CONTESTSDIVISIONS & AWARDS• OPEN (Awards to top 7): All teams may compete, generally all male. • MIXED (Awards to top 7): At least three members of the team must be of each sex.• WOMEN (Awards to Top 3): All team members must be women.• MASTERS (Awards to Top 3): All team members must be at least 40 years old.• MIXED MASTERS (Awards to Top 3): At least three members of the team must be of

each sex and all team members must be at least 40 years old.• WOMEN MASTERS (Award to 1st Place): All team members must be at least 40 years

old and female.• CORPORATE (Awards to Top 3): All team members must be employed by the same

employer or immediate family members.• ARMED FORCES (Awards to Top 3): Instrumental to the nation’s defense and/or

community safety (Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, private militia, FBI, Police, Firefighters).

• ACADEMIC (Award to 1st Place): All team members affiliated with one school, college, university, or other center of learning. This can be students, faculty, or both.

TEAM CONTESTSAll winners will be announced at the Post-Race Shindig and via m2mrelay.com after race day. All voting will be done via the Team Scorecard on the inside back cover of the Race Day Guide and must be turned in one per team at the Post-Race Shindig.

BEST TEAM COSTUME They key to victory is wearing your costume all day long. The more elaborate and ridiculous the better!

BEST DECORATED VEHICLETo win the Best Decorated Vehicle Contest, your team vehicle must not only be awesome, but also be considered a legal Market to Market Relay vehicle.

BEST TEAM NAMEIt’s up to your peers. The wackier and more creative, the better. Just keep it awesome and appropriate.

“BEST OF” RULES:• Voting is done via the Team Score Card in the Race Day Guide.

Turn in at the Post-Race Shindig. • Limit one vote per team.• The team with the most votes wins.• Winners get an automatic invitation into next year’s race.

PREDICT YOUR TEAM FINISHING TIMEAll teams are entered into this competition when you submitted Predicted Team Finish Time on the Team Roster Tool.Rules:

• Submit your team’s Predicted Team Finish Time via the Team Roster Tool• Team closest to time wins• Winners get a FREE spot into next year’s race.

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BATON/CHIP TIMING

Runner #1 on each team will pick up your team’s timing “baton” at the starting line. The timing bracelet will keep track of your team’s time through a timing chip system. Please use this for your baton.

TEAM SCORECARD & CONTEST VOTING BALLOT

On the inside back cover of this Race Day Guide is the Team Scorecard & Contest Voting Ballot. Record your runner times throughout the day and submit ONLY one complete card to the M2M Relay Headquarters tent located at the Post-Race Shindig.

SOCIAL MEDIAPeople are talking about the 1st Annual Market to Market Relay Iowa! They are sharing pictures, comparing race advice and discussing costumes and van decorating tips for race day. We want to make it easy for you to get in on the race conversation. Check out M2M on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram.

Want to see what runners are saying before and during the race? Follow M2M on Twitter @M2MRelay. Search for and use the #M2MRelay hashtag to join the conversation.

Become a fan of M2M on Facebook by joining our fan page. Meet other racers and get access to the latest M2M news facebook.com/m2mrelay.

Share your race photos with friends and family, check out other team’s photos. Search for and use the #M2MRelay hashtag.

SCORING & MISC.

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Miles/Rating4.8/M3/E

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Drivers’ PathRunners’ Path DRIVING DIRECTIONSHead west from the Jefferson Bell Tower on E Lincolnway Street.

2 blocks

Turn left (south) on Elm St / IA-4.3.2 mi

Turn left (east) on 265th St CAUTION: 265th St crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.

1.5 mi

Continue onto P Ave (south).0.6 mi

Turn right into Exchange Point 2.

RUNNER NOTES• A lead cyclist will guide runners

from the start line to the first turn. • Runners will cross over several

roads where traffic does not stop. • Use caution when approaching

intersections and yield to vehicles at all times.

START LINE AREA• Timing Baton Pick-Up (First Runner)• Last Minute Packet Pick-Up• Final Announcements• Bunkers Dunkers Donuts• Greene Bean Coffee

The driving directions have been made with the runners in mind. Please avoid using the same roads as the runners (follow these maps and directions only). It will be safer for everyone involved if runners do not have to worry about traffic. There will NOT be signs for drivers, please follow the directions and maps. Important turns will be signed for runners ONLY.

TRIVIA: The Mahanay Memorial Carillon Tower in Jefferson is ______ feet 2 inches high and holds _____ bells that were cast at the world famous Petit & Fritzen Bell Foundry in the Netherlands. See page 40 for answers.

