Date: September 3rd, 2026
Location: St. Olaf College (1520 St Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057)
Meet Agenda:
Only have one race for each gender:
9:30 AM - Girls' 5K
10:30 AM - Boys' 5K
White Bear Athletes:
Athletes arrive at WBLAHS at 6:15 to load up the bus
Bus will leave at 6:30 am. We will leave without you if you are not there.
7:30 arrive at St. Olaf- set up camp, bathroom, run the course, etc.
Logan's Team is responsible for setting up camp
8:15 start warm ups, all athletes race at 9:30
9:10 check in at the line and continue warming up
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course has gravel and grass. spikes or running shoes are recommended.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Parking is available for spectators in the main Skoglund/Tostrud lots just south of the course and within a short walking distance to the start line and Tostrud Fieldhouse. Additional spectator parking can be found in various lots around campus where there is a faculty/staff/visitor sign. Many lots are within a short walk of the athletic facilities.
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
Course maps are located HERE
T-shirts will be available for sale at the administration tent next to the finish line. The cost is $25, cash or credit card. We will also have cold water and Gatorade for sale in the same location.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: September 17th, 2026
Location: Nicollet Middle School and Sky Oaks Elementary (100 E 134th St, Burnsville, MN 55337)
Meet Agenda:
3:50 JV Girls
4:25 JV Boys
5:00 Combined Varsity Race
5:30 Awards
6:00 Girls Elementary mile
6:20 Boys Elementary mile
White Bear Athletes:
Early Departure:
WBLAHS: Early release at 1:00, bus departs at 1:15
Central: Early release at 1:15, bus departs at 1:30
2:00 pm Arrival- set up camp- Erika's team is responsible for camp set up and take down, walk/jog the course
2:50 pm All Athletes warm up (must warm up an hour before you race), race at 3:50 pm
3:35 pm All athletes on the start line. You should be at the line 15 minutes before your race for run outs and fast dynamics.
Athletes need to cool down after their race! 10-15 minute shakeout after you race.
5:30 pm If anyone on our team receives an award, we will stay for the awards ceremony.
6:00 pm Bus will return to WBLAHS Campus. Athletes will need to help put equipment back.
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course is grassy and flat. Racing spikes or running shoes will be good for this race.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
*** Athletes can borrow a pair of spikes from me if they would like to try them without the financial commitment***
Additional Notes:
Results: live results during the meet at www.advantagetiming.com
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
Available at Nicollet Middle School after 2:50pm. Available at the Burnsville Ice Center parking lot anytime. Due to construction projects in the Burnsville Ice Center area, there will be limited spectator parking available there until 4:00pm. Spectator parking is only available at Sky Oaks Elementary after 4:00pm. Do not park at Sky Oaks Elementary before 4:00pm. Sky Oaks Elementary needs to get their students on buses and out of the parking lot before spectators can park there.
Concession stands are available on site.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: September 19th, 2025
Location: Fort Snelling Golf Course (5701 Leavenworth Ave, Fort Snelling, MN 55111)
Meet Agenda:
9:00 AM - Lefty Wright Boys Maroon Competition
9:45 AM - High School Girls Maroon Competition
10:30 AM – High School Boys Championship Race
11:15 AM – High School Girls Championship Race
12:00 PM – High School Boys Gopher Competition
12:45 PM – High School Girls Gopher Competition
1:30 PM - Larry Zirgibel Boy’s Gold Competition
2:15 PM - Gary Wilson Girls Gold Competition
White Bear Athletes:
Friday, September 18th:
Athletes will meet Gary Wilson at the start line at 4:15 to run the course. Middle Schoolers will be released at 3:30 to get to the course on time. Athletes will need to coordinate rides.
Saturday, September 19th:
The bus will leave at 8:30 am from WBLAHS and arrive at Fort Snelling by 9:00 am.
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants.
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course is grass and hilly. Racing in spikes is recommended.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Will be available near the course, details TBD
The University will be charging $12.50 entry fee for adults and $10.50 for students/youth/seniors (62 & above). Kids age 3 & under are free. (Credit card Only)
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: October 1, 2026
Location:
Meet Agenda:
White Bear Athletes:
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants.
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course is grass and hilly. Racing in spikes is recommended.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: October 9th, 2026
Location: Arrowwood Restort (2100 Arrowwood Ln, Alexandria, MN 56308)
Meet Agenda:
9:45 a.m. Meeting of all workers
10:00 a.m. Coaches meeting in hospitality tent
10:10 a.m. Boys Non-MSHSL 2 mile (6th, 7th, 8th)
10:30 a.m. Girls Non-MSHSL 2 mile (6th, 7th, 8th)
10:40 a.m. 1980’s Girls Alumni Recognition
10:50 a.m. Boys MSHSL 2 mile (9th grade only)
11:10 a.m. Girls MSHSL 2 mile (9th grade only)
11:30 a.m. Boys MSHSL Junior Varsity race
12:10 p.m. Girls MSHSL Junior Varsity race
12:45 p.m. Boys MSHSL Varsity race
1:20 p.m. Girls MSHSL Varsity race
1:50 p.m. Awards Program
White Bear Athletes:
Early Release:
WBLAHS: 11:20 release, 11:45 departure
Central: 11:45 release, 12:00 departure
Mariner: 12:00 release, 12:15 departure
Alexandria Itinerary:
Friday Night:
2:30-3:30: Run the course
3:30: Room Check-In
5:00: pictures on the dock (optional)
5:50: Dinner in Booster Club Cabin
7:00: change, “free time”
8:00-9:00: Escape Room with teams (mandatory and super fun!)
