Events
The Bertman 10K
The Bertman 5k
Place
Folsom, CA US 95630
Description
Join us for a Fun Run (5k, 10k or virtual run/walk) to raise crucial funds for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) NOW CALLED Blood Cancer United in Honor of Bert Vicchio (Bertman)- race director's (Lianne Vicchio) dad. The fight to terminate blood cancer is ongoing and funds raised from the race will be donated to LLS(Now Blood Cancer United).
Where: Historic Folsom Station North Park and Ride (diagonal from Practical Cycle on Leidnesdorff and Folsom Blvd, at the end of the light rail station and the parking garage)
When: Saturday January 17th, 2026 8:00am
Course Description: This is an out and back course on the American River Trail starting at the park and ride lot. THIS COURSE IS open and available to other river parkway users. PLEASE always stay to the left as walkers/runners on the bike trail. The aid station will be at the 10k turn around and no aid station for the 5k course. There is NO official BATHROOM at race start, please plan accordingly. There are bathrooms on course/on the bike trail.
Packet/Bib Pick-up is DAY OF ONLY. Starting at 6:55am, 1/17/26 at the Park and Ride lot. There are no official timing chips. Times will be logged manually. We hope in future years as this fundraiser grows, we will be able to add official timing to this race.
Goodie bags, bibs, and morning treats will be ready for you at check-in. Medals will be awarded to all participants. Awards will be handed out for 1st place male and female in both the 5k and 10k. NO medals or awards will be mailed out if not collected on race day.
Racing with us Virtually? Register as normal and send us your pictures and tag us on Instagram @LLS_Bertmanrun
Race Contact Info
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