ESTIMATED ARRIVAL DRIVING TIME• Des Moines: 1 hr 20 min• Ames: 50 min• Council Bluffs: 2 hrs 15 min• Sioux City: 2 hrs 30 mile• Quad Cities: 4 hrs

Jefferson | Start

STAGE 1Bull Head 1915 Farm

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The Start Line is located on the south side of the courthouse in Jefferson, Iowa at the intersection of Lincolnway Street & Wilson Street. Parking is available around the courthouse or at the Green County Community Center located 2 blocks west of the courthouse.

NOTE: When driving to Jefferson, please arrive via Highway 4 and turn east on Lincolnway Street toward the courthouse. Teams should plan to remain at the start line for their wave’s start to cheer on their first runner. You will have plenty of time to drive to Exchange Point 2. Hop into your team vehicle after the start of your wave and follow Stage 1 driving directions.

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Bull Head 1915 Farm

STAGE 2Cooper

Drivers’ PathRunners’ PathDRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 2, turn right (south) onto P Ave.

2.9 mi

Turn right (west) onto 300th St.0.2 mi

Take the 1st left onto 2nd St and into the town of Cooper 0.1 mi

Take the 2nd right onto Maple St toward Exchange Point 3CAUTION: Maple St crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.NOTE: Please respect private property and only park and walk in public areas and where directed by volunteers. Thanks!

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several roads where traffic does

not stop. • Use caution when approaching intersections and yield

to vehicles at all times.

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TRIVIA: To promote Cooper’s Centennial, applications for the honor of being Cooper’s 51st citizen to were sent to dignitaries throughout the world. Who received honor of the 51st Citizen? See page 40 for answers. 13

Drivers’ PathRunners’ Path

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several roads where traffic

does not stop. • Use caution when approaching intersections and

yield to vehicles at all times.

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 3, turn left (west) onto 300th St.

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Turn left (south) onto IA-4/Neola Ave.5.0 mi

Turn left (east) onto 110th St. 0.9 mi

CAUTION: Entering the town of Herndon, 110th St crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.Turn right (south) onto Herndon Rd.

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Turn right into Exchange Point 4.

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Drivers’ PathRunners’ PathDRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 4, turn right (south) onto Herndon Rd.

0.5 mi

Turn left (east) onto State Hwy 141.2.0 mi

Turn right (south) onto Wood Rd/1st Ave/Co Rd P30.

4.0 mi

Turn right (west) onto 160th Rd.2.2 mi

CAUTION: Entering Yale, 160th Rd crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.Turn left (south) onto Main St.

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Turn left (east) onto Bell St CAUTION: Bell St crosses running route entering the Coop. Slow down and watch for runners.

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Continue straight into Exchange Point 5 at the Yale Coop Elevator.NOTE: There maybe heavy truck traffic at the Coop. Please yield to any farming vehicles as this is a busy time of year at the Coop. Thanks!

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several

roads where traffic does not stop. • Use caution when approaching


• Use extra caution when crossing highway 141 immediately after leaving Herndon.

• Arriving in Yale, race vehicle traffic crosses the running route two times before you arrive at the Exchange Point. Use extra caution at these crossings.

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Enjoy the beauty of the countryside and small town hospitality all year long by traveling the Raccoon River Valley Trail in west central Iowa. The trail is easily-accessible from several designated trailheads with parking lots and restrooms. The paved surface is user-friendly for all ages. The 14 communities offer a variety of parks, festivals and celebrations. And there are lots of opportunites for food, beverages, and shopping. With our 72-mile loop being completed in 2013, we’ll have one of the longest and most unique trails in the U.S., totaling 89 miles. Bike it, hike it, run it, ski it, or even snowmobile it. Any way you travel the RRVT, you will leave with great memories!

OPENING THE NEW 72 MILE LOOP IN 2013, MAKING THE “RRVT” AN 89-MILE PAVED TRAIL

Dallas, Guthrie and Greene Counties

One of America’s best recreational trails!www. raccoonrivervalleytrail.org

Waukee • Adel • Redfield • Linden • Panora • Yale • Herndon • Cooper • Jefferson • Perry Dawson • Jamaica • Dallas Center • Minburn

Plan your trail vacation!

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Drivers’ PathRunners’ PathDRIVING DIRECTIONSExit Exchange Point 5 from the south end of the parking area. Follow volunteers.CAUTION: Exiting the Coop, you will cross the running route. Slow down and watch for runners.Turn right (north) onto Railroad Street (unsigned).

