Alberta First Responders 5k In Their Boots 2025
Saturday, October 4, 2025
Past event
Spruce Grove, Alberta
Free–CA$71.86 · 6 races
5km
Event summary
Join us for the Alberta First Responders 5km In Their Boots event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, in the vibrant community of Spruce Grove, Alberta! This uplifting event celebrates the dedication of our First Responders while promoting mental health support and wellness. Participants can choose to be part of a friendly competition where 50 First Responders will take on 50 civilians in a timed 5km run, all while wearing symbolic 50lb weighted vests that represent the burdens carried by these heroes every day.
Whether you opt for the challenge, join the fun run/walk with friends and family, or make a direct donation to the Alberta First Responders Association (AFRA), your involvement will make a difference. Every step taken and every dollar raised supports the "1st Health for First Responders" program, providing essential mental health resources and suicide prevention initiatives tailored to those who serve our communities. Let's come together to show our appreciation and ensure the well-being of those who protect us!
Whether you opt for the challenge, join the fun run/walk with friends and family, or make a direct donation to the Alberta First Responders Association (AFRA), your involvement will make a difference. Every step taken and every dollar raised supports the "1st Health for First Responders" program, providing essential mental health resources and suicide prevention initiatives tailored to those who serve our communities. Let's come together to show our appreciation and ensure the well-being of those who protect us!
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Races
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First Responders - 50lb Weighted Vest/Ruck Sack Challenge
Entries closedCA$71.86
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Civilians - 50lb Weighted Vest/Ruck Sack Challenge
Entries closedCA$71.86
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Fun Run/Walk - 18+
Entries closedCA$61.12
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Fun Run/Walk - Ages 13 - 17
Entries closedCA$55.76
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Fun Run/Walk - Ages 9-12
Entries closedCA$34.29
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Fun Run/Walk - Ages 8 & under
Entries closedFree
Organiser's description
5km In Their Boots 2025 Saturday, October 4First Responders vs. Civilians Friendly CompetitionAll Ages Fun Run/Walk
FREE EVENT TEE DEADLINE HAS BEEN REACHED. They can still be purchased if you so wish in the Store Be part of something meaningful. "5km In Their Boots", presented by Wayfound, is more that just a run - it is an opportunity for our community to rally around Alberta's First Responders and support their well-being. You can participate in three impactful ways:The Challenge: Raise funds by being one of the 50 First Responders pitted against 50 civilians as they push their physical and mental limits in a timed 5km run while wearing a symbolic 50lb weighted vest. This will symbolize the weight our First Responders carry with them every day.The Fun run/walk: Join friends, family and neighbours for a 5km run or walk to raise crucial funds. The choice is yours to carry the 50lb weight.Donate: You can directly donate to the AFRA or sponsor a participant.Every step taken and every dollar donated goes directly to the "1st Health for First Responders" program administered by the Alberta First Responders Association (AFRA). This vital initiative provides mental health support and suicide prevention programs tailored to the unique needs of our dedicated First Responders. Let's come together to show our gratitude and ensure they have access to the resources they need to stay healthy and resilient.
FREE EVENT TEE DEADLINE HAS BEEN REACHED. They can still be purchased if you so wish in the Store Be part of something meaningful. "5km In Their Boots", presented by Wayfound, is more that just a run - it is an opportunity for our community to rally around Alberta's First Responders and support their well-being. You can participate in three impactful ways:The Challenge: Raise funds by being one of the 50 First Responders pitted against 50 civilians as they push their physical and mental limits in a timed 5km run while wearing a symbolic 50lb weighted vest. This will symbolize the weight our First Responders carry with them every day.The Fun run/walk: Join friends, family and neighbours for a 5km run or walk to raise crucial funds. The choice is yours to carry the 50lb weight.Donate: You can directly donate to the AFRA or sponsor a participant.Every step taken and every dollar donated goes directly to the "1st Health for First Responders" program administered by the Alberta First Responders Association (AFRA). This vital initiative provides mental health support and suicide prevention programs tailored to the unique needs of our dedicated First Responders. Let's come together to show our gratitude and ensure they have access to the resources they need to stay healthy and resilient.
Location
450 King Street, Spruce Grove, AB, Canada
450 King St, Spruce Grove, AB, T7X 2C5, CA
Alberta First Responders 5k In Their Boots 2025
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