Thanksgiving Day!
11/23/23
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Hoodoo Ski and Recreation supports our cause to help children in need! We hope you enjoy their generosity on the slopes this year with the use of a free lift ticket! Read more about our beneficiaries below.
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5K & 10K
Registration opens August 31, 2023
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DATE:
Thursday November 23, 2023 LOCATION: Start & Finish at Sam Johnson Park 333 SW 15th St Redmond, OR 97756 SCHEDULE: 8:00am - 9:00am Check-in & Day-of registration 9:00am - The Brace Place 1K Kids race (FREE ages 10 and under) 9:15am - 5K & 10K, run will start in waves a few minutes apart REGISTRATION: Aug 31, 2023 through November 21, 2023 @11:59pm 5K $30 (add $5 on event day) 10K $35 (add $5 on event day) EVENT DAY REGISTRATION: Registration will be available in-person on the morning of the event from 8:00-9:00am. Cost will increase by $5 and there is no guarantee of T-shirt. T-SHIRTS: Shirts guaranteed for registrations by Nov 12th. After Nov 12th shirts only available while supplies last. Quantities on registration site are up to date. If a shirt size is sold out it will not be available. |
Register by Nov 12th to
guarantee a T-shirt Registration includes race entry, a Hoodoo Ski Lift ticket, and T-shirt! 
COURSE:
5K and 10K will start together and go North in a loop route through the canyon. 10K will travel further North in the canyon. Both routes are a combination of pavement and dirt. |
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SWEATSHIRTS:
New this year! Sweatshirts will be available to order during the registration process. Must be ordered by Nov 12th. This is an add-on and not included with registration. |
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1K Kids Race
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The Brace Place 1K Kids RaceFREE! Ages 10 and under, start at 9:00am Includes bib and swag from The Brace Place! Have fun running with the turkeys and trying to beat them across the finish line! Local teenagers from the High School XC teams will be dressed as turkeys and running the course with the kids. Course is a loop on grass and pavement in Sam Johnson park. Parents will be able to see the entire course from the Start line but are also welcome to run alongside the littlest runners. Note: The Free Kids run does not include a T-shirt or Hoodoo Lift Ticket - register online for the 5K or 10K to take advantage of this offer. There is an option to purchase a youth T-shirt for $10 when you register online for the kids run. |
Virtual Run
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Do you want to participate and support a good cause but prefer to run on your own time? Then the virtual run is for you! Register online and run on your own schedule, in your own community. We'll mail you an event T-shirt and bib! IMPORTANT: Hoodoo lift tickets are NOT included in the virtual event. If you want to take advantage of this offer register for the in-person event and join us on Thanksgiving Day!
Mailing dates: Thursday Nov 16th. Registration for the Virtual Run will close on Sunday Nov 12th. |
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NEED TO KNOW
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FUN RUN:
Come for a fun run with your family and friends. We hope you'll enjoy being outside with your friends and community while running either the 5K or 10K marked course. No official timing PACKET PICK-UP: You can pickup your bib#, T-shirt and Hoodoo ticket the morning of the race. Wear your shirt and bib for the race. Or if you prefer to store your shirt and Hoodoo ticket in your car, be sure to plan enough time to walk back to your car. Parking will be available in the Redmond High School parking lot. Very limited spots are available in the Sam Johnson parking lot. Race Day pick-up (T-shirt, bib, ski lift ticket): Thursday November 23, 2023 - Event Day 8:00am-9:00am PARKING: There is very limited parking in Sam Johnson park. Head straight to Redmond High School where there will be plenty of parking. From the High School use the crosswalk located in the NE corner of the lot. Cross 19th street going East, continue down the paved path for a short walk into Sam Johnson park. |
WATER STATIONS:
There will be two water stations located on the course as well as bottled water at the finish line. Stations are supported by local youth. This year it will be the Redmond Community Nordic Ski Team and the RPA Robotics team! PORTABLE TOILETS: Toilets will be available at the start/finish and along the course. DOGS: Due to our permits this is not a dog friendly event, with the exception of Service dogs. IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
Strollers are welcome. Please be aware the course will cover pavement and dirt paths. We recommend jogging strollers with large tires. Both runners and walkers are welcome! It is the participant's responsibility to make sure they do not impair their ability to hear, see, sense, and detect present or potential hazards and dangers. |
A note about health & safety: We will follow the recommended health guidelines at the time of the event. Since guidelines often change please check back for specifics as the event draws closer.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
-- With their help we are able to make this event a success --
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BENEFICIARIES:
All proceeds are donated to our beneficiaries as well as the local youth programs who offer course support at the event.
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Bright Eyes Bright Future provides eye care to under-served youth and their families.
When a child feels empowered they can confidently travel a path towards opportunity, success and a bright future. Help us change lives, one child at a time! Donations support mobile equipment and glasses. |
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FAN's mission is to offer assistance, possibility and hope to Central Oregon families in need by connecting them with crucial resources that will help children flourish in school and in life. FAN is unique to Central Oregon, located in nearly all public schools across Deschutes, Crook, and Jefferson counties.
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AID STATION SUPPORT
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Aid stations on the course will be supported by the Redmond Community Nordic Ski team and the RPA Robotics team.
Give a smile or a high five as you pass by! |
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