This is my second year pacing at this event and they couldn't have been more different. Last year we got horrible icy/snow conditions. This year was 80 degrees and hot, hot, hot! You never know what you're going to get in April in Wisconsin.
Packet pickup was easy-either the day before or day of the race. In my packet, I received a customized bib and a sweet purple sweater.
I showed up an hour before the event, and parking was super easy. I got a spot that was only a 2 minute walk from the start line. Another thing to mention is the many many port-o-potties! This is definitely a plus.
For the race, the 10k and half marathoners all start together. This causes a bit of congestion. But the race course is beautiful, start at the lakefront and going down the Oak Leaf Trail. The aid stations were every mile and a half, which is great! With the heat, I could have used more but normally this is more than adequate. The finish ends with a half mile of downhill. When you cross the finish, the announcer shouts out your name!
After you finish, there is such a fun atmosphere to hang out and celebrate! There was a live band, brats, beers, and a large open field to soak up the sun. The race officials even post the race results very quickly on a board, if you didn't already sign up for the results to go to your phone.
Overall, this is a great event. If this race gets any more full, I'd recommend them to split the 10k and half marathoners, or separate the paces more. But if you want a fun, beautiful race, this is your race!

Perks: Sweet medal, free pics, free brews and brats!