Creekside Trails Race 5k & Team 30k Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 2026

Description

Join us at Creekside Trails for a 5K trail run or a 30K team relay—an exciting, community-driven race hosted by local firefighters.

🌲 About the Event The Creekside Trail Race offers two unique ways to experience the trails at Creekside Trails:

🟢 5K Trail Run – perfect for beginners and casual runners 🔵 30K Team Relay – a fun and challenging group endurance event Hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 , this race combines fitness, teamwork, and community spirit in one of Northwest Indiana’s best trail systems.

🚒 Why This Event is Different Hosted by local firefighters Team-based 30K format (unique in the region) Beginner-friendly 5K option Professionally marked and supported course Strong community atmosphere

🗺️ RACE OPTIONS

🟢 5K Trail Run Distance: 5K (~3.1 miles) Format: Single loop Terrain: Smooth + moderately technical trail

Ideal for:

First time trail runners Walkers welcome Youth / community participants

🔵 30K Team Relay Total Distance: 30K (~18.6 miles) Format: 2-loop course divided among team members Team Size: 2–6 runners per team How it works: Each runner completes 1 loop (~9–10 miles) or splits legs Teams rotate at the start/finish exchange zone Flexible strategy (fast runners / equal splits / fun teams)

👉 Perfect for:

Running clubs Firefighter teams Corporate teams Friends looking for a challenge

🚰 AID STATIONS

30K Relay

Start / Finish Mid-loop Far-loop 5k

Water available at start/finish

All stations include:

Water Electrolytes Snacks (30K only)

⏱️ RACE DETAILS Start Time (30K Relay): CHECK IN: 0730 AM - 0900 AM / Race START TIME: 0915 AM

Start Time (5K): CHECK IN: 0800 AM - 0900 AM /Race START TIME: 0910 AM.

30K Cutoff: RACE END: 1400PM CUT OFF

📍 Location: Creekside Trails, Valparaiso, IN

💲 REGISTRATION PRICING

🟢 5K Early: $40 Regular: $45 Late: $50

🔵 30K Team Relay (per team) Early: $250 Regular: $300 Late: $350

⚠️ Limited to:

?? total participants ~?? relay teams

🎽 WHAT YOU GET

5K Participants

Chip timing By Tempo Timing

Finisher medal Post-race snacks Optional race shirts

30K Relay Teams

Chip timing Team results Fully stocked aid stations Post-race food Optional race shirts

❤️ COMMUNITY IMPACT This event is hosted by Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124 to:

Promote health and fitness Support community engagement Bring people together through outdoor recreation

⚠️ POLICIES No refunds (rain or shine) Event may be modified for safety Team substitutions allowed until [TBD date]

🤝 SPONSORSHIP Support a firefighter-hosted community event and connect with a highly engaged local audience.

👉 Sponsorship opportunities available: Email Race Contact ; nsanchez2674@outlook.com for more information.

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CREEKSIDE TRAIL RACE (5K & 30K TEAM RELAY) WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY

By registering for and participating in the Creekside Trail Race (the “Event”), I acknowledge and agree to the following:

ASSUMPTION OF RISK I understand that trail running involves inherent risks including uneven terrain, rocks, roots, mud, bridges, elevation changes, wildlife, weather conditions, and physical exertion that may result in injury, illness, disability, or death. I voluntarily assume all risks associated with participation. TEAM RELAY PARTICIPATION If participating in the 30K Team Relay, I understand I am responsible for completing my assigned portion of the course and that team exchanges occur at designated areas. PHYSICAL FITNESS I certify that I am physically fit and capable of participating in this Event and have not been advised otherwise by a medical professional. RELEASE OF LIABILITY To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release and hold harmless Valparaiso Firefighters Local 1124, event organizers, volunteers, sponsors, and landowners of Creekside Trails from any claims o