Maple Valley Bear Run & Walk 5K

🏃‍♂️ SCHEDULE FOR RACE DAY, 6/27/2026

• Time: 7:30am - 8:30am - Packet pick up and day-of registration*
• Start: 9:00am - 5K race starts
• Awards: 10:00am - Awards
• Note: Day-of registration (until 8:30am) using your personal mobile device, then come pick up your bib from us! No on-site payments will be accepted.

🏁 RACE COURSE

• Certification: USATF Certified Course!
• Map: 5K Run/Walk Race Course map

🅿️ PARKING

• Location: Parking will be available at Lake Wilderness Park. We highly encourage carpooling with others.
• Arrival: Arrive early so you have enough time before race start!
• Details: Please see attached map for specifics.
• Map: Parking and Race Day Map

📦 PRE-RACE PACKET PICK UP

• Location: Pre-race packet pick up will be offered at Road Runner Sports in Kent Thursday, June 25, 2026 from 4-7pm.
• Benefits: Come and get your race bib and t-shirt* before the race.
• Rewards: Join the VIP Family and get $10 in Rewards Cash to use on your purchase that day.
• Note: T-shirts only guaranteed for those who register by May 31st.

⏱️ CHIP TIMING

• Provider: Chip timing will be provided by Tortoise and Hare Timing.
• Method: Disposable chips will be placed on back of bib numbers.

🏆 AWARDS

• Categories: Awards for both males and females will be given in the following age groups for in person race only.
• Age Groups: 0-5, 6-9, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80-84, 85-89, 90-94, 95-100, 100+
• Prizes: 1st place in each age division wins the coveted Bear Run Bear!
• Recognition: 2nd-3rd place in each age division receive Bear Run Bells. Special awards for top 3 overall men and women will be based on gun time.

📊 RACE RESULTS

• Posting: Official race results will be posted on our website and online at Tortoise & Hare Timing.
• Timing: Results will be based on chip time (crossing start line to crossing finish line).

🍼 STROLLERS, DOGS & WATER

• Strollers: We encourage the use of jogging strollers along the trails of this family-friendly 5K!
• Dogs: Out of consideration for other participants, dogs will not be allowed on the course (with the exception of service dogs).
• Water: We do offer water at the end of the race.

🤝 GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY

• Benefit: Proceeds from the Bear Run will benefit Tahoma High School distance running programs administered by the Tahoma Cross Country Running Club.
• Support: The funds fill a wide range of needs for our large team of athletes including support for athletes and families who need help with team participation and summer camp fees.
• Scholarships: Multiple scholarships awarded each year, and travel expenses beyond that available from the school district budget.
• Commitment: These kids work hard and run hard all year while maintaining exceptional grade point averages. They deserve our support!

📧 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

• Contact: Send email to Katie Leh at mvbearrunwalk@gmail.com

🌐 MORE INFO

• Website: For more details, visit the race page: Maple Valley Bear Run & Walk 5K.