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Saturday, November 7th, 2026
409 E. Cedar Rock Street, Pickens SC
5K
46–64°F · some rain risk
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About this race
Stronger Together for a Safer Tomorrow
The Hope in the Foothills 5K Walk/Run and Awareness Day raises awareness about fentanyl through prevention, education and hope. Walk or run the 5K, then spend time with the local resource groups who will be on site with educational resources, giveaways and free Narcan.
Event Day Details
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Start time: 8:00 AM
- Location: Doodle Park, Doodle Trail, Pickens, SC 29671
- Event: 5K Walk/Run. Walkers and runners are both welcome.
- Start and finish in the same area at Doodle Park
- Restrooms available at the Doodle Trail
Course
The 5K is run and walked on the road, starting and finishing in the same area at Doodle Park. Police officers will be along the route helping direct participants and traffic.
Parking
Parking at the Doodle Trail is limited. Please plan to arrive early and carpool if you can.
Awareness Day Resource Groups
Resource groups will be on site throughout the event, including Foothills Fentanyl Fight, Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County, FAVOR, SAFELINE, the Phoenix Center and others. Stop by to learn, find support, get involved and make a difference. Educational resources and free Narcan will be available on site, along with giveaways.
What's Included
- A road 5K for walkers and runners, with police support along the route
- Local resource groups on site
- Educational resources and free Narcan
- Giveaways throughout the event
- Event t-shirt: the Hope in the Foothills Purple Ribbon Run shirt is available for purchase in advance. Add one when you register, or purchase a shirt on its own to show your support. Quantities are limited.
About the Organizer
Hope in the Foothills is organized by Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County, a 501(c)(3) public charity (EIN 57-0566715). Behavioral Health Services of Pickens County strives to provide effective and efficient substance use and behavioral health prevention, intervention and treatment services.
Website: bhspickens.com
Facebook: facebook.com/bhspickenssc
Phone: (864) 898-5800
Still to be confirmed: check-in and shirt pickup time and location, the course map, and additional parking locations.
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