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Where is the Irvine Lake Mud Run?
Oak Canyon Park Blue Diamond Haul Road, Silverado, CA 92676
Conveniently located only 10-15 minutes from the 5 and 55 freeways. Follow signs and parking staff instructions.
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When is the Irvine Lake Mud Run? Saturday, October 16, 2010 - 9:00 A.M.
How long is the run? Just over a 5k, more than 3 miles.. less than 4
Who will be benefiting from this run? The October 16, 2010 Irvine Lake Mud Run will be benefiting the Boys and Girls Clubs Orange County Alliance (16 Clubs in Orange County)
When will it start? The race for individuals starts at 9:00AM promptly. Waves will be split up by age group and gender and spaced 3-5 minutes apart.
4 Person Teams will start after that at approximately 9:30am. Each category (Men's, Women, and Mixed) will be in the same Wave. Large categories may go in multiple waves.
Open Sized Teams will be grouped into waves and begin anywhere from 10:00am onward, depending on the number and size of teams. Start times could be as late as 1:00pm or later depending on the number of registered participants.
Wave times will be posted on the website approximately one week before event day. Plan to arrive at least one hour prior to your scheduled start time and be in the starting coral area 1/2 hour prior to your wave start. This will also serve to alleviate congestion on Silverado Canyon. The parking lot opens at 7:00 A.M. Feel free to arrive early to relax, stretch, check out the lake, and be prepared without a last minute rush.
How can I volunteer? Yes, and we appreciate the help. Please email This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Will there be photos taken? Yes. Please put your race Numbers on the FRONT if you want your pictures on Brightroom Photography
What type of race timing system will you use? We will be using a top of the line RFID race timing system to ensure accurate times. Each individual runner will receive a single use or souvenir D-tag. Your time starts when you cross the start line not the gun time. Note: One D-tag will be given to the team captain for each team
Will Competitive (4) person teams have to finish the race at the same time (not Open Sized Teams larger than four people)? Yes, the rules are that teams must cross the finish line with arms interlocked. The teams with faster team members will have a designated and marked team waiting area approximately 30 yards from the finish where they can wait for all slower team members and cross the finish line together. Any team that does not have all (4) team members finishing at the same time will count as DNF. Open Sized Teams will not have to finish arm in arm, although it would make for a great photo memory.
I've never run a mud run, what makes it different from a regular 5k? A LOT! More people with professionally built obstacles and multiple mud pits to run, crawl and jump through. Expect to get muddy (over and over again)!
Will you have showers for us or just a garden hose to rinse off? We will have over 30 Showers built by a professional plumber. Men's & Women's separated!
Will you have a bag check at the venue? Yes we will, but, DO NOT have your valuables in the bags, leave them at home. Especially jewelry.
What if it rains? Better yet. More mud! The Mud Run goes on, rain or shine.
Can we enter the lake water anywhere at Irvine Lake Park? It is illegal to make contact with Irvine Lake anywhere! Signs are posted, you will be cited and fined for making contact with the water. Please be wise, this is our drinking water, don't touch the water.
How do I put the D-tag for timing on my shoe? Click here for instructions
Can we wear costumes in the run? Go for it! We encourage you to get as creative as you want. Just make sure the costume does not impair your vision, prevent you from breathing normally, or can potentially make you trip or get snagged on an obstacle.
How much does it cost for parking? Parking is $5 for General and $10 for Preferred per car paid directly to Irvine Lake Park parking staff. Please carpool to help save fuel and space in our lots.
Do you have VIP entries? No. Everyone is treated like a VIP at our race.
Will you have a designated kid's race course area? Yes. Our Mud Puddles Kid's Course is self contained so you can watch your kids easily. Must be over age 2 to run in the kid's race area. Registration is $10 either online or the day of the event at the registration/customer care tent. Official race boxers will not be given to kids, adults only. All children must be respectful of other children, pushing or splashing will result in being removed from the kid's race area for the day.
Who will be exhibiting at your Action Sports & Eco Fair? Companies that are making a difference or enhancing our livess to make our world a better place. From the latest action sports products to eco-friendly companies making an impact. We guarantee you will pick up some new products to further enhance your active and "green" lifestyle.
Will you have food and beverages available for sale? Yes, our food vendors will offer a variety of food options. Food and beverage sales start at 7:00AM. Beer will be available from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM. Recycling bins for plastic and glass beverage bottles will be available.
Will you have a beer garden? Big Luau and Beer Garden! Quality beers including Heineken, Newcastle and others will be poured. Bring valid ID. 21 and over will be required to wear a wristband to consume alcohol only in the designated beer garden. Please do not even think about drinking and driving. If you need a ride or a cab, just go to our Customer Care Booth at the main entrance and ask!
Are kids allowed to come into the concert and beer garden areas? Children under the age of 12 must be accompanied by an adult at all times and only people over 21 years of age are allowed in the beer garden area.
How much does it cost to get into the event to just watch? Free to walk around and view the race course. Our Action Sports & Eco Fair and Food & Beverage areas are free as well. Entry into the Beer Garden and Rewind Music Festival is free for registered runners.
How much does it cost to get into the Action Sports & Eco Fair? Our Action Sports & Eco Fair and Food & Beverage areas are all access, no charge to visit these areas.
Will you have entertainment after the race? Check out the mud pit next to our awards ceremony stage for some awesome mud dives and then stay for the concert.
What do I do with all of muddy clothes after the race? Bring a washable bag to the run to hold your muddy clothes. Check the bag into our complementary bag check area.
Can I buy merchandise at the Irvine Lake Mud Run? Yes, we will have Irvine Lake Mud Run "Summer of Mud" tshirts for men and women and other Irvine Lake Mud Run products available for sale at the Irvine Lake Mud Run merchandise tent right to next to the Customer Care booth. |