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TRIATHLON, DUATHLON, AQUABIKE: SPRINT DISTANCE EVENT

RACE INFORMATION

• Registration cutoff is 6:00 am on race day or when field limit is reached if earlier

• Field limit is 500

• T-shirts are NOT guaranteed if you sign up after April 4

• Transition Area: Bike racks are coordinated to match with your assigned race number. Place your bike in the rack corresponding with your number

• Body Marking: All athletes will be marked with race number and age

• Swim Caps: Swim caps are provided in your race packet and must be worn. Your cap color identifies your swim start position

EVENT TIMELINE

• 6:00 a.m. Park opens

• 6:00 a.m. - 7:30 a.m. Check-in

• 7:30 a.m. Report to the beach for the swim seed positioning and duathlon course start

• 7:45 a.m. Start sequence information and last minute course updates

• 8:00 a.m. Race starts

• 11:00 a.m. Awards ceremony begins

TRIATHLON COURSE:

Swim Course: The 600 meter swim course is a triangle shape with the swim start and exit at the shoreline area marked by large START and FINISH signs. The wetsuit ruling will be made when the USAT Official takes the race day water temperature reading on the morning of the race. Wetsuits are legal when the water temperature is below 78 degrees.The swim portion of the race will be conducted in a time trial start with athletes lining up in race number sequence and starting every 5 seconds.

Bike Course: The bike course is 13.8 miles. The course is a clockwise loop course that follows the main road out of the park onto smooth, paved county roads. The course is characterized as rolling hills to flat with a few sections of up/downhill portions. Turns will be marked with staff/sheriff personnel. The course is marked with directional signs and mile markers are provided every two miles.

Run Course: The 5 kilometer run course is a loop design with the first mile taking place around the park lake on a flat, paved trail. The second mile travels along an unpaved park road onto a paved county road to the turnaround. The final mile travels back along the county paved road and unpaved park road. You will finish across the paved road on the lake dam.

DUATHLON COURSE:

The first run leg starts at the lake dam vicinity of the swim start and follows the triathlon run course in reverse. The bike leg is the same as the triathlon course. The final run leg is the same as the triathlon course.

AQUABIKE COURSE:

All Aquabikers start in the time trial swim start and complete the same swim and bike course as the triathletes. After completing the bike course, athletes should rack their bike and exit transition with the runners (opposite the bike in and out) and go around transition to the finish line. Aquabikers will find a green wrist band in their packets to be worn during the race to help distinguish you.

COURSE MAP:

Course maps are available below and will also be included in your race packet.

RULES:

All Tri the Parks races are USAT Sanctioned. All USAT rules are in effect. Approved helmets only, no drafting, and no blocking. All rules will be enforced by USAT Officials to ensure a safe and fair competition. All participants, including relay team members, must be a USAT member or have purchased a one-day license ($15) during registration.

PARKING:

Parking opens at 6:00 AM and will begin immediately inside the park gate with volunteer attendants who will direct you to a space. It is a short walk to transition, but please remember your photo ID with you to the registration area.

Miles For Moms 5K is an official Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifying event!

Paulding Pregnancy Services is hosting its 5th annual Miles For Moms 5K! This event proudly benefits Paulding Pregnancy Services, a 501(c)3 non-profit that has served the community since 1999. All services we offer are at no cost to the community, and we have provided assistance and resources for thousands of women and families. All proceeds for this race will go directly to fund our services that help our community, like our Earn While You Learn and Car Seat Safety programs. Just in the last year, we provided, at no cost to our clients, 1123 client care sessions. This included 340 prenatal and parenting classes, 262 ultrasounds, and 33 car seats. We also gave away over 3900 maternity and baby items such as clothes, diapers, cribs, high chairs, and more!

Miles For Moms 5K will begin at 8:00am. Runners will begin and end in the parking lot of Fortified Hills Baptist Church. They will enjoy making a scenic rolling loop on Old Dallas Road, Holland Road, Cook Road, and Brinkley Road. Our Miles for Moms 5K is perfect for both avid runners and those that want to just stroll and chat with friends. Runners, Joggers, and Walkers will enjoy a fun filled event while supporting a worthy cause. Strollers are permitted, and children in strollers do not need to register. Pets are not permitted.

Exciting news! Miles For Moms 5K is an official Atlanta Journal-Constitution Peachtree Road Race qualifying event! Our route is certified! Certification GA22034WC

Event details and schedule

Timing and Results: Finish line management and results will be provided by Elite Race Timing. We will have a photographer taking finish line photos that will be posted after the race.

Awards: The overall M and F winners get a trophy. Awards for each age bracket, male and female, will also get an award. Age and gender bracket winners will be available to view following the race. Medals and T-shirts will not be mailed to participants. They are only available at the race venue on race day. Awards will be given at the end of the race.

Age brackets are as follows: Overall Male/Female; 10 and under; 11-20; 21-30; 31-40; 41-50; 51-60; and 61 and over.

Shirts and Goodies: Swag Bags and Shirts are guaranteed to those who register by Sunday, April 5, 2026. Those who register after that date and on race day are not guaranteed a swag bag, a shirt or one in their size.

Race day check-in is required for everyone participating, whether you pre-registered or same day register. Race day registration is available via QR code for $40 from 7am to 7:45am. Credit or debit card only.

Weather: In case of rain, Miles for Moms 5K will still go on. In event of dangerous weather, the race will be cancelled. No refunds will be given in the event of dangerous weather or cancellation.

All registrations are final.

