The inaugural Be the Light nighttime run/walk will hit the pavement this Saturday, August 30, at 8 p.m. Registration is now open online and will remain available until the start of the race. One hundred percent of the proceeds will benefit A Light of Hope, a Santa Clarita non-profit addiction support center dedicated to 14-26 year olds and their parents.

The 5K will kick off at sunset and follow the San Francisquito Creek Trail, ending with an awards ceremony at West Creek Park. The event is open to competitive runners, novices and walkers. All participants will receive a goody bag, and medals will be awarded to the top three male and female finishers. All participants are asked to bring a small flash light or headlamp to show their support for those battling addiction while safely navigating the paved trail.

The 5K run/walk will follow a loop along both sides of the San Francisquito Creek Trail, between Copper Hill Drive and Decoro Drive. The course starts where the trail adjoins West Creek Park, located at 24247 Village Circle. The route will head south along the trail, cross the Decoro Drive bridge, head north on the trail, and cross the Santa Clara River along Copper Hill Drive. Participants will then continue south along the San Francisquito Trail before ending with a dramatic nighttime finish at West Creek Park.

“The support for the race has been fantastic so far, with hundreds of participants signed up as well as great volunteers and community partners. We are confident this will be a first class event.” said race organizer Mark Montoya. “Whether you have been affected by addiction either personally or through family or friends, or just looking to come out and have a great time, this race is for everybody.”

Aside from participating in the race, community members can show their support for the ‘Be the Light’ 5K in other ways. Supporters can opt to sponsor a participant or donate directly through the ‘Be the Light 5K’ website.

“Addiction is a reality in our community, and proceeds from the 5K event will go a long way toward aiding ‘A Light of Hope’ in its mission to provide support for local families in crisis,” said A Light of Hope President Tim Traurig. “We’ve already received an outpouring of support for the event. Firefighters and law enforcement professionals stepped forward to offer first aid and security, and groups of individuals have pledged to volunteer. It’s really an example of everything that makes Santa Clarita so special.”

For more information/contact information:
Race Info./Sponsorship: Mark Montoya email: info@BeTheLight5K.org · phone: 661.917.9623
A Light of Hope
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Event website
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EVENT INFORMATION
SCHEDULE

7:00-7:45PM Participant Check-in / Late Registration
7:30-7:50PM Festivities & Announcements
8:00PM 5K Run/Walk Start
9:00PM Winner Awards
FEES

5K RUNNERS & WALKERS

$25 – Adult Early/Online Registration
$30 – Adult Late Registration (after 8/29)
$15 – Youth 12 to 18 Years