The Syttende Mai Classic consists of a 20-mile run, 10-mile run, and 17-mile walk. The loop course starts and ends at Mandt Park, following the vibrant downtown, serene residential neighborhoods, and beautiful scenery through the Yahara River Trail and Viking Dog Park. The timing chips start with the opening shot, so don't be late!Top finishers in the male and female categories of the 20-Mile Run receive a wood trunk hand-painted in the Norwegian rosemaling style. 2nd and 3rd place overall finishers receive a large hand painted plate. 1st-place finishers in each category receive a large hand-painted plate. 2nd and 3rd-place finishers in each division receive a custom Syttende Mai Medal.