FAQ
You have questions, we have answers. If anything is not answered below please contact by using the contact form on the main race page.
Where do the proceeds go? Open Door Outreach Center, a 501c-3 tax-exempt nonprofit organization, proceeds from this event go towards Open Door’s food pantry program. Which provides food & care items on a monthly basis to qualified low income men, women, children and seniors struggling to make ends meet. Over 22,800 pounds of food which equals 19,000 meals are distributed to an average of 311 local families per month in our community.
Where do I park?
There is ample free parking at the race location, Oakland Community College – Highland Lakes Campus. 7550 Cooley Lake Road, Waterford, MI. 48327
Is there a Packet Pick Up? Packet pick up on race day begins at 7:30 am at the race start line
Can I pick up my family or friend’s Packet at Packet Pick Up?
Yes.
What are the T-shirt sizes?
Your entry fee includes a T-Shirt. Unisex Adult sizes available. Shirts are not guaranteed after September 8th. Register early to be guaranteed a t-shirt!
Are baby joggers and strollers allowed?
Yes. We do ask that you line up in the back at the start.
What is the course like? Please see the course map on the Race Info page
Are Dogs Allowed?
No. For the safety of the participants and the dogs we ask that you not bring your dog.
Can I wear headphones? Sure, there's nothing like some good tunes while you run. We just ask that you can still hear and are aware of your surroundings.
This is my first 5k run/walk, what should I expect? Congrats, we're excited to have you! We recommend going to early packet pickup (if offered) to receive your bib (race number) and t-shirt. Race day morning arrive to the race about 1 hour to park and get warmed up. Wear the bib (your race number) on the outermost layer on your torso, we provide safety pins to pin it to your shirt. Pin in all four corners so the number doesn't flap when you're running/walking. Pick up your packet the morning of the race, there will be plenty of time if you arrive 1 hour ahead of the race start time. Prior to the race the announcer will call everyone up to the start line. The speedy racers will line up at the front, everyone else files in behind them. If you are running with a stroller we ask that you line up at the back. The race will start and off you go! There are plenty of other participants and course support to guide you along the way. Refreshments will be available after the finish. We'll text you your results, and we'll also have a QR code for you to scan to pull up your results. Lastly and most importantly HAVE FUN! You'll love the energy from the race!
Are there refunds? This event will be held rain or shine, there are no refunds for this event. As you can image there is a lot of planning that goes into an event and t-shirts, awards, refreshments, etc. all have to be ordered ahead of time. If the race is cancelled for any reason we will be unable to offer refunds, or if your plans change and you already signed up we are unable to offer refunds.
