VERDUGO MOUNTAINS 10K NEWS
Dear Friend of the Verdugo Mountains 10K,
We’ve all been working hard, and looking forward to the 10th Anniversary Verdugo Mountains 10K, scheduled for Sunday, May 3rd, 2020. But sadly, due to the unprecedented impact that COVID-19 has had on all of us, the City of Glendale has been given no choice but to cancel this year’s event in order to protect the health of our community.
We had hoped to postpone the VM10K to a date later in the year, but, for a number of reasons, this proved to be impossible. So we’ll have to wait until next year to celebrate our 10th Anniversary. Race day has already been set – May 2, 2021. We hope you can join us, and we’ll let you know the minute registration is open.
For those of you who have already registered, RaceWire will give full refunds in the coming days. Please email if you don’t see the refund in your account by the end of next week. We would like to offer the option to defer your race entry to 2021, but unfortunately, due to reasons of financial logistics, we are only able to offer full refunds at this time.
Our hearts go out to all of you who have been training for our event - no one shares your passion more than we do. Look at the bright side: you’ve just been given an extra 365 days to get in the best shape of your life for the 2021 Verdugo Mountains 10K!
We look forward to seeing you, and celebrating with you, on May 2, 2021.
Thank you for your passion, your dedication, and your understanding.
@Verdugo10K
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About This Event
Conquer the Mountains in Your Own Back Yard! Dignity Health Glendale Memorial Hospital presents the 10th Annual Verdugo Mountains 10K is produced by the City of Glendale's Community Services & Parks Department and benefits the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation.
6.2 miles. 1,735 feet of elevation gain. One Sunday morning you'll never forget!
Course
In a word: Challenging! The course begins in beautiful Brand Park, climbs steadily to one of the highest points in the Verdugo Mountains, and then heads back downhill for a fast descent to the finish. Breathtaking views of the L.A. Basin, the San Fernando Valley, and the Pacific Ocean await you at every turn. From the race’s highest point, at 2,670 feet above sea level, the panoramic view of the San Gabriel Mountains is truly spectacular.
NEW in 2020- Finisher Medals!
All course finishers will receive a commemorative 10th Anniversary medal at the finish line.
Training Program
FREE training program - a VM10K tradition - starts in March. Check our website for details.
Awards and Prizes
Awards will be given to the top three male and female finishers in each age group, and the first male and female Glendale finishers. Prize packages will be given to the top 3 OVERALL male and female finishers, and to the first male and female Glendale finishers. Prizes will be given away during a random drawing at the awards ceremony (Winners must be present). Everyone has a chance of winning!
T-shirts
FREE tech t-shirt at packet pickup. We are offering Women's sizes XS, Small and Medium and Men's sizes XS-XXL. We will do our best to assure that you receive the requested size.
*T-shirt size is not guaranteed for those who register on race day.
Pancake Breakfast
FREE Post Race Pancake Breakfast brought you by Burbank Kiwanis For Fun Club.
Packet Pick-up
Pre-Race Packet Pick up will take place on Saturday, May 2, 2020 from 9am- 4pm at DICKS Sporting Goods Store located at the Glendale Galleria, 200 W Broadway, Glendale, CA 91210. Race Day Packet Pick up will also be available for pick up on the morning of the race beginning at 6 a.m. on May 3, 2020.
Online Price Increases
$30 from opening of registration until February 29, 2020.
$35 from March 1, 2019 through March 31, 2020.
$40 from April 1, 2019 through April 30, 2020.
***Online registration closes at midnight on Thursday, April 30, 2020.
$45 on Race Day
Course Maps
Sub Event
Cost
Distance
$40.00
10km
PARTICIPANT'S RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND INDEMNITY AGREEMENT: I acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in the 2020 Verdugo Mountains 10K Trail Run & Hike a race event in the Verdugo Mountains, on May 3, 2020, from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon ("the Race"), co-sponsored by the City of Glendale's Community Services & Parks Department ("the City") and the Glendale Parks & Open Space Foundation ("the Foundation"). I understand and agree that I will be running and hiking in the Race, which will take place outdoors in the Verdugo Mountains on hiking trails, fire roads, or other "off-trail" areas which often contain steep and uneven natural surfaces. Running and hiking in those areas have risks, including (but not limited to) the risk of: falling; heat exhaustion; cold or hot weather conditions; insect or animal bites; poisonous plants; cuts and scrapes; falling rocks or trees; and collision with other runners, hikers, spectators, motor vehicles, or fixed objects. The City will offer a shuttle or van, operated by a private firm, which I may ride to and from the finish line. I understand and acknowledge that RaceWire LLC ("RaceWire") will time me in the Race. I agree to bring drinking water and food, and to wear my own protective body clothing and closed-toe shoes for trail running and hiking. I represent that: (1) I am in good physical condition and emotional health; (2) I am not suffering from any condition, disease, or disability that can hinder or endanger my participation in the Race; (3) a licensed medical doctor has examined me, and I am qualified to participate in trail running and hiking; (4) I have sufficiently trained for this Race; and (5) I am capable of participating in the Race without accommodation. AND HAVE A RISK OF INJURY OR DEATH. I AM FULLY AWARE THAT I AM VOLUNTARILY PARTICIPATING IN THIS TRAIL RUNNING AND HIKING ACTIVITY WITH MY KNOWLEDGE OF THE INHERENT RISKS AND HAZARDS INVOLVED. I HEREBY AGREE TO ACCEPT ANY AND ALL RISKS OF INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY DAMAGE. AS LAWFUL CONSIDERATION for the City's and the Foundation's permitting me to participate in this Race, I HEREBY AGREE that I, my heirs, distributees, guardians, legal representatives, and assigns WILL NOT MAKE A CLAIM AGAINST, SUE, OR PROSECUTE the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, or their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates for injury, death, or damage arising out of the negligence or other acts, howsoever caused, by the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, or their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates, as a result of my participation in this Race. In addition, I HEREBY RELEASE, DISCHARGE, AND AGREE TO "INDEMNIFY" (TO COMPENSATE AND TO DEFEND) the City, the Foundation, RaceWire, and their officers, directors, contractors, agents, employees, volunteers, sponsors, or affiliates from and against ALL ACTIONS, CLAIMS, OR DEMANDS that I, my heirs, distributees, guardians, legal representatives, or assigns now have, or may later have from today, for injury, death, or damage arising out of my participation in this Race. I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS AGREEMENT AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT THIS IS A RELEASE OF LIABILITY AND A CONTRACT TO INDEMNIFY BETWEEN MYSELF, THE CITY, THE FOUNDATION, AND RACE WIRE; AND I SIGN IT OF MY OWN FREE WILL.
