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Ventura County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Upper Ojai Team
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Events organized by Ventura County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Upper Ojai Team
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Sat, Oct 24, 2026 at 7:00 AMSee full details
This run will open for registration on June 20, 2026.
This October 24, 2026 13.1 extreme Eco-Trail run on Santa Cruz Island is a Wilderness run from sea level @ Santa Cruz Island's Prisoners Cove, up through the Nature Conservancy Wilderness, though the central valley, island highlands, peaks, valleys, and mountains, then back to Prisoner's Cove.
This run course offers the best of the National Park and Santa Cruz Island.
The number of entries is regulated by the National Park Service Those who have run before describe the run as the most unique wilderness run in the Pacific.
Our private Island Packers boat ride out and back is a blast, we see so many whales and dolphins.
This run is not suitable for trail walkers or first-time runners. It is a challenging extreme run in a wilderness setting. There are areas of steep single track that have to be walked even by the best. Take a look at past results for times. This will give you an idea. Www.runsantacruzisland.org
We have a Cutoff-Time on the race to be at the second to last aid station. This allows our SAR members to get you back to the start via 4-Wheel drive before the boat leaves the island.
We have a great complimentary after-party lunch on the island.
Past runners overwhelming tell us this is the most remote and scenic run available on the West Coast of the USA.
This is a full non-profit event and your entry helps our Sheriff's Volunteer Search and Rescue Unit while promoting the outdoors, community health, and fitness.
Thus, there are no refunds.
The course can change from the published description when on race day at the island. If we get rained out or any other action out of our control such as; Natural Disaster, Marine weather or Marine Equipment issues, COVID, permit change, TNC Research Conflicts, NPS cancels our changes restrictions on our Federal permit, laws change, Island Packers, Nature Conservancy requests, weather or health issue or such, your money will still be used for 100% non-profit, take the donation tax write off, and we thank you.
We will make every attempt to move the whole race and your entry if we have to cancel the entire race for any reason listed above. There is no planned backup date.
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Email:
Check www.runsantacruzisland.org
Go to our website to see more. www.runsantacruzisland.org
If the race registration is full, send us an email to be on the waitlist, we do get cancellations. Last year we filled 19 additional spots.
Event details and schedule
VENTURA COUNTY SHERIFF'S SEARCH AND RESCUE October 24, 2026 Santa Cruz Island 13.1 MILE ECO-EXTREME HALF MARATHON in Ventura, California.
Registration opens June 20, 2026
No show-up registrations. The run fills during the online registration . If you want to be on a waiting list we do get cancellations and will contact you.
We will give you your race packets on race day between 5 am and 5:45 am at Island Packers 1691 Spinnaker Drive, Ventura (at Ventura Harbor), and provide you with your race materials including race number and grab bag.
If you're an early bird get there at 5am. If you procrastinate, get there at 5:30. You can bring a change of clothes and other personal items that can fit in a day pack (please mark your bags) as the Island Packers Boat will be assigned to the race event for the whole day. You can get to your change of clothes (for the finish party) that will be delivered to the finish.
We will depart the harbor at 6 am Sharp. Allow plenty of time to park your car and get signed in. We can't wait for late arrivals.
You are going to have a blast.
www.runsantacruzisland.org has all the run details, registration day, and run photos
Text 805-558-8987 (No Calls)
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Distance: 16.9 km from Santa PaulaFri, Jul 10, 2026 at 5:45 PMSee full details
Join us for the 2nd Annual Riverpark 5k Summer Series! This is a run/walk event, with the course being located on a bike path and sidewalk. 5k event starts at 6:00pm each week, and Free Kids 1k is at 5:45pm. The starting and ending point is located at Windrow Park. Each race is limited to first 150 registrants!
T-Shirts will be for sale at the event, or online for $20 or FREE T-shirt by registering for at least 2 of the 3 races.
As this is a series, awards will be given to the top 3 in each age category at the conclusion of Week 3 (7/24) at Window Park.
Choose to participate with us for 1, 2, or all 3 weeks! Plus, there is a discount for registering for all 3 races (full series)! Each finisher in the Kids 1k races receives a finisher medal! 100% of the proceeds go towards Rio Mesa Cross Country and Track teams.
Course map is located here.
Check-in for bibs will be located in the park starting at 5:00pm each week.
Series Points for Riverpark 5k:
Age Group Points are given based on what place you get in your age group each week (please note age is based on your age on the last day of the series). If you don't place in the top 9 in your age group, you get 1 point for participating each week. Age groups are: 1-12, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+.
