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: Same Day Registration/Runner Check-In: Opens 7:00 AM Warm-Up & Announcements: 7:50 AM 5K, 10K Start: 8:00 AM Kids Dash: 9:00 AM Overall and Age Group Awards: 9:15 AM ‍♀️ 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 梨 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