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Event Information
This is your chance to run, walk, raise money and make an impact in your community for clean air and lung health! By participating in the Fight for Run/Walk you are helping everyone breathe easier - including you!
Get involved today by:
- Signing up for a variety of professionally-timed runs: half marathon, 10K and 5K
(Note: early registration closes, Wednesday, September 7 at midnight; you can sign up on event day but we cannot guarantee late registrants a goodie bag and t-shirt. - Registering as a Team Captain (for 5K walk)
- Joining an existing team (for 5K walk)
- Sponsoring the event
- Participating as a Vendor in our Expo Area
- Making a contribution supporting a registrant
- Helping us spread the word by forwarding this website to your friends, family and co-workers
Runs Offered
- Half Marathon (registration fee: $45)
- 10K Run (registration fee: $35)
- 5K Run (registration fee for 5K Runners and 5K Clydesdales is $30 (5K Walker/Fundraisers walk for FREE with the commitment to fundraise at least $100 towards our efforts!)
- The 5K has options to suit all fitness levels:
- 5K Clydesdale Run (a professionally-timed run for slower runners where participants have an opportunity to compete against others with similar goals; those who may be working on weight loss goals and healthy lifestyle changes. To help meet this goal, Sierra Strength and Speed is offering discounted training for those registered as a Clydesdale participant. Call Rob to set up your training today: 775.815.0735 or email: rob@SierraStrength.com.
- 5K Walk (5K Walker/Fundraisers walk for FREE with the commitment to fundraise at least $100 towards our efforts!)
- Best Costume (Cash prize!)
New this year: Kids One Mile Fun Run! (for children ages 5 to 14)
Medals Awarded
- Half Marathon: All finishers receive a medal
- 10K: First, Second and Third Place for both Male and Female
- 5K: First, Second and Third Place for both Male and Female
- 5K Clydesdale: First, Second and Third Place for both Male and Female
- Kids One Mile Fun Run: All finishers receive a medal and all children will be entered into a raffle for various prizes including Lamppost Pizza parties and Scheels gift cards
Prizes Awarded ($100 Value!)
- Half Marathon: Fastest Male; Fastest Female
- 10K: Fastest Male; Fastest Female
- 5K: Fastest Male; Fastest Female
- 5K Clydesdale: Fastest Male; Fastest Female
- Best Costume - $100 Cash Prize!
- Top Fundraiser
- Top Team Fundraiser
The Fight for Air Run/Walk is a Certified Green Event! The American Lung Association in Nevada has formally taken a pledge of sustainability to produce our event with the most environmentally-sound practices. To learn more please visit this page: Athletes for a Fit Planet Certified Green Event
Event Schedule
7:15 Expo and Registration Opens
8:15 Half Marathon Start
8:25 10K Start
8:35 5K Start (Run, Clydesdale and Walk divisions)
10:30 One Mile Kids Run Start
11:00 Award Ceremony
Noon Event ends
Packet Pickup!
Friday, September 9 at Eclipse Running from Noon - 6:00 PM
6990 S. McCarran Blvd, Ste 100 (corner of Lakeside and McCarran)
Directions
The event site is at Damonte Ranch High School in South Reno at 10500 Rio Wrangler Parkway.
Parking
Parking is available at Damonte Ranch High School.
Fundraising
We encourage you to fund raise at least $100 toward the cause. This is easier than you think! It is as easy as asking 10 friends for $10. Donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by the law. The American Lung Association ® is a registered 501 (c) 3 organization. Please make checks payable to the American Lung Association in Nevada. A fundraising packet is available to help you reach your fundraising minimum. Check out the "Fundraising Help" page on the main menu. If you need additional help in meeting the fundraising minimum requirement, please contact our office at 775.828.5873. Our staff is happy to help coach you by providing fast and efficient ideas to reach your fundraising requirement.
