Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)

🎄 Race Overview

• Date: December 19, 2026
• Location: 600 Harpersville Road, Newport News, VA
• Course: A thrilling two-loop course through campus and the woods behind Peninsula Catholic High School, adorned with Christmas lights.
• Charity Contribution: 100% of registration profits (after costs) will be donated to charity.

🎁 Charity Challenge

• Grand Prize: Teams will compete for the right to choose which charity will receive 50% of the race registration profits.
• St. Jude Children's Research Hospital: The other 50% of race profits (and donations) will be donated directly.
• Open Participation: You don't have to be on a team to race, walk, or donate.
• Community Focus: Participants of every skill level are encouraged to join and build community.

👥 Hosted by PCYT

• Mission: PCYT aims to teach teenagers that community service and acts of kindness can be fun.
• Examples of Service: Past activities include beach clean-ups, packing lunches for the homeless, and donating a car to refugees.
• YouTube Channel: Check out their good work here.

🗺️ Course Map and Team Registration

• Course Map: Click here for a course map.
• Team Information: An up-to-date list of teams and the charities they’ll be championing is available.
• Team Formation: Interested in forming a team of five to seven runners? Contact mpilola@peninsulacatholic.org.

🌟 Join Us!

• Registration Link: Register for the race at Lost in the Woods 5k.
• Impact: Be part of a fun event that not only promotes health but also supports a great cause!