Mountaineer 5K

What is the Mountaineer 5K?

• Event Type: The Mountaineer 5k is a 5-kilometer race organized by the Summit Academy Parent Teacher Organization.
• Participants: We welcome runners, walkers, and strollers, but no pets allowed.
• Beneficiary: The race benefits Summit Academy Mountaineers and promotes health and fitness awareness.
• Wellness Journey: This event is a great opportunity to start or continue your wellness journey!

Registration Cost:

• Registration Deadline: To be guaranteed a shirt and medal, please register by February 28th.
• Finishers Medal: An awesome finishers medal will be provided.
• Cooling Merchandise: Participants will receive a cool t-shirt.
• Awards: Overall and Age Group Awards custom made by students in the Dobson High School Ceramics Department.

Age Group Awards:

• Categories: Awards for age groups including 6 and under, 15-17, 18-24, 25-29, and many more.
• Age Groups: Age group awards will be given for all ages from 6 and under to 75 and Up.
• Post-Race: Enjoy food and drinks at our finish line festival.
• Timing: The race will be chip timed with real-time results.

The Course:

• Starting Point: We will start at the Summit Academy Junior High Track.
• Route: Run one loop around the track then onto the canal.
• Course Layout: The majority of the race will be on the canal.
• Finish Line: Participants will finish at the Junior High Track.

Packet Pick Up:

• Option 1: Friday 3/19 from 2:30pm-5pm in front of Summit Academy Junior High.
• Option 2: Packet pick-up on race morning 3/20 starting at 6:30am.

Race Day Information:

• Equipment Restrictions: No roller blades, skateboards, or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
• Weather Policy: We run rain or shine: there are no refunds or transfers due to weather.
• Start Time: The race will start promptly at 8am.
• Parking: Park in the Desert Oasis parking lot, Summit Academy parking lot, or on the street where parking is permitted.

Sponsors:

• Thank You: We would like to thank our amazing and generous sponsors for contributing to our Summit Academy Students.

For more information and to register, visit Mountaineer 5K Registration.