1st Place - 10 Points
2nd Place - 8 Points
3rd Place - 7 Points
4th Place - 6 Points
5th Place - 5 Points
6th Place - 4 Points
7th Place - 3 Points
8th Place - 2 Points
9th or greater Place - 1 Point
For all inquiries, please email [email protected]
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Distance: 19.3 km from Santa PaulaSat, Jul 18, 2026 at 9:00 AM
2026 Strawberry Fields 5K & 2K
5K starts at 9am / 2K starts at 10am
Packet pickup on race day - 6:30am
Strawberry Fields medals for all finishers & T-Shirts as supplies last
Fresh Strawberries for finishers (while supplies last)
Race Limited to 300 runners
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Distance: 23.9 km from Santa PaulaSun, Aug 16, 2026 at 12:07 AMSee full details
It's time for the Pacific Breeze 5k, 10k, 15k, Half Marathon fun run/walk!!
Check-in - 6:45-7:30AM
Start - 7:30AM
Sunday August 16th, 2026
Included in registration —
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custom finisher medals
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drawstring goodie bags
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free videos
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live results the moment you finish
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free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
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FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
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assortment of snacks, samples
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friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
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affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
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group discounts for 3 or more people discount auto applied on Race Ascend
Group discounts for 5 or more people by emailing us at [email protected] for group registration.
Half marathon cut off 10:45am, option to start early to finish by 10:45am, please email for early start [email protected]
Address - Surfers Point at Seaside Park, Shoreline Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
Google Maps - Surfers Point at Seaside Park, Shoreline Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
Apple Maps - 34.274256, -119.300267
Event details and schedule
Included in registration —
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custom finisher medals
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drawstring goodie bags
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free videos
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live results the moment you finish
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free photos found by your bib · cinematic race highlight reels · trophies & achievement badges as you hit milestones · your Ascend Index ranking across every race · Ascend Crew to follow friends & chase their times
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FREE A Better World Running APP to keep track of all your races, photos and videos
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assortment of snacks, samples
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friendly, relaxed, fun, and personal racing experience for all levels and abilities
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affordable cost and fun for the whole family!
Address - Surfers Point at Seaside Park, Shoreline Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
Google Maps - Surfers Point at Seaside Park, Shoreline Dr, Ventura, CA 93001
Apple Maps - 34.274256, -119.300267
There is a photo of the map on the website -- www.abetterworldrunning.com
Pacers and crew are welcome at any time. There are numerous restrooms and water fountains along the course.
Course map: The course is super easy to follow. It will consist of out and back loops on the beach path that will be marked.
- Aid station is at the turn around at the start/finish has water cups, water bottles, Gatorade cups, Gu gels.
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5k out and back route - https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6614357468/
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10k 2 x 5k loops
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15k 3 x 5k loops
- Half marathon 3 x 4.36 mi loop - will go south first with the 5k, 10k, 15k, and go north back to start/finish/aid station and continue north to turn around marked by cones, chalk, and sign https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6614358708/
Running/walking with a stroller is allowed. 3:15 time limit for the half marathon. If more time is needed, please email us at [email protected] for early start.
ALL finishers get a medal. All results will be posted after the event on our website usually the evening of the event on www.abetterworldrunning.com
We emphasize a more relaxed, fun and personal racing experience!
OFFICIAL TIMES AND PLACES WILL BE POSTED ON OUR WEBSITE: www.abetterworldrunning.com
NO REFUNDS NO BANDITS
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Distance: 23 km from Santa PaulaSat, Dec 19, 2026 at 8:30 AMSee full details
The 5k/10k course will be in and around the streets of Dos Vientos (Newbury Park, CA). The 5k is relatively flat and a great family run or walk. The 10k, however is a little more difficult with several moderately challenging climbs. Both courses will be timed. AWARDS WiLL BE GIVEN to the top 3 male and female finishers in each race. All participants will also receive a race tee-shirt and a Specialized customized 24 ounce water bottle.
All events take place at Dos Vientos Community Park
Plenty of parking and restroom facilities
(DOGS ARE NOT ALLOWED)
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Distance: 23.2 km from Santa PaulaSun, Feb 21, 2027
Ready to take on an exceptional challenge while enjoying breathtaking scenery? 🏃♂️ The Ventura Marathon is the perfect event for you! A course that takes you from city to city, with a stunning view of the oceanfront... simply magical!