Where do I pick up my race packet?
See the Packet Pick-Up page.
Are strollers welcome?
Yes. We strive to make this even as family friendly as possible. Please be courteous to other runners by moving toward the back of the group at the starting line though.
Are dogs welcome?
We realize dogs are very much a part of many people’s families, and they are welcome in this race. Please be courteous to other runners by ensuring your dog is on a leash, and obey any local city ordinances.
Timing
Your chip will be on your bib, which you will get with your packet. The timing tag is attached to the back of your bib. All participants must wear their bib on the front in a way that it can be seen by course officials. Do not forget your bib on race morning. NO BIB, NO TIME. If you forget your bib, you will need to pay $10 to replace it. Non-registered runners and/or bandit runners will be removed from the course. No one will be allowed to finish the race without a bib.
Q. What are your contingency plans for bad weather?
Rain– The event will NOT be cancelled due to rain alone unless the downpour is such that athletes, police, and volunteers lose visibility making situations unsafe. If this occurs we will wait until the rain subsides and follow the same procedure listed for lightning conditions (minus the 30 minute rule). Athletes will be informed of such a change via announcements on race morning.
Lightning – In the event of lightning the race will be postponed by 30 minutes every time lightning is spotted and thunder is heard within 6 miles of the event. Please note that every time lightning strikes and thunder is heard within 6 miles of the race site we must delay the start by 30 minutes.
Tornado Warning – If at anytime before (race morning close to start time) or during the event, a tornado warning is issued, the race will be cancelled.
On Course Cancellation – If the race is canceled due to storms (lightning and/or excessive rain) or tornado warnings while it is in progress we will do everything in our power to alert everyone on the course. All police, SAG, and medical personnel will be made aware and do all they can to warn and SAG in all participants. We will also do everything in our power to assist those that are still on course. Those that are on course without means of rescue should seek immediate shelter via open stores, buildings, garages, homes and/or any other means of protection from the dangerous conditions. If it gets bad and we are not there to help you off the course please do everything you can to keep yourself safe and take shelter.
Because of agreements with the Texas Department of Transportation and various municipalities regarding a fixed amount of time to have roads closed or in use or the time of public safety or law enforcement officials, Running Alliance Sport, at any time, reserves the right to shorten the distance of any of its races to comply, especially in dealing with inclement weather conditions that may make any course unavailable or unsuitable for runner participation.
I can no longer make it to the race. Can I get a refund?
If you are unable to make it to the race after signing up, your registration fee is considered a donation to the Houston Expedition Center, and a refund will not be offered. We appreciate your understanding on this matter, and you are of course still welcome to pick up your race shirt!
What is the minimum age requirement and do you need a parents or guardian’s consent to participate?
The minimum age for the 5K and 10K is 6 years, and we do need the signature of a consenting parent or guardian. No runner under the age of 12 may participate in the 5K or 10K unless accompanied by an adult.
Is there an age limit on the Kids 1K?
To participate, there is no age limit for the Kids 1K. In order to be eligible for a prize, kids must be 8 and under.