A special thank you to all of the sponsors who have already stepped up for the 2026 Miles for Moms 5K! If you’re interested in becoming a race sponsor, check out our informational page that includes various sponsorship options, swag bag placement, social media marketing and logo placement, and sponsor benefits. For details in becoming a corporate sponsor, visit www.ppsfriends.org/events

AT THIS TIME... the Light the Way 5K is looking to be rescheduled. Please check back later for further details!

Be a part of history!! As Paulding County launches its first-ever Light the Way 5K, a community road race created to benefit Make-A-Wish Georgia and support a local Paulding County family. This inaugural event brings together purpose, celebration, and a whole lot of heart. The race will start and end in Veterans Memorial Park in Dallas GA (located at 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas, GA 30132.)

Whether you're running solo or signing up as a couple, everyone is invited to help us kick off this brand-new tradition. Couples receive a discounted registration rate, making it the perfect event to run and enjoy the festivities together.

Event Highlights:

· Date & Time: Saturday Morning, May 9th, 2026. 5K Race Time: 8:00 AM

· Pre-Registration Packet Pickup: Will be held Friday, May 8th from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM in the Cafeteria Lobby of the Administration Building also located at 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas, GA 30132.)

5K Race Entry Fee: $30 Individual OR $50 per couple (discounted rate! - If you are a couple running - Email us about a Discount Coupon and we’ll get you taken care of! Send email to: matt@wire2wirerunning.com)

· Included with Registration: An Awesome Event shirt!

· Who It Benefits: Make-A-Wish Georgia & a local Paulding County family

Race Start / Finish Line: Both the Starting Line & The Finish Line are located in Veterans Memorial Park in Dallas GA (located at 240 Constitution Blvd., Dallas, GA 30132.) The route will take place in / around the park as well as the entire Watson Government Complex!

Race Parking: Will also be available on site in the Park HOWEVER... PLEASE NOTE that the roads within the park WILL CLOSE at 7:30 AM Race Morning to allow for the safety of the runners at the Start! SCROLL DOWN to the "Race day Parking" Section to see full Parking Map.

🏆 Awards Prizes will be awarded to top three Female / Males finishers as well as the Top Masters Female / Male finisher.

5K Age Categories as follows: 10 & Under, 11–14, 15–19, 20–24, 25–29, 30–34, 35–39, 40–44, 45–49, 50–54, 55–59, 60–64, 65–69, 70 & Over

Join us as we light the way — for wishes, for community, and for the very first time!

Nise’s Race

Nise’s Race was created in loving memory of Catherine Denise Owens Thompson, affectionately known as “Nise.” She was a devoted mother, grandmother, wife, daughter, sister, friend, and a faithful servant at her church. On October 13, 2018, after a courageous five-year battle with cervical cancer, she passed away at the age of 56.

What You Should Know About Cervical Cancer

Cervical cancer is Preventable.

Through regular check-ups, health screenings, and the HPV vaccine, women can take proactive steps to prevent and or detect cervical cancer in its early stages when it's most treatable.

What You Should Know About Nise

Nise had an outgoing personality and love radiated from her. She was a people person, a hugger, and a woman of deep purpose. She found fulfillment in working with children, dedicating her career as a paraprofessional at Scoggins Middle School and Dallas Elementary School.

She was also a devoted wife to Army veteran Larry Thompson, sharing 36 years of marriage and living out their vows "until death do us part." She leaves behind three daughters and two grandsons, along with a legacy of kindness, love, and service.

What You Should Know About Nikki

Her daughter, Nikki, is a health and fitness enthusiast with a passion for helping others. Inspired by her mother’s memory, she is committed to taking action and making a difference in women's health.

Our Mission

We are on a mission to help as many women as possible prioritize their health because when women are physically and mentally well, they lead happier and fulfilled lives. Healthy and fulfilled women build strong families, and thriving families create vibrant and prosperous communities.

All life begins with a woman. When we enlighten her and empower her, we ignite a spark that will inspire generations to come.

Join us for a fun, active family event in support of a great cause. Your participation means the world to us and together, we can help save lives.

💙 Hud’s Heart 5K & Fun Run ❤️

Running With Purpose • Honoring Hud • Raising CHD Awareness

“Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.”

— Proverbs 4:23

Join us during American Heart Month for the 4th Annual Hud’s Heart 5K & Fun Run, a purpose-driven community event created to raise awareness for Congenital Heart Defects (CHD) and to honor the life, memory, and lasting legacy of Hud.

This special event brings together runners, walkers, families, and supporters of all ages to move with purpose.

This event is more than a race — it is a mission. Every step taken represents hope for families impacted by CHD, awareness for hearts still fighting, and remembrance for hearts gone too soon. The timed 5K welcomes runners seeking competition or personal achievement, while the Fun Run offers a family-friendly, inclusive option for children, walkers, and supporters of all ages.

Every step taken helps shine a light on CHD, supports families impacted by congenital heart conditions, and keeps Hud’s heart beating through awareness, community, and hope. Whether you’re running for a cause, walking in remembrance, or cheering from the sidelines — your presence matters.

Our Mission:

Hud’s Heart exists to bring light to CHD, support families walking this journey, and turn loss into lasting purpose. Through events like this 5K, we honor Hud by serving others, building community, and reminding the world that even the smallest hearts can leave the biggest impact.

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, you are helping carry Hud’s heart forward — spreading awareness, compassion, and hope.

Together, we can run like a warrior! ❤️💙

“Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus.” Hebrews 12:1