Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration
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When is Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration?
Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration takes place on Saturday, April 24, 2027 in Huntington Beach, CA.
What distances does Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration offer?
Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration offers 10 events: 5K Plogging, Plover Dash (5k), Plover Dash (5k), 5K Plogging, 10K Plogging, Brown Pelican (10k), 10K Plogging, Brown Pelican (10k), Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run, Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
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| 5K Plogging | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| Plover Dash (5k) | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| Plover Dash (5k) | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 5K Plogging | 5.0 km | $40.00 | Register |
| 10K Plogging | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| Brown Pelican (10k) | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| 10K Plogging | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| Brown Pelican (10k) | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
| Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run | 400.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
| Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run | 400.0 km | $20.00 | Register |
How much does Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration cost?
Registration for Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration held?
Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration is held in Huntington Beach, CA at Bolsa Chica State Beach - Lot 25, 17851 Pacific Coast Hwy.
About Running Is For The Birds - 5K, 10K, Kids Run - Earth Day Celebration
Amigos De Bolsa Chica, in conjunction with Bolsa Chica State Beach is hosting a run/walk/beach cleanup for Earth Day!
🌎 Run for the Birds, Run for the Planet, Run for Earth Day
At a local 5K/10K near you!
Join us on Saturday, April 25, 2026, at Bolsa Chica State Beach — where every step makes a difference.
Run and walk along the beach on a flat, fast, and paved course with stunning ocean views.
🎉 FREE BEACH PARKING before 8:00 AM — races start sharp!
Race Day Schedule:
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Same Day Registration/Runner Check-In: Opens 7:00 AM
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Warm-Up & Announcements: 7:50 AM
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5K, 10K Start: 8:00 AM
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Kids Dash: 9:00 AM
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Overall and Age Group Awards: 9:15 AM
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🏃♀️ Race Options:
Plover Dash 5K
Brown Pelican 10K
Fuzzy Feathers Fun Run (for the kiddos)
5K Plogging (picking up litter while jogging)
10K Plogging
Beach Clean Up with State Beach staff
🧢 What You Get:
All registered participants in the 5K, 10K, and Plogging events receive:
🏅 Custom Commemorative Medal – designed exclusively for this Earth Day event
👕 Limited-Edition Race Shirt – beautifully designed by a local artist and featuring a new Bolsa Chica bird each year. These collectible commemorative shirts are more than swag — they’re wearable art that celebrates the spirit of the wetlands.
📸 Free Race Day Photos – downloadable & shareable with no hidden costs
🏆 Overall & Age Group Awards
⏱️ Professional Chip Timing – results synced to Athlinks
🎪 Finish Line Festival – vendors, product samples, music & local community vibes
✅ FREE Beach Parking (arrive early!)
🚲 Bike Valet available near the start line
🎒 Gear Check Available
Fuzzy Feathers Kids Run participants receive commemorative medals & special prizes.
✨ Bonus Highlights:
🌿 Environmental Impact – Proceeds benefit environmental education & leadership programs through Amigos de Bolsa Chica (501c3), protecting California’s coastal biodiversity.
♻️ Plogging Categories – Run and help clean the beach as you go!
👨👩👧👦 Community Connection – Family-friendly, walker-welcoming, and volunteer-powered
🔬 Interactive Expo – Explore Bolsa Chica wetlands up close with microscopes, wildlife exhibits, and hands-on learning hosted by Amigos.
Celebrate Earth Day with purpose — and make your miles matter.
🌎💚 Sign up today, lock in your shirt size, and let’s run wild for a better planet.
Swag & Giveaways
5K Plogging: T-Shirt (adult unisex)
Plover Dash (5k): T-Shirt (adult unisex)
Plover Dash (5k): T-Shirt (adult unisex)
5K Plogging: T-Shirt (adult unisex)
10K Plogging: T-Shirt (adult unisex)
Brown Pelican (10k): T-Shirt (adult unisex)
10K Plogging: T-Shirt (adult unisex)
Brown Pelican (10k): T-Shirt (adult unisex)
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