Though this is a 5K and duathlon, I've only done the duathlon the past 2 years. The hills are challenging, especially on the bike course but it can be done! I barely trained before my first race last year and still survived :) But I did have to walk up a few hills.
Duathlon distance: 5K run, 20 mile bike, 2 mile run.
The first run course is the same as the other 5K runners. It "runs" through the neighborhood near the park and does have its elevation as well. One water station about halfway through.
Bike portion is beautiful as you ride in the countryside but the cons of this is the wonderful smell of "fertilizer", chance of said fertilizer being splashed on you if the ground is wet and the hills.
Last running portion changed this year and was reduced to 2 miles (from 5k). Also hilly.

I know that going into this race means pushing myself. If you're up for a challenge, I highly recommend this race. Very friendly atmosphere; the volunteers are awesome and are greatly appreciated for course guidance during the ride.

Swag bag was a brightly colored, long-sleeved tech shirt (which I love!) and then coupons and ads (meh). Post race refreshments: bananas, cookies, chocolate milk and water.
They did have coffee and hot food available but you had to pay.