100 ft

Take immediate left (west) on King St.0.2 mi

Turn right (north) onto Lincoln St.0.2 mi

Leaving Yale, turn left (west) onto North St/160th Rd. 0.6 mi

Turn left (south) onto State Hwy 4.3.1 mi

Turn left (east) onto 190th St next to White Barn with Barn Quilt.

0.7 mi

NOTE: Exchange Point parking is along the south side of 190th St. Park ONLY on the right side of the road. Follow volunteer directions.NOTE: There will not be restrooms at Exchange Point 6. The next restrooms will be at Exchange Point 7 in Panora.



yield to vehicles at all times.• Immediately, leaving the Exchange Point, runners

will cross over race vehicle traffic departing the Exchange Point. Use extra caution here.

Yale

STAGE 5190th Street

TRIVIA: Yale was a prominent participant on the semi-pro _______ circuit before WWII. See page 40 for answers.

Exchange Point 5Yale

Exchange Point 6190th Street

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Drivers’ PathRunners’ PathDRIVING DIRECTIONSHead east on 190th St/Co Rd F31.

0.3 mi

Take the 1st right (south) onto Utopia Ave. Drive slowly. 2.7 mi

Turn right (west) onto State Hwy 44/Main St.0.5 mi

Turn right into Exchange Point 7 at Panora Plaza.



yield to vehicles at all times.• Arriving in Panora, the trail crosses over town

streets. Follow race signage arrows and stay on the trail to arrive at Exchange Point 6.

• There will not be restrooms at Exchange Point 6. The next restrooms will be at Exchange Point 7 in Panora.

190th Street

STAGE 6Panora

Exchange Point 6190th Street

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Walk to SAVE More Lives!

The Annual ARL Dog Walk will be held on Saturday, May 18th at the DMACC

Campus in Ankeny (Lake Future Trail). Register yourself and your dog online at:

ARL-Iowa.org/DogWalk

Join us for the 8th Annual Angie Anderson Memorial Dog Walk!

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OPEN DIVISION

GOOD LUCK TEAMS

2EZ - West Des Moines, IAAbove + Beyond Cancer RAAM - Des Moines, IAAbove and Beyond Cancer-Kilimanjaro - Des Moines, IAAll Will No Skill - Urbandale, IABalls and Dolls - Carroll, IABeauties and the Beasts - Ames, IABig Slick - Council Bluffs, IABody Glide, Blisters and BenGay - Lavista, NEBrown Chicken Brown Cow - Des Moines, IACobra Kai - Plattsmouth, NECyclone fans - Grimes, IADino’s Storage - Omaha, NEDogfish Head 75 Mile - Orange City, IADude Where’s My Van? - Ames, IADuh Moynzzz - Des Moines, IAFamous ‘Staches - Des Moines, IAFor the Love of Pete - Des Moines, IAFUBAR - West Des Moines, IAHairy Gumballs - Slater, IAHead’s up 7up - Nevada, IAI be pro fun - Grand Island, NEI thought you said RUM!! - Prole, IAIrish We Were Finished! - West Des Moines, IAKilt or be Kilt - Urbandale, IAlets get physical - Des Moines, IALost in Pace - Norwalk, IALow Expectations - Griswold, IAMagnificent 7 - Paton, IAMixed Nuts - Indianola, IAMystery Machine - Indianola, IANegative Splits - Jefferson, IA

Rib Shack Smokies - Ashland, NERidin’ Dirty - Lincoln, NERiesberg Group - Red Oak, IARoad Crew: Tearin’ It Up - Waverly, NERun for Your Life - Ankeny, IARun Like the Winded - Des Moines, IARunning Chains Addiction - Norwalk, IARunning Rednecks - Clarinda, IARunning with Chubbies - Marion, IASeal Team 7.1 - Lincoln, NESeven little pigs - Nevada, IASlo-Pokes - Mingo, IASlow Pokers - Slater, IASmells Like Funk - Bennington, NESorta Neat - Des Moines, IATeam Awesome - Urbandale, IATeam Chicken Wing - Perry, IATeam Fat Hog - Urbandale, IATeam Schmitz - Carroll, IATeam Skid-Mark - West Des Moines, IATEAM SWEEPERS - Council Bluffs, IATeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Iowa City, IAThe Elephant in the Room - Des Moines, IAThe Runs - Ankeny, IAThe Trots - Waukee, IAThis Sounded Like a Great Idea in January - Des Moines, IAToo Fast For Sleeves - Des Moines, IATwisted Blister - Bennington, NEWasted Potential - Des Moines, IAWe are Runners - West Des Moines, IAWe Are Runners too - West Des Moines, IA

