River Rat Run

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

The River Rat Run started in 2009 to honor SFC Rich Schild, who gave his life on December 4, 2005, during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Rich was devoted to his family, friends, and community, and this event carries on his legacy by donating all race proceeds to local nonprofit organizations.

🌳 Race Options

• Courses Available: Participants can choose from a 5K, 10K, or Half Marathon.
• Scenic Location: Each course winds through the Lewis and Clark Lake Recreation Area.
• Chip Timing: All courses feature chip timing with video and manual iPad backup.
• Natural Beauty: Enjoy panoramic lake views and the chance to spot bald eagles.

🏆 Awards and Prizes

• Overall Winners: Prizes awarded for the overall male and female winners.
• Age Divisions: First- and second-place prizes for male and female age divisions: 1–19, 20–29, 30–39, 40–49, 50–59, 60–69, and 70–99.
• Finisher Medals: Only half-marathon participants receive finisher medals.
• T-Shirt Guarantee: Race T-shirts guaranteed for runners who register by midnight on the Sunday before race day.

📍 Packet Pick-Up

• Location: Packet pick-up is available the day before the event at Ace Bike & Fitness, 2404 Broadway, Yankton, SD.
• Timing: Pick-up is from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. on Friday.
• Race Day Check-in: Check-in starts one hour before each race at the picnic shelter in the Gavins Point Area.
• Please Note: No new race-day registrations will be accepted.

🔗 Learn More

For more information, visit the official race page: River Rat Run.