Run to Stop Traffick - UT

The Run to Stop Traffick 5K is back for a 5th year benefiting Operation Underground Railroad! This organization is dedicated to eradicating sex trafficking, and has liberated over 4,000 children since it began in 2013. Join us to help end human trafficking! We like having our race day be one giant party with some really awesome prizes and a fun atmosphere for the whole family! So bring your family and friends and come have a great time with us, all for a great cause! 

Date - Saturday, September 21, 2024Start Time - 9:00 AM​Location - Legacy Park (West Pavilion) - 1140 W 1100 N, North Salt Lake, UT 84054 (planned location pending permit approval)Race Type - 5K Paved Surface RaceAge Limit - All ages welcome (minors under age 18 are permitted to participate as long as a parent/guardian is present throughout the entire duration of the event) Registration Includes Operation Underground Railroad (10% of gross sales)Race entryCustom 4.5 inch medal (run division only/add on option for ruckers)Custom patch (rucking division only)Pair of Bombas socksAid stationFinish line refreshmentsTote bagProfessional photosRace bibEligible for awards Entry into drawingChip timing

Other swag including shirts available as an add-on for additional purchase at time of registration. 

Rucking Division

In addition to a running division, we offer a rucking division. Rucking is walking with a weighted backpack/ruck on your back.

If competing for the top 1-3 places for male, female and non-binary, you must meet the minimum dry weight requirement inside your backpack/ruck before anything else, including food and water. We recommend a ruck plate of some sort but it's ultimately up to you. Other options for weight include dumbbells, sandbags, or weight plates. Weight vests and ruck plate carriers are allowed.

Men and Non-Binary Adults - 30 poundsWomen - 20 poundsKids - 10 pounds (Ages 8-17); 5 pounds (under 8)

If not competing for the top 1-3 places, then the weight you carry is up to you.

Course

The course runs primarily along the Legacy Parkway Trail with an approximate 1.25 mile loop in the middle around an open grass field and is all paved. The race is professionally chip timed. The chips are attached to the back of your bib number. Bibs must be worn on the front of you in order to be accurately timed.

5K Route with a water station at the halfway point. There are bathrooms near the start and finish line just to the east of the pavilion.

Dogs

NO DOGS ARE ALLOWED are allowed at this race due to regulations with the park and the city.

Packet Pickup Friday, September 20, 2023Time: 4:00-7:00 PMLocation: TBAPacket pickup will also be available on the morning of the race starting at 8:00 AM. Parking

There is plenty of free parking available in the lots next to the start line.

Drawing Prizes

There will be a random bib number prize drawing. Prizes TBA.

Awards

Awards for overall 1st-3rd place male, female and non-binary in both the running and rucking divisions. Rucking division weight requirements will be verified and checked at start and finish line. Only male, female and non-binary categories will be eligible for overall awards.

Age group awards for 1st-3rd place male and female in the running division only for the following age groupings:

15 and under16-1920-2930-3940-4950-5960-6970+

Only male and female categories will be eligible for age group awards. Anyone placing top 3 overall will also not be eligible for age group awards (no double dipping).

Awards ceremony will be held once winners have crossed the finish line and their times have been validated.

Volunteers

We can't put on our races without the help of our amazing volunteers! Please consider signing up to volunteer your time on race morning with the race setup, during the race and post race teardown. All volunteers will receive a free entry to a future event. Volunteer registration will open soon.

Virtual

Can't join us in person this year? Don't worry, you can participate from wherever you are located! Open to anyone located in the United States (including APO) and Canada (additional $10 for shipping). Located outside of the U.S. and still want to participate? Please email us at truenorthee@gmail.com. Virtual swag will start shipping in late August 2024.

Virtual Registration Includes Donation to Operation Underground Railroad (10% of gross sales)Virtual race entryCustom 4.5 inch medal (run division only/add on option for ruckers)Custom patch (rucking division only)Pair of Bombas socksTote bagRace bibShipping