The Superhero Run & Walk

🦸‍♂️ EVERYDAY HEROES NEEDED! SUPERHERO RUN & WALK

Where: Independence Oaks County Park, 9501 Sashabaw Road, at the Twin Chimney's
When: October 4, 2025
Time: 9:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
CHECK-IN: SWAG BAG PICK-UP AND DAY OF REGISTRATIONS BEGIN AT 8:30 a.m on the day of the event.

🎉 FAMILY FUN & SAFETY IN ONE!

• Hey there! As runs go, this is the undisputed daddy of fun for the serious runner or for those who just want to support the cause! What's your super power? Represent!
• Costumes: Superhero or first responder costumes and/or t-shirts encouraged!! It's a total blast for families!
• Trail Run: We are excited to announce that we have merged our event with the awesome Crooked Loops Trail Run!
• Awards: The top male and female finishers for each race and the top 3 in age groups will receive awards!

🏃‍♀️ RACE DETAILS

• Race Start: All races begin at 9:30.
• 2.5 Mile Race: Makes a single circuit around Crooked Lake, with rolling hills. (Follow Loop 1 yellow arrows.)
• 5.5 Mile Race: Continues a second time around the lake and branches off onto Rock Ridge Trail.
• 8.5 Mile Race: Includes a third lap, continuing onto Spring Lake Trail. This one is not for the faint of heart!

🎊 HONORING OUR HEROES

• First Responders: We also take time to honor our local first responders who will be attending for all they do in our communities.
• Local Superheroes: Bring your kids so they can meet our LOCAL SUPERHEROES! The Michigan State Police and the Oakland County Sheriffs.
• Mission: We are on a mission to provide educational material that will help keep children safe online and prevent child human trafficking.
• After Party: We will have a great after-party celebration and food.

🏆 SPONSORS AND DONATIONS

• Partnership: We love to build partnerships with local businesses. If you or someone you know would like to be sponsors, please contact us.
• Sponsorship Levels: We have a variety of sponsorship levels available, and sponsors will be mentioned on social media and displayed on race day materials.
• Social Reach: We reach approximately 15,000 people on social media during our peak season.
• Contact: For more information, please contact us.

📅 REGISTER TODAY!

EDUCATE • EMPOWER • IMPACT

Will you answer a child's call for help?

Regular rate: $35
Children ages 6-12: $15
Children 5 and under: FREE!

REFERRALS: If 3 people you refer to the event register to participate, YOU GET $15 OFF YOUR REGISTRATION.

RAFFLE 2 RESCUE: We will hold a raffle to help raise funds for our cause. Raffle Tickets are $1 each, 6 for $5, and 12 for $10.

💡 ABOUT OUR CAUSE

• Human Trafficking: Did you know that human trafficking is extremely profitable, generating an estimated $150 billion in yearly profits? Source: unicefusa.org
• Child Pornography: It is one of the fastest growing crimes in the U.S. with a significant increase in arrests over the last decade.
• Child Predators: At any given time, there are an estimated 750,000 child predators online.
• Community Impact: We believe we can create a wave that moves across our state as a Community United to protect children and families.

🌐 STAY CONNECTED

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Facebook Event link: Event Link
Instagram: Everyday Heroes Needed Instagram

All proceeds are donated to DMI, a non-profit 501c3 organization.