PHASE Cycling Membership 2026

Marathon & 10K takes us along the entirety of the storied Civil War Defenses of Washington Trail (Trail Map PDF). this 'proper' trail run (i.e. dirt + elevation ;-) has two distance options:

• Half Marathon (out and back; 1,375ft elevation gain) - Strava Route Map

• 10K (one-way, northbound; 467ft elevation gain) - Strava Route Map

is certified, for the serious runners. We plan to have course monitors to direct you to the turns from the Parkway. If you’re not familiar with the route, it is on our website.

For the 5K: The race start will begin immediately after the 10K begins. As before, the race route is only on the Parkway, measuring about 3.3 miles.

Conference each year to teach, learn, network, and share best practices.

This year, NASFAA has selected First Generation College Bound as our conference charitable organization. You can support this organization by participating in our Charity 5K (in person or virtually), attending our Charity Trivia Night, participating in Topgolf Game Play, or making a donation.

Important Notes

• Our charity events are strictly donation-based, with a required minimum donation amount listed for each event.

• The Charity Trivia Night and Topgolf Game Play events will occur at the same time and place. Please register for one or the other - not both.

• 5K T-shirts are only available for those who register by May 15, 2026.

• Want to register for more than one event? Choose the bundle option to register for the 5K and trivia night, OR the 5K and Topgolf game play.

Direct Donations

Direct donations can be made throughout the conference without registering for an event. You may also register for an event and donate in addition to your registration fee. Please select the "donate now" buttons on the right or left panels of this page.

Thank you for your support and participation.

We'll see you soon in National Harbor!

independence. All donations will directly support veteran programs and services. Whether you're running, walking, or cheering from the sidelines, you're making a difference.

Be a hero for our heroes.

Race Starts: 7am but please arrive a hour early for bib pick up

Chip Timed Race

Race Start Location: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Packet Pickup: Packet pickup is available at the event. We recommend arriving one hour before the race start to check in and receive your race bib.

GreenWell Foundation: percentage of the proceeds will go to the GreenWell Foundation

Awards: We will award the top three men and women finalist during our post race award ceremony.

Photos: Race photos will be available the next day

Swag Bag: Swag Bag is included in the price, you will receive it after you cross the finish line

Water Station: 3 water stations will be along the trail.

Parking: 100 MGM National Ave, Oxon Hill, MD 20745

Extra parking will be across the street in the MGM parking garage

Please note that race shirts are guaranteed to runners registered before June 19, 2026. We will order extra t-shirts for those who register after that date, but it is on a first-come first-served basis.

Race course: https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6662509244/

promote awareness programs and provide services to improve the mental health of young people of color.

Race Details

In-Person 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

The event will be held rain or shine unless the weather conditions are unsafe (ex. lightning).

Location: Freedom Plaza, Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington DC

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Check-in: Starts at 7:00 am. Arrival prior to 7:45 am required to participate in race.

Awards and Prizes: At 9:30 am, awards will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place finishers in the Men's Division, Women's Division, and Nonbinary Division. Random drawing winners will be announced following the awards ceremony.

Remote 5K Run and 1 Mile Fun Walk & Roll

Monitor the weather conditions in your area and put safety first.

Location: Your home community. Join your team's local event or participate on your own schedule throughout the day.

Date: Saturday, July 11, 2026

Schedule of Events

• Wheaton Regional Park opens at sunrise. For the best parking, please arrive early.

• Registration and Packet Pickup opens at 7:00 am to collect your bib and enter into the random prize drawing.

• Arrival prior to 7:45 am is required to ensure your participation in the race.

• Brief speaking program begins at 7:30 am.

• The 5K run, walk, and roll will begin promptly at 8:00 am.

• The 5K concludes at 9:30 am.

• At 9:30 am, Men's Division, Women's Division, and Nonbinary Division winners will be announced, followed by winners of the random prize drawings.

• To view division winners and participants' times following the 5K, click here.

Transportation & Parking

• The main parking lot is Wheaton Regional Park Carousal Parking Lot (Navigate to 2000 Shorefield Rd, Wheaton, Maryland 20902)

• Overflow parking is available at Pine Lake Parking (2004 Shorefield Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20902)

• The closest metro station to Wheaton Regional Park is Glenmont Station - Red Line (24 minute walk to race start)

Questions on event day? Please email [email protected].

About the APA's MOORE Equity in Mental Health Initiative

The APA invites you to join us in combating youth mental health inequities and in honoring mental health advocate Bebe Moore Campbell. Your time and dollars can help make a difference for young people facing mental health challenges. Funds raised support the event and benefit the APA/APAF MOORE Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program, which supports community organizations addressing the mental health needs of young people.

Get Social! As you run, walk and roll be sure to share to social media and use our hashtags!

• #Moore5K

• #MooreEquityInMentalHealth

• #BebeMooreCampbell

Continue Your Fundraising Until July 31st! Funds benefit the APA/APAF Moore Equity in Mental Health Community Grants Program.

Read more about your impact by clicking here.