RunIt 5K—White Lake Nutrition- COLOR RUN!

White Lake Nutrition is hosting the 2025 RunIt 5K, with proceeds benefiting the Ava VanderStelt Scholarship and mental health initiatives (more details to come!). 

We are excited to announce that this year’s 5K will once again be a COLOR RUN! With mental health at the forefront of our vision, we felt it was important to continue this race as a color run. Bringing color into our race symbolizes bringing hope for mental health, especially for students in our community.

Please note: If you do not want to participate in the color aspect of the run, we will have accommodations available on race day to ensure you do not get hit with color.

(Reminder for color run participants: Bring something to lay down in your car to protect the interior from the color powder!)

Race Details

The 3.1-mile course starts and ends at the White Lake Chamber Depot (124 W Hanson, Whitehall, MI) and follows the scenic Montague-Hart bike trail north, connecting the two towns that make up the White Lake Area—Montague and Whitehall!

Runners will enjoy a flat, picturesque course, perfect for first-time participants and those aiming for their best times. The race will feature:

✅ Five color-burst stations

✅ Chip timing

✅ Performance t-shirts

✅ medals

Race Day Welcome & FAQ

A Note from the White Lake Nutrition RunIt 5K Team:

We are so excited for this year’s 5K on Saturday, July 26th! Being able to work within the community we love, for a cause that is close to many of our hearts, has been an incredible experience.

The pain and grief felt over the loss of Ava VanderStelt, as well as others lost to the same cause, has been profound and real. However, we are grateful to stand alongside a family and community that rise together in support of this cause.

Mental health matters. We recognize the importance of raising awareness in our community and beyond. Thanks to the generosity of local businesses, community members, and each race participant, we have been able to fund vital mental health resources. We hope this year’s race continues to bring hope and support to our community.

Race proceeds will be directed to the Ava VanderStelt Scholarship 501(c)(3) and mental health initiatives for students. (More details to come.)

FAQS

What is the race course? The 3.1-mile course starts and ends at the White Lake Chamber of Commerce Depot (124 W Hanson, Whitehall, MI) and follows the beautiful Montague-Hart bike trail north, traveling between the two towns that make up the White Lake Area – Montague and Whitehall!

Where should I park? Parking is available down Hanson St. at Lions Park (down the road from Chamber), at and around Goodrich Park, and in the North Mears Parking Lot (for GPS purposes, search Mylan’s Waterfront Grille, 115 N Mears in Whitehall). Please do not park at Big John’s Pizza, Napa, or WaterDog Outfitters as they will be open for business that day and we want to be respectful to their employees and customers. Parking will not be available at the Chamber.

Where are the bathrooms located? There will be porta-johns outside of the Chamber Depot and a public restroom along the path near Montague Foods. There will not be restrooms available inside of the Chamber Depot.

How many aid stations will there be? We will have one outside of the Chamber Depot, as well as White Lake Fire Authority available throughout the course. Should a medical emergency arise during the race, please dial 911.

Are there any good areas for spectators? Spectators can be stationed at the Chamber Depot as the bike path is a public path that will not only have RunIt 5K participants on it but could also include community members who are using it. Also, consider Covell Park near the bridge where parking is available, and behind Trailway Campground and Montague Foods off Spring St. where public parking is available.

Where is the finish line? The finish line is exactly where you start at the Chamber Depot.

Will there be beverages and snacks post-race for participants? There will be free light snacks, water, and hydration drinks provided to our race participants.

Where should I pick up my packet? There will be two different pickup times:

—Early Bird Race Packet Pickup - Friday, July 25th from 12:00-5:00 pm @ White Lake Nutrition, 3311 E Colby St Suite E in Whitehall
—Race Day Pick Up - Saturday, July 26th from 7:30 am-8:30 am. @ White Lake Chamber of Commerce, 124 W Hanson St. in Whitehall

What is the itinerary for the day?
7:30 am—Race Day Registration
8:40 am—Race participants are invited to hear some words from Ava’s family and for community prayer.
8:50 am—GROUP COLOR TOSS!!  BRING YOUR COLOR PACKET FOUND IN SWAG BAG!!! YOU DONT WANT TO MISS THIS!
9:00 am Race participants will line up accordingly and our race emcee will start the race.
10:30 am (tentative)—Awards

Age groups:
Overall Female Winners
Overall Male Winners
Female 8 and under
Male 8 and under
Female 9 to 12
Male 9 to 12
Female 13 to 16
Male 13 to 16
Female 17 to 22,
Male 17 to 22
Female 23 to 30
Male 23 to 30
Female 31 to 40
Male 31 to 40
Female 41 to 50
Male 41 to 50
Female 51 to 60
Male 51 to 60
Female 61 to 70
Male 61 to 70
Over 71 Female
Over 71 Male

Proceeds go towards mental health related causes and our students!   Click on "Donate 4 Ava" at the top or bottom of this page for more information. 

**If you or someone you know is struggling emotionally or having a hard time, the Suicide Prevention Lifeline is available 24/7 by dialing 988. They are also available by chat any time at https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/chat/. 

Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race

runitwhitelake@gmail.com

White Lake Nutrition- 231-894-0455