Events
5K Run/Walk - Adults
5K Run/Walk - Students (18 under)
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Event Description
1:00 pm. Communities In Schools Appalachian Highlands presents the 1st Annual Brighter Paths Trail 5K. This event is also presented by Greendale and Valley Institute Elementary Schools and their school running programs. Starting from the Mendota Community Center and running on the Mendota Trail, this will be the most beautiful run in the area with breathtaking sights of the North Fork of the Holston River. Proceeds will be divided equally between the Mendota Kids Club and St. Jude.
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Event Location
Mendota Community Center
2562 Mendota Rd.
Mendota, VA 24270 US
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$0
Raised of $500
Packet Pickup/Late Registration
Mendota Community Center, 2562 Mendota Rd. Mendota, VA
- Saturday, 11/21/26, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm.
- Please arrive early to avoid the late rush.
5K Course Map
Race Participation & Protocal
Race Protocal
- All participants must be registered and wear their official race bib at all times during the event.
- Runners must follow the designated course route. Shortcuts or off-course running may result in disqualification.
- The race is open to runners, walkers, and wheelchair athletes. No bicycles, skateboards, or rollerblades permitted.
- Baby strollers are permitted in the back of the starting pack of runners. Please be courteous and aware of other runners/walkers
- Well-behaved, socialized, and leashed dogs are permitted.
- Headphones are permitted, but please be alert of traffic patterns and course direction at all times - especially at major intersections!
Timing & Results
- The race will be timed by We Run Events.
- The race will use B-tags attached to the back of your bib number. Ensure your bib and tag is securely attached to the outside of your clothing.
- Results will be available post-race at We Run Events kiosks or by scanning the appropriate RESULTS QR CODE onsite.
