The 4th Annual Brain Health to BEAT STROKE 5k takes place August 11, 2018 at the beautiful McLeod Lake Park in Stockton, CA. Winners of all ages while fundraising to increase stroke awareness and better stroke outcomes.
The 4th Annual Brain Health to BEAT STROKE 5k takes place August 11, 2018 at the beautiful McLeod Lake Park in Stockton, CA. 795,000 strokes occur yearly in the United States and indexes higher in the Central Valley. In San Joaquin County, stroke is the 3rd leading cause of death and the #1 cause of long-term disability. Stroke once was perceived as an old person's disease, but is happening at a younger age at an alarming rate. Knowing the risk factors, the symptoms and newest treatments available can save a life. For over 11 years, Healings in Motion has been the leading agency advocating on behalf and educating the community-at-large about stroke and increasing the response to stroke symptoms. Stroke is treatable, but RESPONSE TIME is crucial to save the brain. With your participation, we can BEAT STROKE and save lives!
The Course: The 5K Run/Walk/Roll begins at the beautiful McLeod Lake Park in Stockton, CA, at Weber's Point. It is a flat accessible-friendly course for all group participation. The streets are blocked off and well marked.
Price Points:
Early: To December 31, 2017: $20.00
Pre: Jan 1, 2018- March 31, 2018: $25.00
Registration: April 1- July 28, 2018: $35.00 (end on on-line registration!)
Pre-Packet Pick-Up and Pre-Registration at Retail Site on August 10, 2018 $35.00
August Registration: $40.00
All Participants Receive - FREE Parking, custom event t-shirt, timing chip, swag bag, official race number, raffle prize entry, brain-freeze dessert, beverage, resources and a great time good time.
Early Packet Pickup - Friday, August 10, 2018; 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM. Stockton location to be confirmed closer to the event.
Bag Check - There will be a bag check area using your bib number and ID.
Waivers - Download on-line for pre-registration or the day of the event. All participants under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign the waiver.
Parking - Free Saturday parking locations conveniently surround the park
Spectators - Spectators are FREE and encouraged to root on their participants, especially those who are participating in the Champions Walk/Run! Bring the family, have a picnic and spend the afternoon at the lake. Have a very pleasant family/friend day!
Donations - The benefactor of this event is Healings in Motion, a 501(c)3 non-profit agency.
AWARDS AND PRIZES !!
Open Winners - 1st man and woman across the finish line, regardless of age
Masters Winners - 1st man and woman across the line 50+
Medals to the top three deep in each age division: 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 & 80+.
All Registered Kids (12 and below) get ribbons.
5K Run - Overall Male/Female medals go to the top three in each age division.
All registered participants in the Champions Walk/Roll receive "The Champion's Finisher's" Medal.
NO Refunds - Event goes on rain or shine. You can transfer your registration to another participant with proper ID
Overnight Stay - McLeod Lake Park sits adjacent to the beautiful University Waterfront Hotel. Don't bother with driving early. Have a good night's treat before the event. For early prices call Please call (209) 944-1140 or visit their site at http://universityplazawaterfronthotel.com
