The top male and female finisher in each run will be presented a trophy. Ribbons will be given to the top three finishers in each of the male and female age groups from 0-11 years to 70-plus years. Door prize drawings will be held during the award ceremony, including the grand prize is a $100 gift certificate towards the purchase of a new pair of running shoes.
The 5K (3.1 miles) and 10K (6.2 miles) races begin and end at the Boundary County Fairgrounds. Aid stations and entertainment are positioned throughout the course as it winds its way along the beautiful Kootenai River and through town.
Entry fee is $25 ($33 Canadian) with a T-shirt or $10 ($13 Canadian) without the t-shirt. A limited number of extra shirts are available on race day.
Participants can register from 7:30-8:45 a.m. at the Boundary County Fairgrounds on race day, without a late fee. The race starts at 9 a.m.
The run is sanctioned by USA Track and Field and is sponsored by Northwest Academy, Boulder Creek Academy and Idaho Forest Group.
For information and entry forms, visit www.kootenairiverrun.com. To learn more, call (208) 290-7039, (208) 267-5776 or (208) 597-1431 or email jkcornman@gmail.com or eileendam@netscape.net.