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MIXED MASTERS DIVISIONNew Hope Masters - West Des Moines, IANothing Runs Like a Beck

Southern Prairie Runners - Creston, IATeam PR - Pella, IA

WOMEN MASTERS DIVISIONLadies of the Evening - Weeping Water, NERun Like Hell - Urbandale, IA

The Wild Roses - Des Moines, IA

MASTERS DIVISIONAbove & Beyond Cancer-Everest - Des Moines, IABand on the Run - Sanborn, IACarpe Vardo - Ames, IAH&B All Stars - Ankeny, IA

Run with the Animals - Clive, IASemper Vardo - Story City, IATeam NDORFNZ Masters - Omaha, NEWaveland Park - Des Moines, IA

GOOD LUCK TEAMSMIXED DIVISION2 Stupid 2 Stop - Spencer, IA99 Problems but a Cramp Ain’t One - Windsor Heights, IAAbove & Beyond - West Des Moines, IAAbove + Beyond Team - Des Moines, IAAbove and Beyond Cancer-Imja Tse - Des Moines, IAARL Running Club 2 - Urbandale, IAAsphalt Avengers - Bloomfield, IABait Gone Wild - Grimes, IABinders full of Runners - Des Moines, IACereal-ously - Cedar Rapids, IACollins Team - Windsor Heights, IACrazy 8’s - Pleasant Hill, IAD4 Joggercisers - Indianola, IADuck N Run - Pella, IAFat Guys In Little Coats - Des Moines, IAFeeling Good Looking Better - Urbandale, IAFool Runnings - Waterloo, IAFred and Ethel - Davenport, IAFree Beer Aint Free - Urbandale, IAFree Ned - Urbandale, IAHigh Mile Club - Des Moines, IAHigh Voltage Running Club - Des Moines, IAHurts So Good - Stamford, CTHybrid Vigor - Ames, IAIncredibles - Lemars, IAInteger Cross Crountry - Urbandale, IAJohn Deere Green - Perry, IAKind of a Big Deal - Omaha, NELand Rovers - Des Moines, IAManning Mafia - Omaha, NEMay The Course Be With You - Des Moines, IANDORFNZ Coed - Storm Lake, IAOGR - Boone, IAPaulie Bleeker & the Dancing Elk Condors - Des Moines, IAPowHer Fitness - Clive, IA

Run TMCC - North Liberty, IARunning Sucks - Boone, IASalmon Kings - West Des Moines, IAScrambled Legs and Ham - Davenport, IASeemed Like a Good Idea at the Time - Dallas Center, IASlow and Steady - Des Moines, IASnow White and the Seven Dwarfs - Lincoln, NESpeedy EvisceRacin’ - Iowa City, IASpeedy Streakers - Ames, IASuper Market Heros - Des Moines, IATag...You’re it! - Sloan, IAtbd - Steamboat Springs, COTeam 007 - Parkersburg, IATeam 007: License to Run - Des Moines, IATEAM BISHOP (and a Byerly) - State Center, IATeam Doing It All Day Long - Yale, IATeam Gifford - Pleasant Hill, IATeam Honey Badger - Norwalk, IATeam Orange Falls - Iowa Falls, IATeam Tiger Baby - Marion, IATeam Toyota 2 - Mount Vernon, IATeam Unicorn - Urbandale, IAThe Beerlievers - Des Moines, IAThe Dashing Divas - Lincoln, NEThe GOATs - Omaha, NEThe Hitchhickers - Gretna, NEThe Rando Runners - Grimes, IAThe slow, the fast & the ugly - Des Moines, IAThis Too Will Pass - Grimes, IATortoises and O’Hares - Des Moines, IATricia’s Militia - Sioux City, IAVamonos! - West Des Moines, IAWestwind - Des Moines, IAWhat Time is Breakfast - Des Moines, IAWhisker Biscuits - Omaha, NE

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ACADEMIC DIVISIONRelativistic Physicists - Ames, IA

CORPORATE DIVISIONBUNN-dles O-Energy - Creston, IAFlynn Wright - West Des Moines, IAGMRC Cellar Dwellers - Grinnell, IAHy-Vee - West Des Moines, IAInsert Name - Waukee, IAINVISION - Des Moines, IAJohnson Machine Works - Chariton, IA

Last Place - Des Moines, IAMitas Tires North America - Charles City, IAPork Peeps - Grimes, IARisky Business - Urbandale, IARoad Warriors - Ankeny, IASpeedo Heroes - Ankeny, IATEAM HYDRO-KLEAN WE SUCK - Des Moines, IA

