Richfield, MN

Entry fees are non-refundable. The only exception that will be made to our “no refund policy” is for those who are on active military duty and are deployed for service (a copy of deployment orders is required).

The Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K races started in 2003 to save Wood Lake Nature Center's environmental education partnership with the Richfield Public Schools, which was in jeopardy due to cuts in local government aid.  Since Wood Lake Nature Center's opening in 1971, Richfield's K-6 students had visited Wood Lake multiple times a year as part of their science curriculum. 100% of the proceeds benefit Wood Lake Nature Center and supports their environmental education programs in the community. 

The Half Marathon course is certified by the US Track and Field Association and can be used for qualifying times in other races, official results postings, etc.

On average, about 1,200 participants run both the Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K races.

You can switch to the virtual version of your race by logging into your account at runsignup.com and following the steps to transfer to another race (as long as there are spots available in that race).

If you were signed up for the virtual race but would like to switch to the in-person race you may also do this but will need to pay the difference in price point depending on the timing of the switch as long as there are available in-person spots. 

For example, if you signed up for the virtual half marathon on January 22nd at $60 and would like to switch to the in-person on May 11th, the current price point registration is $65 and participants would need to pay the $5 difference and so for depending on current pricing forth the half marathon fee. 

Please email us with your virtual race questions at jevans@richfieldmn.gov.

The deadline to submit your virtual race time for the 5k and Half Marathon is Saturday, July 30 at 12:00 PM. Virtual participants can submit their times on the RunSignUp website under their account.

Virtual runners can pick up their race shirts and medals at bib pick up race weekend July 29-30th. Virtual participants can also opt in to have their shirt and medals mailed to them during race registration. 

A friend or family member can pick up their items for a participant if they know their first and last name.

Any updates will be posted on our website and communicated via all channels possible.

At this time, we are not requiring participants to show proof of COVID vaccination or a negative COVID test results to attend the 2022 event. If this changes, we will notify registrants as soon as possible via email.

However, we do ask our participants to follow the latest CDC guidelines and to stay home if you are not feeling well. Masks are encouraged for all participants in the start/finish area and along the race course in areas that social distancing can not be maintained when participants are passing other runners.

Log into your account at runsignup.com to see your current registrations.  If you're unable to confirm your registration that way, contact John Evans at jevans@richfieldmn.gov to check on the status of your registration.

Participants may exchange shirt sizes post race at the merchandise tent based on sizes available. 

To edit your registration, log in to RunSignUp.com. If you encounter any other issues or want to be sure your email address is on the list to receive updates, please contact John Evans at jevans@richfieldmn.gov

Packet Pick Up for the 2022 Races will be held at the outdoor Richfield Bandshell located next to the Richfield Ice Arena where the start and finish line of the Urban Wildland Races are held. The address is 636 East 66th St Richfield, MN 55423. 

Dates/Times:
Friday, July 29th - TBD
Saturday, July 30 from 6-6:50 am 

What's in the Packet?
Participants will pick up their runner's finisher shirt, bib, and chip. A virtual packet with race sponsor information will be sent out to all participants to keep paper waste low.

Virtual Runners - Virtual runners can create their virtual bib online under their account at RunSignUp.

You may have a friend or family member pick up your packet for you. They will need to know your first and last name. 

No. Entry deferments are not permitted under any circumstances.

Race bibs cannot be transferred or sold to another person. 

No. Only officially registered participants, volunteers, and race officials are allowed on the race courses.

A registered in-person runner may switch to a virtual race at any time before July 27, 2022. Runners will not receive a refund for the price difference between in-person and virtual race fees. 

If a registered virtual runner would like to switch from the 5K race to the Half Marathon, the runner must pay the difference in cost to transfer between virtual races. 

A registered virtual runner may switch to the in person 5K or Half Marathon race if there are still registration spots available. Runner's will forfeit the difference in registration price if transferring from the Half Marathon to the 5K race. Virtual 5K runners may transfer to the in-person race 5K or Half Marathon races if there is available spots remaining and will need to pay the difference in race entry fee for the Half Marathon race. 

For more help questions, please contact jevans@richfieldmn.gov

There is free parking at Richfield Ice Arena parking lot close to the start/finish line of the races. Participants can park along side streets. Parking is not allowed in the lot on the west side of Veterans Park; the Richfield Farmers Market is held there on Saturday mornings and uses the lot. Please do not park in any private business lots including the Legion parking lot.

There are no minimum age requirements to run the half marathon and 5K races.

Volunteers are crucial to the success of Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K races. If you would like to lend a helping hand during, please call us at 612-861-9342 or email us at SRamsay@richfieldmn.gov. 

Yes. We are committed to providing the safest and most positive race day experience possible. Our time limits are set to ensure that runners are protected from vehicular traffic and have the aid station support they need to successfully complete the race. Once the course time limit has been reached, course support, signage, and timing is no longer guaranteed for participants. 

Urban Wildland Half Marathon = 3.5 hours
Urban Wildland 5K = 1.5 hour

We are excited to have the Midwest Pacers at our in-person Half Marathon race on July 30th. They will be providing 11 pacers for the finishing times below: (times are subject to change).
1:30
1:35
1:40
1:45
1:50
1:55
2:00
2:10
2:15
2:20
2:30

Urban Wildland Half-Marathon Aid/Water Stations will be located about every 2 miles along the race course with both water and Gatorade available in compostable cups. 

The 5K will have one water stop available at Taft Lake.

There will be water and Gatorade available at the finish line.  Porta-Potties are available at the start/finish area and along the course at most water stop locations.

We encourage all runners to carry their own water vessels to help reduce waste.

Dogs/pets and strollers are not allowed on the Half Marathon or 5K course for the safety of all runners/participants. 

Headphones are allowed on both the Half Marathon and 5K courses. 

The Urban Wildland Half Marathon and 5K race dates are held on the last Saturday in July.

July 30, 2022
July 29, 2023
July 27, 2024
July 26, 2025