Warhorse Gallop 5K and Pony Trot

🎉 Event Overview

• Join Us: Bring your friends and family! Join us for a fundraising 5K supporting Charles D. Owen High School Running Programs (Cross Country and Track), as well as the Black Mountain Home for Children, Youth, and Families.
• Race Details: The event will kick off with a multi-terrain 5K surrounded by mountain views around the Owen High School campus, beginning and ending in the Owen High School Stadium.
• Pony Trot: Following the 5K will be a 1K Pony Trot Kids Run (ages 10 & under) on the track.
• T-Shirt Perk: T-Shirts will be given to all participants who sign up before 5/1!

📅 Race Information

• When: Saturday, May 31, 2025 starting at 9 AM
• Where: Gallop 5K and 1K Pony Trot will begin and finish at the Charles D. Owen High School track and stadium
• Packet Pick Up: Race Day - Saturday May 31, from 8:00 to 8:45 AM at the Charles D. Owen High School track and stadium. Packet will include race bib, as well as a wristband which can be redeemed for T-shirt (if signed up before 5/1).
• Parking: Participant parking will be provided in the lower student parking lot, accessible from Lake Eden Rd. Signage will be visible to direct participants to this parking area.

⏰ Event Logistics

• Event Timing: Each participant's race performance time will be posted immediately following the race!
• Awards: A medal as well as a gift card from the Mountain Running Store in Black Mountain will be given out to the top three overall male and female finishers.
• Age Categories: Medals will be given to the top overall male and female finishers for the 5K run in the following age categories: Ages 12 & Under, Ages 13 - 19, Ages 20 - 39, Ages 40 - 54, Ages 55+
• BONUS Giveaways: Each participant's bib number will be placed in a drawing for additional prizes to be awarded after the event! Prizes include gift cards from a few of our generous sponsors!

🛡️ Safety Guidelines

• Regulations: Due to insurance regulations, roller blades, strollers, bicycles and pets are not allowed on the course.

🔗 Registration Link

• Sign Up Here: Warhorse Gallop 5K and Pony Trot Registration