Southern Oregon Young Marines DDR 5K Dash
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Southern Oregon Young Marines Drug Demand Reduction 5K Walk/Run Dash
The Southern Oregon Young Marines present the Drug Demand Reduction 5K Walk/Run Dash on October 24, 2026, at Lithia & Driveway Fields, Gary H. Wheeler Field #10 in Medford, Oregon. The event honors the legacy of a DEA agent who lost his life in the fight against drug trafficking and supports the DEA initiative Fentanyl Free America. The Young Marines are partnering with Hero’s In The Classroom to deliver drug-prevention outreach across Jackson County.
Outreach plans include presentations and contact with high schools in Medford, Central Point, Ashland, Talent, Phoenix, Eagle Point, Rogue River, and selected Josephine County schools, as well as private high schools. Schools included in the planned outreach list are North Medford High School, South Medford High School, Innovation Academy, Logos Public Charter School, Crater High School, Ashland High School, Phoenix High School, Eagle Point High School, Rogue River Jr./Sr. High School, Cascade Christian High School, St. Mary's High School, Grants Pass High School, Hidden Valley High School, Illinois Valley High School, and North Valley High School.
Event highlights include a 5K walk or run, a chili cook-off with beef and vegetarian entries, interactive learning with virtual reality simulations and impairment goggles, community booths featuring local artisans and educational activities, and remarks from local dignitaries and families who have experienced sobriety. The event is presented as part of Red Ribbon Week. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