WOMEN DIVISION7 Deadly Shins - Newton, IA7 Deadly Shins - Ames, IA7 Deadly Sins - Omaha, NE7 x00:00 A CHARm - Elkhart, IAAngels in Disguise - Altoona, IAARL Running Club - Des Moines, IAChafed and Lubed - McCallsburg, IACy’s Girls - Indianola, IADuck Commander - Madison, SDFlashdance Fever - Lester, IAFoxy Runners - North Liberty, IAGirls Gone Running - Grinnell, IAGirls Gone Running - Keota, IAGreenbelt Gals - Steamboat Rock, IAHarlan Rockers - Harlan, IAHere We Go Again - Grimes, IAI thought they said RUM!!! - Mason City, IAJust some small town girls - Dexter, IAKyle’s Bikes Gaggle of Girls - Des Moines, IAMisfits - Marshalltown, IAOffutt Pink Ladies - Bellevue, NEOld School Admirals - Glenwood, IAOne Tough Mother Runner - Cumming, IA

Pavement Princesses - Cedar Falls, IAPavement Pushers - Washington, IAPHF - Coralville, IAReticulated Giraffes - Seward, NERunaway Moms - Clive, IARunnin’ Rebels - West Des Moines, IARunning Rainbows - Waukee, IAScrambled Legs - West Des Moines, IASeven Sin Sisters - Pine Bluffs, WYSexy by Summer - Carlisle, IASOLE SISTERS - Ankeny, IASoleHer Powered - Des Moines, IATaste The Rainbow - Urbandale, IATeam AVEDA for RODSracing - Urbandale, IATeam N-Emesis - Otley, IATeam We! Wee! Weee! - West Point, IAThe Runnin’ Ritas - Ames, IATie Dyed Soles - Waukee, IATreadmills are for Girls - West Des Moines, IATwisted Sisters - Nevada, IAWere we supposed to train for this? - Pleasant Hill, IAWONDER WOMEN - West Des Moines, IA

CAPTURE THE EXPERIENCE WITH A FREE TEAM PHOTO AT THE POST-RACE SHINDIG!21

DRIVING DIRECTIONSExit Exchange Point 6 from the north end of the parking area. Turn left (west) on Market St CAUTION: Market St crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.

0.2 mi

Turn left (south) onto NE 3rd St.0.6 mi

3rd Street becomes Wagon Rd/Co Rd P28. Continue straight.

0.7 mi

Turn left (east) onto 230th St.1.0 mi

Turn right (south) onto Viceroy Trail. 1.5 mi

Turn right (south) onto Willow Ave.1.0 mi

Turn left (east) onto 248th Trail.2.2 mi

Bear left onto 250th St.0.4 mi

Turn right onto Caldwell St toward Exchange Point 8 in the town of Linden.NOTE: Follow volunteer directions for parking along Linden Park. Runner Exchange Point is located at the trail shelter on the north end of Main St (a 2 block walk).

RUNNER NOTES• Immediately leaving the Exchange Point,

runners will cross the busy Main Street / Highway 44. Use extra caution here and follow volunteer and police directions.

• Runners will cross over several roads where traffic does not stop.

• Use caution when approaching intersections and yield to vehicles at all times.

Panora

STAGE 7Linden

TRIVIA: Lake Panorama in Panora is the largest private lake in Iowa with 1,400 acres of lake surface and more than _______ miles of shoreline. See page 40 for answers.


Exchange Point 7Panora

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSHead east toward Main StTurn right (south) on Main St. Becomes Amarillo Ave.

1.0 mi

Turn right (south) to stay on Amarillo Ave.2.9 mi

Turn left (east) onto 280th Rd.1.3 mi

Becomes Division Dr. Continue straight. 0.2 mi

Becomes Bridge St. Continue straight. 0.5 mi

Becomes Thomas St entering Redfield. Continue straight CAUTION: Thomas St crosses running route. Slow down and watch for runners.

0.5 mi

Turn left onto Armston St.1 block

Continue straight into Exchange Point 9 at West Central Valley Middle School. The Exchange Point is located on the west side of the school, a short walk from the parking area.

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several roads

where traffic does not stop. • Use caution when approaching


• Arriving in the town of Redfield, the running route deviates from the trail into town. Follow race signage arrows to arrive at Exchange Point 9.

Linden

STAGE 8Redfield

Exchange Point 8Linden

Exchange Point 9Redfield

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSVehicles will exit the Exchange Point from the west end of the parking area.Head west on Taylor St toward Edwards St.

