WAVES FOR THE BRAVE 5K Trail Run & Hike

14644 Lake Poway Rd
Poway, CA 92064

Running > 5k

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Event Description

Wave Academy is hosting WAVES FOR THE BRAVE 5K Trail Run & Hike. This event honors veterans who are bravely overcoming the challenges of post-traumatic stress and promotes mental health therapy in our community. More than 20 percent of all veterans in San Diego are dealing with post traumatic stress, totaling about 11,000 men and women. 

The timed 3.1 mile route follows a well-maintained dirt trail that loops around the lake with beautiful views. The event begins and ends in the grassy, shady park next to the lake. The 5K route goes clock-wise around the lake. Water is available at the start/finish and at 2 miles. 

PRE-REGISTRATION: $42 for adults; $32 for military, veterans and youth. Pre-registration ends at midnight on May 24. 

DAY-OF REGISTRATION: $50 for adults; $40 for military, veterans and youth. 

Register as an individual, veteran, youth, team captain or team member.

Sponsor the event and be recognized for supporting veterans and mental health in our community. 

 

RAISE FOR THE BRAVE

You can make a difference by raising funds that support healing through water for veterans. Get your team to raise funds together, or fundraise as an individual. Prizes will be given to the top fundraising individual and fundraising team.

BENEFICIARY

Proceeds support Wave Academy’s program of warm water therapy sessions for qualifying veterans. 

THANK YOU FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE

Thank you for enhancing the quality of life for San Diego’s veterans, supporting mental health, and our community!

Event details and schedule

TIMELINE

6:30am – On-site registration and bib pick-up opens

7:00am – Parking lot at Poway High School opens with bus transportation to start (1 mile distance)

8:00am – Race starts for runners, hikers follow

9:00am – Awards & Recognition

TRANSPORTATION & PARKING

Park at Lake Poway: Poway residents and active-duty military (with ID) are free. Non-residents pay $10.

Park at Poway High School: Free parking is available at Poway High School. It is 1.25 miles from the school to the start of the race. Bus transportation starts at 7am and will loop every 10-15 minutes.

AWARDS 

Awards will be given in these categories: 

  • Top three overall female and male finishers (1st, 2nd 3rd)
  • Top three overall veteran female and male finishers (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
  • Top three youth (0-17) female and male finishers (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
  • Top fundraising individual and top fundraising team

SWAG

  • All participants will receive soft, cotton t-shirts and custom finisher medals.
  • Enjoy post-finish refreshments and snacks
  • Visit booths and tables with resources for a healthy community 

 


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