Honor Run for Loren: McKenzie Strong

June 26th, 2021 | Virtual 5k Walk / Run

Registration Closes June 2nd at Midnight.

 This Year’s Cause

Each year the Honor Run for Loren picks a worthy cause to support. Loren loved the McKenzie River and all it had to offer including fishing and camping. He would have been devasted by the September 2020 Holiday Farm Fire on the McKenzie River. This year’s race and proceeds are dedicated to the people affected by the fires. 100% of the proceeds of the run will go towards McKenzie River Locals Helping Locals and the Leaburg Fish Hatchery. Locals Helping Locals is a grassroots organization providing financial assistance to McKenzie residents impacted by the Holiday Farm. 

The History of the Honor Run

In November of 2018 Loren Leighton fell from a ladder while picking apples leading to a major brain injury. Despite surgery, Loren’s brain swelling continued and there were no viable options for care. His wishes were honored to continue life through organ and tissue donation. Loren was wheeled to surgery through the Honor Walk and now we get to continue honoring his life and legacy through one of Loren’s passions: running. From the Honor Walk came the idea for the Honor Run. 

Race Information:

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s race is virtual.

Sign Up Deadline: Midnight on June 2nd

Race Weekend: June 26th (or whenever you are able to run)

Reporting Deadline: Submit race times online by July 11th if you want to be officially recorded

Time: Anytime you’d like to start.

Where: Your home, neighborhood, or wherever you feel safe to run.

Distance: 5 kilometers (3.1 Miles)

Race Packet Price: $20

What is included in the Race Packet? Bib numbers and pins (Includes shipping / delivery for race materials)

T-Shirts: The 2021 Race Shirt is sold separately through the following link. Sweatshirts, men’s, women’s, and kids shirts are all available for purchase. No race entry required to buy a shirt. Shirt delivery/pick-up is separate from the race packet.