0.1 mi

Take the 3rd right onto 1st St. 0.4 mi

1st turns into El Paso Ave. Continue straight on El Paso. 2.7 mi

Turn right onto 280th. 3.2 mi

Turn right onto I Ave. 1.5 mi

Turn left into Exchange Point 10.

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will leave Exchange Point 9

from the west side of West Central Valley Middle School.

• Leaving Exchange Point 9, follow race signage arrows through Redfield to return to the trail.



Redfield

STAGE 9Kennedy Station

TRIVIA: Due to the excellent _______ found in this area Redfield was the town with “Two Brick Yards.” Only one, Glen-Gery, remains. See page 40 for answers.

Exchange Point 9Redfield

Exchange Point 10Kennedy Station

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 10, turn right (north) onto I Ave.

1.5 mi

Turn right (east) onto 280th St. Becomes 15th St.5.7 mi

Turn right (west) onto Main St. 0.2 mi

Take the 2nd left onto 18th Street CAUTION: 18th Street crosses running route Slow down and watch for runners.

0.2 mi

Turn left into Exchange Point 11.NOTE: Please respect private property and only park and walk in public areas and where directed by volunteers. Thanks!

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several roads

where traffic does not stop. • Use caution when approaching intersections

and yield to vehicles at all times.• Use extra caution when crossing the K

Ave highway.

Kennedy Station

STAGE 10Adel

Exchange Point 10Kennedy Station

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RUN LIKE SOMEONE LEFT THE GATE OPEN!

Join the ARL Running Club at ARL-Iowa.org/RUN

About the Club:The ARL Running Club is designed to help homeless animals while running local races of varying distances. Annual membership is $15 and includes a club t-shirt, a schedule of local races, training tips and support from fellow runners on the club Facebook page, prizes, and more!

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 11, turn left onto Greene St.

0.6 mi

Turn left onto Nile Kinnick Dr/8th St/US-169. CAUTION: Nile Kinnick Drive crosses running route. Slow down, watch for runners and follow traffic police officer directions.

1.6 mi

Turn right onto 270th St. 3.7 mi

Turn right onto R Ave. 2.0 mi

Turn left into Exchange Point 12 at Monarch Manufacturing.

RUNNER NOTES• Shortly after leaving Exchange Point 11,

runners will make a detour off the trail through Adel, turning left on 10th St, right on Main St, right on 7th St and finally turning left back onto the trail.

• There will be police assistance crossing Nile Kinnick Drive on Main Street.



Adel

STAGE 11Ortonville

Exchange Point 11Adel

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THANKS VOLUNTEERSYOU ARE THE BEST!

Over 200 volunteers pull together to make the Market to Market Relay Iowa possible. Please join us in thanking these individuals throughout the day and know that you are supporting these local organizations through your participation in the race.

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Jefferson Bike ClubJefferson Farmer’s MarketCentral Christian Church of JeffersonPanora Boy ScoutsYale Community ClubPanora Lions ClubPanora Chamber of Commerce/PRIDELinden Lions Club / Linden DazeWest Central Valley Booster ClubWest Central Valley Cross Country

Adel LionsBeta Sigma PhiPeace Lutheran Church, rural AdelValley Cross Country & Beta Sigma PhiAnimal Rescue LeagueTeam In TrainingTeam In TrainingCapital StridersTeam In Training

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Volunteer Coordination | Raccoon River Valley Trail AssociationBike Support | Panora Bike Club and Des Moines Cycle ClubVolunteer Reinforcements | Redfield Lions Club and International Adoption NetHAM Radio Communications | Polk County ARES

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 12, turn right (north) onto R Ave .

2.0 mi

Turn right (east) onto 270th St.2.5 mi

Becomes Meredith Dr. Continue straight. 2.0 mi

Turn right (south) onto 184th St/V Ave/N Warrior Ln .1.9 mi

Turn right (west) onto Venture DrTake next left (south) into Exchange Point 13 at Mercy Medical Clinic.

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over several roads where

traffic does not stop. • Use caution when approaching intersections

and yield to vehicles at all times.

Ortonville

STAGE 12Waukee

TRIVIA: The Orton family were _______ people who wintered in Ortonville until there family business folded, sometime in the 30’s before WWII. See page 40 for answers.

Exchange Point 12Ortonville

Exchange Point 13Waukee

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 13, turn left (north) onto Warrior Ln.

1.9 mi

Turn right (east) onto Meredith Dr. 4.0 mi

Turn right (south) onto NW 128th St. 2.6 mi

After crossing Hickman Rd, Turn left (east) onto Woodlands Pkwy, becoming 123RD St.

