Fit as a Firefighter 5K
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Event
The Fit as a Firefighter 5K takes place on Sunday, April 26, 2026, in Medical Lake, WA. The event is held at Waterfront Park, 1300 S. Leferve St., Medical Lake, WA 99022. The event format is a combined walk, run, and ruck.
Details
- Distances:
- 5K walk/run/ruck
- 3 miles pack test requirement with a 45 lb load
Entry is $35 for the public and the event is open to ages 12 to 99. The event is free to first responders who obtain a coupon code through the race contact method. Registration closes on April 19, 2026; available spots were listed on the event page.
Participants who wish to complete a pack test must provide their own pack or weighted vest. Packs and vests will be verified at check-in. Runners will be started in waves every 30 minutes to reduce congestion; faster participants are advised to join earlier waves and others to join later waves.
A safety notice states that walking, jogging, or running with a pack or weighted vest increases impact on bones and joints and that individuals are responsible for their own wellbeing. The race organizer assumes no responsibility for injuries sustained during the event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
