1000 Strong Overcoming Obstacles 5K/10K

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Restoration House Ministries' trail race features permanent structures, pop-up challenges, and mud pits that will not only give you a great workout but also satisfy that inner desire to OVERCOME! These same obstacles that will be used for health, well-being, and competition will be a symbol of how we can overcome all of our obstacles with God's love working through our community. And in doing so, you will be supporting young women & men in overcoming their obstacles of trauma, abuse, and addictions and helping put the homeless in our community on a path to restoration.

📅 Race Day Information

• Date: April 12, 2025
• Location: Patriot Park, 1867 Fordyce Rd, Victoria, TX 77905
• Packet Pick Up: 7am
• Race Start: 8:00am for runners/walkers: 8:15am for obstacle challengers

🛍️ Early Packet Pick Up

Sleep in and skip the lines on race day! Come see us at Early Packet Pick Up for racers at Restoration House Ministries Gleanings Resale Shop (1204 N. Moody) on Friday from 5pm-7pm. Be one of the first 150 racers to do packet pickup to receive a runners bag. Runners receive a shopping discount as well.

🕒 Race Day Schedule

• 7am: Packet Pick Up and Late Registration open
• 7am: Vendors & Food Trucks open
• 7:45am: Opening Ceremonies
• 8:00am: Runners/walkers begin

*Please arrive no later than 7:45am.*

🏆 Awards

The first 3 finishers in adults (20yr+) and youth (<20yr) racing in each category (5k, 10k, Obstacle 5k, Obstacle 10k) will be awarded and recognized at closing ceremonies.

🌲 Course Information

The path is on and off road and is considered a trail run. Follow this link for a printable map & reminders. The path is accessible by foot year-round and is mowed starting in February. Join us for Path Days on the second Saturday of the month, Jan-Apr, at 9:30am when we’ll drive the path with ATVs.

🧗‍♀️ Obstacles

The obstacles are described on our website: www.RestorationHouseMinistries.org/5k-event

• Equipment: Workout gloves will help you on the pressure wall and monkey bars.
• Teamwork: Teammates can help you complete an obstacle.
• Skip Obstacles: If you can’t complete an obstacle, you can choose to do 20 burpees.
• Team Finish: Teams must complete the race and finish together—no one left behind.

🤝 Support and Community

All proceeds benefit Restoration House Ministries.

All are welcome to spectate and enjoy the day. Just make sure to take Moody St to Timber/236 to access Patriot Park and bring a camp chair.

📣 Get Involved

Interested in being a sponsor or vendor? Visit our website: www.restorationhouseministries.org/1000-strong-5k-sponsor-info/

🔗 More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: 1000 Strong Overcoming Obstacles 5K/10K.