0.2 mi

Turn left into Exchange Point 14 at Campbell Recreation Area (unsigned).

Waukee

STAGE 13Clive

RUNNER NOTES• There are several intersections with

crosswalks on this stage. At all crosswalks, wait for the pedestrian light to turn green and yield to vehicles. Follow volunteer directions.

• Runners also cross several other roads that are not at crosswalks where traffic does not stop. Use caution when approaching intersections and yield to vehicles at all times.

• Toward the end of your stage, the running route deviates from the main trail toward Campbell Park. Follow race signage arrows to arrive at Exchange Point 14.

Exchange Point 13Waukee

Exchange Point 14 Clive

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 14, turn right onto Woodlands Pkwy/123rd St

0.6 mi

Turn right 128th St 0.4 mi

Turn right onto Hickman Rd 2.8 mi

Turn right onto 86th St 0.6 mi

Turn left onto University Blvd 0.4 mi

Take second right into Exchange Point 15 at Wittern Manufacturing

Clive

STAGE 14Windsor Heights

RUNNER NOTES• Leaving Exchange Point 14, runners will soon

make a right turn to return to the main trail.• Runners will encounter several side/spur

trails. Follow race signage arrows and stay on the main trail to arrive at Exchange Point 15

Exchange Point 15 Windsor Heights

Exchange Point 14 Clive

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSExit Exchange Point 15 from the east end of the parking area. Turn right (east) onto University Blvd. Becomes University Ave.

2.5 mi

Turn right (south) onto Polk Blvd. 1.1 mi

Turn left (east) onto Grande Ave. 0.1 mi

Take first right (south) onto 45th St. 0.6 mi

Continue straight into Exchange Point 16 Ashworth Park. Most vans will be routed to the main parking lot where you will walk to the Exchange Point via a wooded trail out of the south end of the parking lot. Follow it west behind Bergman Academy. See Exchange Detail map below.

Windsor Heights

STAGE 15Ashworth Park

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will cross over roads

and train tracks where traffic does not stop.

• Use caution when approaching intersections and yield to vehicles and trains at all times.

• Toward the end of your stage, the running route deviates from the main trail toward Ashworth Park. Follow race signage arrows to arrive at Exchange Point 16.

Exchange Point 15 Windsor Heights

Exchange Point 16 Ashworth Park

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DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 16, head north on 45th St.

0.6 mi

Turn right (east) onto Grand Ave.2.0 mi

Keep right and take slight right (south) onto Fleur Dr.

1.4 mi

Turn right (west) onto Bell Ave.1 block

Take first right (north) onto SW 22nd St.0.1 mi

Turn right into second parking lot for Exchange Point 17.

Ashworth Park

STAGE 16Gray’s Lake

RUNNER NOTES• Runners will walk to the Exchange Point

via a wooded trail out of the south end of the parking lot. Follow it west behind Bergman Academy and it will lead you to the Exchange Point.

• Leaving Exchange Point 16, runners will soon make a left turn to return to the main trail.



• Know the running route and follow race signage arrows to arrive at Exchange Point 17.

TRIVIA: Stage 16: The Science Center of Iowa began as the Des Moines Center of Science and Industry, when it opened in Greenwood-Ashworth Park in October _______. See page 40 for answers.

Exchange Point 16 Ashworth Park

Exchange Point 17Gray’s Lake

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YOU EARNED IT.WEAR THE BADGE.

Get your Market to Market Relay gear at the Post-Race Shindig. Jackets, pullovers, hats, jerseys, stickers and more.

Also available at store.markettomarketrelay.com.

DRIVING DIRECTIONSLeaving Exchange Point 17, head south on SW 22nd St.

0.2 mi

Turn left (east) onto Bell Ave. 0.1 mi

Take the first left (north) onto Fleur Dr.1.2 mi

Turn right (east) AT STOPLIGHTS onto Martin Luther King Jr Pkwy.

1.4 mi

Turn right onto SW 3rd St. 0.1 mi

Turn left (east) onto Line Dr.300 ft

Turn left onto SW 2nd StTake first right into Exchange Point 17YOU’RE ALMOST DONE!See Team Finish instructions on the next page.

Gray’s Lake

STAGE 17Principal Park | Finish

RUNNER NOTES• Soon after leaving Exchange Point 17,

runners will deviate from the main trail around Gray’s Lake. Know the route and follow race signage arrows.