9:00: Team meeting in Coaches Room
10:00 Lights Out!
Saturday Morning:
8:00-9:00 (JV)Breakfast in Coaches Room
8:30-9:15 (Varsity) Breakfast in the Coaches Room
10:00: Camp Set Up
11:10: JV Warm Up
12:10: JV Race
12:20: Varsity Warm Up
1:20: Varsity Race
1:50: Awards (We will stay if anyone on the team is receiving an award)
2:30 Bus will leave if no one gets an award
4:30/5:00: Return to WBLAHS
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants. This is a rainy meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!!
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course is grassy and hilly. Racing in spikes is recommended.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Overnight Bag: Make sure you pack all things you'll need for an overnight! Toiletries, PJs, and a nice outfit for dinner and team photos!
Additional Notes:
Hotel Accommodations: Arrowwood Resort: Arrangements for Arrowwood (has an indoor water park) can be made directly to (320) 762–1124. Other hotel and motel accommodations can be found at the Alexandria Hotel & Hospitality website: www.ExploreAlex.com
Spectator Parking and Shuttle Busses: Spectator parking and shuttle bus pick up will be at the Runestone Community Center located at 802 3rd Ave W. Alexandria, MN 56308. THERE WILL BE NO SPECTATOR PARKING AT ARROWWOOD. All spectators will have to ride the shuttle buses unless they have a room reserved at Arrowwood. Shuttle buses will run from 8:30AM-3:00PM.
Results: Live results will be posted during the meet and can be found here: http://live.herostiming.com/
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: October 20th, 2026
Location: Tanner's Brook Golf Course (5810 190th St N, Forest Lake, MN 55025)
Meet Agenda:
Varsity Awards to follow JV Awards
White Bear Athletes:
Early Release:
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants. This is a chilly meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!! Hats, gloves, and hand warmers are necessary!
Athletes need uniforms to follow the MSHSL Uniform Guidelines. If athletes are not in compliance with the guidelines, they may be disqualified from the race per the official's decision.
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: this course is grassy and flat. Racing spikes or running shoes will be good for this race.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: October 18th, 2025
Location: North Campus Track
Meet Agenda:
7 pm: Middle School Girls Mile
7:15 pm: Paul Meuwissen Middle School Boys Mile
7:30 pm: Sue Wirl JV Girls Mile
7:45 pm: Dave Percival JV Boys Mile
8:00 pm: Patti Percival Varsity Mile
8:15 pm Don Glover Varsity Mile
White Bear Athletes:
5:30 Athletes arrive at North Campus Track
6:00 Middle School Athletes warm up (Varsity Athletes will lead them) Middle School Races at 7pm
6:30 JV Athletes Warm up (JV races at 7:30)
7:00 Varsity Athletes Warm Up (Varsity races at 8:00)
All Athletes need to cool down after their races with their group! (10-15 minutes)
Events to Follow:
The Heinsohn's will be hosting the team after Mile Under the Lights for Pizza and movies! Come for some or all of it if you can! All athletes are welcome.
Packing List:
Uniform: This is a chilly meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!! Hats, gloves, and hand warmers are necessary! Dress up theme: Neon!
Tie Blankets or something else to keep you warm!
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: Running on the track, just bring your running shoes :)
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Date: October 28th, 2026
Location: Highland National Nine Hole Golf Course (1797 Edgcumbe Rd, St Paul, MN 55116)
Meet Agenda:
AAA Races:
2:40 pm Boys Varsity
3:30 pm Girls Varsity
4:30 Awards
White Bear Athletes:
Early Release:
1:00 pm bus departure from WBLAHS
1:30 pm arrive at Highland 9 Golf Course
2:20 pm Warm up
3:30 pm Girls Varsity Race
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be uniform for everyone, warm up jacket, and pants. This is a chilly meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!! Hats, gloves, and hand warmers are necessary!
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: This course is grassy and hilly. Racing spikes are necessary.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Parking: Spectator parking is available at the municipal pool lot and street parking along Montreal between West 7th St, and Snelling Ave.
Live Results will be posted on https://www.wayzataresults.com/landing/index
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course. No bikes, soccer balls, frisbees, or other objects are allowed at this meet.
