DIRTY WOOKIE 10K - EPISODE IV: SOLO... A 2020 Story
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The 4th Annual Dirty Wookie 10K/ 5K will be held VIRTUALLY for 2020!
The Dirty Wookie race event was created to showcase the Dirty Wookie -Imperial Brown Ale Beer- from The Brewer's Cabinet, a local Reno brewery.
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Due to Covid-19, we are unable to host this event in person, but we are excited to bring you a virtual race and celebrate Halloween week and all things WOOKIE!
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2020 Reg Opening Soon!
RACE DETAILS
DATE & LOCATION:
This is a VIRTUAL RACE! Complete your miles anywhere, anytime between October 24-31, 2020.
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WHAT IS A VIRTUAL RACE:
A virtual race is a race you do on your own, wherever you are. You can run, walk, or hike and complete either a 5K or a 10K distance (whichever distance you registered for). After you finish your race, you can submit your results online. All we ask is that you complete your race between October 24-31 for your results to count!
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REGISTRATION FEE:
$30
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$5 of every registration fee goes directly to CARE Chest of Sierra Nevada!
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We have a limited number of slots available for this event to help keep the event costs at a minimum. We will likely sell-out!
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INCLUDED IN REGISTRATION:
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Virtual race bib upon signing up that you can print out and wear during your run!
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Virtual goodie bag that includes discounts to local Reno small businesses!
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Online results on RunSignUp.
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Sense of accomplishment!
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Finisher's medal & sticker mailed to you! Shipping of the finisher's medal & sticker is already included in your entry fee.
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WHEN WILL I RECEIVE MY MEDAL & STICKER:
Our plan is to have your finisher's medal and sticker sent to you before race week so you can proudly wear your medal after you finish your virtual race. PLEASE BE AWARE... due to circumstances beyond our control, there could be major shipping delays due to COVID-19 and changes in the USPS. We will do our best to ensure that everything ships before race week.
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RESULTS:
Results will be based on the honor system. You will be able to submit your own results through our platform on RunSignUp. You will receive an email during race week that will give you a link for submitting results. It is very simple! All you need to enter is your time and distance.
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SHIPPING:
Shipping is included in your registration fee. As of right now, we are not offering international shipping.
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SAFETY:
For the safety of yourself and your community, we please ask that you follow local, state, and federal regulations in regard to social distancing and Covid-19.
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REFUNDS:
There are NO refunds for this virtual event. NO exceptions.
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MEMORIES OF HONOR:
We are thrilled to work with Memories of Honor for our events. Memories of Honor is a free service that allows you to run in the memory of a fallen soldier. They are doing virtual bibs for 2020. Click the link below, print your bib for free, and run in memory of a fallen soldier. The family of that soldier will be notified that someone is running in their honor! It's a great way to support families of fallen soldiers, and keep their memory alive through running. Link coming soon!
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TAG US IN YOUR PHOTOS:
#DIRTYWOOKIE2020
@DESERTSKYADVENTURES @BREWERS_CABINET
2020 Medal!
Included in registration!
PERKS
Support local Reno businesses!
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Our local businesses were hit hard this year but we are grateful they are giving our participants a discount! We hope you can show your support by printing and bringing in your virtual race bib for a discount on your purchases. Please respect social distancing and state, federal, and local regulation in regards to Covid-19.
Print your virtual race bib and take them into the following Reno businesses for a discount:
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Brewer's Cabinet - 20% off your bill during RACE WEEK (Head to Brewer's Cabinet Restaurant or TapRoom on Arlington after your run for a cold Dirty Wookie beer and receive 20% off your bill!)
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Eclipse Running- 20% off in-store purchase
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Eclipse Pizza- 15% off your bill at their restaurant on Mayberry
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Reno Running Company- % off in-store purchase at either of their Reno businesses
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Online shopping:
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Reno Running Company- % off online purchase (codes will be emailed to you!)
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Rowdy Bars - 20% off online purchase (codes will be emailed to you!)
BENEFITING CARE CHEST OF SIERRA NEVADA
$5 of every registration fee will go directly to
CARE Chest!
CARE CHEST
Celebrating 30 years in 2020!
CARE Chest is a Northern Nevada nonprofit agency serving individuals in need by providing medical resources, free of charge. Their programs include: medical equipment and supplies, prescription assistance, diabetic supplies, medical nutrition, independent living and CARE loan, and wellness education.
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For 30 years, CARE Chest has been re-using durable medical equipment, putting our community's resources into action. They have provided over 127,000 individual services in Northern Nevada and been a reliable resource for individuals who find themselves facing medical poverty.
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CARE Chest is a community-driven organization. Over 85% of their funding is private, and 100% of donations to their agency stay in Nevada.