Lost in the Woods 5k
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Lost in the Woods 5k (for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital)
Lost in the Woods is a holiday running and walking event held on the Peninsula Catholic High School campus in Newport News, VA. The primary course is a two-loop route that passes through campus and the woods behind the school, with sections decorated in Christmas lights.
The event features multiple options:
- 5 km 5k race, registration fee $20
- 500 m Kids Fun Run, registration fee $10
- 1 mile A Walk through the Lights, registration fee $10
Proceeds and prizes support charities. Teams compete for a grand prize that awards 50% to a charity chosen by the winning team; the other 50% of the grand prize and additional donations are designated for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Teams may be composed of five to seven runners.
The event is hosted by PCYT, a club that promotes community service among teenagers. Examples of the club's past activities include beach cleanups, packing lunches for people experiencing homelessness, and donating vehicles to refugee families. Registration windows and fees are set for each event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
