Event Information
About the Event
Operation Restart 10k/5k and Mini Patriot Mile is an opportunity for the community to directly effect the lives of our Veterans. 100% of proceeds from registrations go directly to veterans who participate in Operation Restart Scholarship, Operation Restart House or need direct financial assistance.
Vets 4 Veterans is a 501 (c) 3 organization that was formed by a group of Vietnam veterans suffering from PTSD in an effort to ease the hardships of a younger generation of veterans. All donations go directly to programs or veterans in need; the administrative board is 100% volunteer and never receive compensation for their efforts.
Mini Patriot Mile
Come one, come everyone!
There's a mini mile designed with lots of encouragement and fun along the way for any child willing to take the challenge! Guardians are welcome to join and walking is certainly welcome.
All registered Mini Patriot Mile participants receive a participants medal.
T-Shirts
All registrants receive a Tech Shirt commemorating the inaugural Operation Restart 5K and 10K Run/Walk Early online registration is encouraged, however, same day registration is also available.
Did we run out of Tech Shirts on race day? Don't Worry!! We've got you covered. We'll collect your information and mail your commemorative Tech Shirt directly to you!
Did we run out of Mini Patriot Medals? Again, don't worry!! We've got you covered. We'll collect your information and mail your commemorative Mini Patriot Medal directly to you!
Awards
Individuals
For both the 5K and 10K, the top 2 Male and Female finishers in each age category receive medals!
Overall Male and Female finishers in 5K and 10K races receive Event medals! (Overall winners in each race will not be eligible for age category medals)
Teams
Winning team receives a winner's plaque and the winning team members receive placement medals.
All registered Mini Patriots receive participation medals!
Team Categories
Military
1st Responder
Open
Registration Fees
10K - $40
5K - $30
Patriot Mile - $10
100% of registration fees go directly to funding the veteran projects of Vets 4 Veterans.
Parking
Antelope Valley Mall
Pre-Race Packet Pick Up
There will be a Pre-Race Packet Pick Up held on April 1, 2016, the day prior to the event. Please visit Hilton Gardens from 4pm-7pm to pick up your Bib, T-shirt and race goodies!! The address is 1309 W Rancho Vista Blvd, Palmdale, CA 93551. See you there!
Race Day Registration
YES! We will have same day registration but from 0600 to 0730 only so get there early! T-shirts may not be available for race day registrants but rest assured you will receive one!!
Race Contact
Michael Campbell
714-919-6709
Tom Armfield
661-810-9264
661-275-7327