2024

Lakewood Half Marathon

5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk

RACE DATE: Saturday, September 7th, 2024

Start Time for the Half & 5K: 8AM

Kids Run will start at ~8:45AM

Location: Fort Steilacoom Park

Lakewood, Washington

HALF MARATHON

• The Half Marathon winds its way inside scenic Fort Steilacoom Park - plenty of tree-shaded areas along the course and impressive support from the local community.
• The course includes a Waughop Lake loop and the multi-purpose trail system.

5K RUN/WALK – Including Pets and Strollers

• Race starts inside the scenic Fort Steilacoom Park.
• The 5K is completely inside Fort Steilacoom Park.
• The 5K is a considerably flat and fast courses.
• The course follows the best part of Fort Steilacoom Park, running along the beautiful shores of Waughop Lake.
• Segments of the run will use the charming multi-use trail system. 

KIDS FUN RUN/WALK

• We always like to include the kids on race day!
• All participants – ages 10 and under - run for fun!
• Each child will receive a great looking Medal, desirable for children.
• Parents, pets, family, and friends are welcome and encouraged to complete this fun race/walk alongside the kids.
• Have fun with the whole family!

AID STATIONS

• Water and Gatorade will be available at the aid stations set up throughout the course.

FINISH AREA

• All athletes will finish through the big Just TRI Finish arch and receive the coveted Just TRI Finisher Medal, T-Shirt, and swag.
• Children 10 and under will also receive a Medal after completing the Kids Run.
• The Kids Run does not include a T-Shirt.
• The Kids Run is a non-competitive event just for fun with an opportunity to reward their efforts with a medal.
• Parents are welcome to join in the fun run.

RACE DAY

• Please be sure to review the course! The Staff will know the course, but it is up to the athlete to know all the course details! Make this your personal best by staying on course!
• Athlete Day of Race Check-in will start at 6:30AM near the start line, at FORT STEILACOOM PARK!
• Day of the race check in gets crazy! We try to streamline this process as much as possible. Bib numbers for people wanting to register on the day of the race will be preassigned in our system. No additional swag will be handed out at this time – just the shirt and number.
• Course maps will be posted at packet pick up and at the park on race day.
• The Kids 1 mile will start at approximately 8:45, which will allow 5K participants to finish their race and be able to watch (or participate in) the Kids Run. The Kids Run is meant to be simple and just for fun. They will receive a bib number, and all finishers get a medal. There will be no finisher time for the Kids Run– the race is intended to be non-competitive. 
• The use of personal music devices is strongly discouraged at this race. To enjoy all that our race has to offer and for the safety of all participants, Just TRI encourages a headphone-free environment during the running of the event.
• Just TRI events are for the most part cup less, as we TRI to be Earth friendly, but additionally due to health safety standards. We will have some cups for those who do not have refillable bottles. Please bring your own container that can be refilled at our aid stations.
• Results will be emailed after the race.
  

AWARDS

• Awards will be presented to first three male and female Half Marathoners and 5K.
• Award ribbons will be presented to the top three age group winners
• Age Groups: Under 20, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 & 60+.

VOLUNTEERS

• We need your support! This is easy money!
• Bring 10 volunteers out and Just TRI will make a $100.00 donation to your non-profit organization. There is no easier way to earn money for your group!!
• We do this for all our events and people LOVE IT!
• Want another way to make money for your non-profit…Contact the Race Director.

SIGN UP A FRIEND!

• We want to make this race bigger and better!

1. Sign up a friend and get an Insulated Polar 20oz water bottle and a pocket-size Body Glide. The perfect set up for a Half Marathon, 5K run or walk!
2. Have your friends, running partners, co-workers, sons, daughters…all your family members register at: RunLakewood.com
3. Email the Just TRI Pro Staff the message: "My friend...NAME...Just Registered" to: JustTRIswimbikerun@gmail.com
4. You will receive your water bottle and body glide items at the race!!!
5. Limited to first 20 participants!

PACKET PICK UP

• Look for additional Details coming soon!
• YOU GET EXTRA SWAG WHEN YOU COME TO PACKET PICK UP AS OPPOSED TO RACE DAY!
• Location of pick up announced in the future.

CANCELLATION POLICY

• There are no refunds for this race. We certainly understand injuries occur and life happens. Therefore, you will be able to transfer your registration to another Just TRI Running event.
• Please Email the Race Director for this option at: JustTriDragon@gmail.com

Event Website: RunLakewood.com

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Event details and schedule

 2024 Half Marathon

5K & Kids Fun Run/Walk

RACE DATE: Saturday, September 7th, 2024

Start Time for the Half & 5K: 8AM

Kids Run will start at ~8:45AM

Location: Fort Steilacoom Park 

Lakewood, Washington

LIKE US ON FACEBOOK AND LOOK FOR OUR UPDATES

https://www.facebook.com/JustTRIswimbikerun/

BELIEVE!

Check out our website at:

www.RUNLAKEWOOD.com