The top 6 individual athletes not on the two champion teams will qualify for State as individuals.
MSHSL Prohibits the use of electronic devices anywhere in the competition area for athletes. No phone, iPods, etc. All watches are legal.
No mechanical sounding devices (cow bells) are allowed to anyone other than meet managers.
Course Map: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1PAvPnNFZdDnMj5UU6DBHo3U7-XtEo-6_btTFxCf88Ek/edit?usp=sharing
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: October 23rd, 2025
Location: Anoka High School ( 3939 N 7th Ave, Anoka, MN 55303
Meet Agenda:
4:20 pm Boys JV Championship
4:50 pm Girls JV Championship
White Bear Athletes:
Early Release:
WBLAHS: Release: 1:35, Depart: 1:50
Central: Release: 1:50, Depart: 2:05
Mariner: Release: 2:05, Depart: 2:20
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants. This is a chilly meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!! Hats, gloves, and hand warmers are necessary!
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: This course is grassy with some hills. Racing spikes or running shoes will be good to race in.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Parking: Spectator parking is available at the High School parking lot.
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course. No bikes, soccer balls, frisbees, or other objects are allowed at this meet.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver
Date: November 1st, 2025
Location: Les Bolstad Golf Course (2275 Larpenteur Ave W, St Paul, MN 55113)
Meet Agenda:
▪ Class A Boys: 10:00 a.m.
▪ Class A Girls: 10:45 a.m.
▪ Class AA Boys: 12:15 p.m.
▪ Class AA Girls: 1:00 p.m.
▪ Class AAA Boys: 2:30 p.m.
▪ Class AAA Girls: 3:15 p.m
White Bear Athletes:
Early Release on Friday, October 31st:
WBLAHS: 12:00 release, 12:30 depart
Central and Mariner will be excused at 11:50 in order to get to the High School in time for the State Send Off! Parents will need to coordinate rides to get them over.
Bus on Saturday, November 1st:
12:15 pm: Athletes arrive at North to help load the bus and make sure they have their equipment.
12:30 pm: Bus departs from North Campus- we will leave even if you are not there.
1:00 pm: Arrival- set up camp- Uniform Verification
2:10 pm: Start your warm up - 15 min jog, leg swings, dynamics, Strides (short 10/15 seconds), 2 run outs 5 minutes to race time (run outs: 1 minute at 5k)
On the line 30 minutes to race time
3:15 pm: Race
Packing List:
Uniform: Must have your orange singlet, racing bottoms must be black, warm up jacket, and pants. This is a chilly meet! Bring MULTIPLE LAYERS!! Hats, gloves, and hand warmers are necessary!
Extra socks for after the race
Racing shoes: This course is grassy and hilly. Racing spikes are necessary.
Water and Electrolytes: make sure to hydrate before and after you race! Drinking enough water the three days before is the best way to be hydrated during your race.
Additional Notes:
Entry Fee: Purchase Tickets Online at: www.mshsl.org/tickets Day Adult Price: $13.00 (price includes ticket, taxes, and fees), Day Student Price: $8.00 (price includes ticket, taxes, and fees)
Ticket Gates Open: One hour prior to the first race
Apparel: Apparel for sale onsite and available online: http://mshsl.signatureconcepts.shop/
Spectator Parking: Free of charge and will be available on race day at the MN State Fair Lot “Buffalo Lot” at 1641 Underwood Street, this lot can only be accessed from Larpenteur Avenue or Hoyt Avenue.
Spectators should plan to arrive at the shuttle parking lot at least 60 minutes prior to the start of the race(s) they wish to see.
Shuttle service to and from the golf course and the parking lot will be provided from 8:45 am to 4:30 pm on race day. The shuttle pickup and drop off points will be posted with large “Shuttle Stop” signs.
Spectator Parking is NOT ALLOWED on site at the golf course and there is limited street parking near the venue. Security will be at each entry point of campus and will only admit buses and team vans with official parking passes, and vehicles with a current disability permit or license plates.
Streaming Information: Streaming available through Neighborhood Sports Network (formerly known as Prep Spotlight/School Space) at: https://nspn.tv/MSHSL ▪ $10.00 monthly subscription ▪ $30.00 annual subscription ▪ Full coverage from 4 different locations on the course.
Spectator Race day Information: https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2024-10/2024-cross-country-spectator-guide_0.pdf
Course Map: https://www.mshsl.org/sites/default/files/2024-10/2024-cross-country-course-map.pdf
Results: Unofficial results will be posted on the Awards Stand board, available as soon as they are tallied and recorded. Official results will be produced and available in Driving Range Building. You will also be able to obtain official results at wyzataresults.com
Parents please do not bring dogs, this is not a dog-friendly course.
If you would like to bring your athlete home with you after, you need to email me and let me know they are going with you. If you are having another parent bring them home, you need to fill out the transportation waiver. You can find that here: https://activities.isd624.org/transportation-waiver