The Bear Run 5K Run/Walk 2024

Short review

TIME SCHEDULE FOR DAY OF RACE
The First Wave of  runners will begin promptly at 9 am and is a competitive wave pace of 7:00 minute/mile pace or faster.  All subsequent waves will be spaced 5 minutes apart.

Virtual race option is also available for those unable to join us on race day.

PARKING
Parking will be available at Lake Wilderness Park

CHIP TIMING
Chip timing will be provided by Tortoise and Hare Timing. Disposable chips will be placed on back of bib numbers. 

AWARDS 
Awards for both males and females will be given in the following age groups for in person race only:
Age Group Awards will be given based on Chip Time.

12 & under                   
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 & better

1st place in each age division wins the coveted Bear Run Bear! 

2nd-3rd place in each age division receive event ribbons.  

Special awards for top 3 overall men and women will be based on chip time, in person only.

RACE RESULTS
Official race results will be posted online following the event.  These will be based on chip time (crossing start line to crossing finish line).

STROLLERS, DOGS & WATER
We encourage the use of jogging strollers along the trails of this family-friendly 5K!  Out of consideration for other participants, dogs will not be allowed on the course (with the exception of service dogs). While there will not be water stations along the course, we do offer water at the end of the race.

GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUNITY 
Proceeds from the Bear Run will benefit Tahoma High School distance running programs administered by the Tahoma Cross Country Running Club.  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, multiple scholarships awarded each year, and travel expenses beyond that available from the school district budget.  These kids work hard and run hard all year while maintaining exceptional grade point averages.  They deserve our support!
 
                                                                FOR FURTHER INFORMATION
                                                         email Jeff Brady at tahomaxcrc@gmail.com