• The Team Finish is located on the southeast side of Principal Park. You will meet your team here. The Team Finish is not an Exchange Point. The Stage 17 runner should keep the timing chip/baton until crossing the finish line. Do not pass off the timing chip to another runner at the Team Finish. CONGRATULATIONS!

TRIVIA: Principal Park is on the second site of three early military establishments in Iowa named Fort Des Moines and the birthplace of _______. See page 40 for answers.

Exchange Point 17Gray’s Lake

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Team FinishFinish Line

Team FinishJoin Runner

PARKING

PARKING

PARKING

POST RACESHINDIG

DRIVING & PARKING DIRECTIONSFree parking is available in several lots surrounding Principal Park Stadium. Assemble your team and head to the Team Finish area.

Gray’s Lake

TEAM FINISHPrincipal Park | Finish

TEAM FINISH INSTRUCTIONSThe Team Finish is located on the trail on the southeast side of Principal Park Stadium along SW 1st Street. Park your vehicle and use the orange/green line on the map below to join your last runner to cross the finish line as a team.

Drivers’ Path Path to start of Team FinishRunners’ Path

CONGRATULATIONS!You’ve completed the first Annual Market to Market Relay Iowa! The good times continue beyond the finish line. Join us for a block party atmosphere on Market Street at El Bait Shop. Food, drinks, music, story swapping and awards ceremony are just steps away. El Bait Shop is just a short walk from the finish line parking area. No need to move your vehicle. See the next page for details. 37

SHINDIG & EXPOJust beyond the finish line will be the Post-Race Shindig & Expo hosted by El Bait Shop. It’s just a short walk from the finish line. Here, everyone can relax and celebrate their accomplishment of completing the course. The Post-Race Shindig & Expo will feature food from El Bait Shop, Tacpocalypse and Gusto Pizza. Leinenkugel’s Summer Shandy and other beers will be available for purchase. The entire area will be a large indoor and outdoor festival featuring music, exhibitors, free team pictures and much more. Plan on enjoying the excitement at El Bait Shop once you finish the race and have your family and friends join in the fun! Remember to bring your ID, Team Scorecard and cash for additional food, drinks and Market to Market Relay gear!

M2M HQ

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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS3:30 to Close: DJ Music, Exhibitors and Vendors Open3:45 to 8:00: Teams Finish Race4:00 to 8:30: Free Team Photos8:00 to 8:30: Relay Awards Ceremony

Hosted by EL BAIT SHOP and featuring LEINENKUGEL’S SUMMER SHANDY

Walk fromTeam Finish

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4100University Ave

West Des Moines

(515) 343-2600

wholefoodsmarket.com

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COURSE TRIVIA

ANSWERS

Course trivia about historical people, places and events are sprinkled throughout the Race Day Guide. Take a gander and learn a thing or two about the history of Central Iowa.

• Stage 1: 168, 14. The tower commands a breathtaking view of Jefferson and the countryside of five counties. Visitors can take a glass elevator ride to the observation deck.

• Stage 2: Johnny Carson. The international search landed Cooper residents on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and the celebration in Cooper had an estimated 12,500 attend.

• Stage 5: Baseball. Yale played other semi-pro teams from Council Bluffs, Storm Lake, Des Moines, Carroll and others.• Stage 7: 30. Construction of the dam began in spring 1969. At 5:30 a.m. on June 8, 1970, the dam gate was

closed and Lake Panorama began to fill.• Stage 9: Clay. Glen-Gery supplied all bricks for the 2004-2006 renovations of Iowa University’s Kinnick Stadium.• Stage 12: Circus. Ortonville was not a ghost town after the circus ended. It was a village that never grew and

eventually disappeared.• Stage 16: 1970. In May 2005, the Science Center of Iowa opened a new downtown facility. The former location

is now the Bergman Academy.• Stage 17: The City of Des Moines. Fort Des Moines was established in 1843 at the junction of the Raccoon

and Des Moines Rivers by Captain James Allen.

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ONLY ONE TEAM SCORECARD & CONTEST VOTING BALLOT PER TEAMMUST BE TURNED IN AT M2M HEADQUARTERS AT POST-RACE SHINDIGContest winners will be announced at the Awards Ceremony and by m2mrelay.com

MUST be turned in to M2M Headquarters at Post-Race Shindig.One Scorecard ONLY per team.

BEST TEAM CONSTUME: TEAM #:

BEST DECORATED VAN: TEAM #:

BEST TEAM NAME: TEAM #:

CONTEST VOTING BALLOT

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Race Day is Saturday, October 12.Hurry, registration lottery closes May 17.

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