Race Date is Saturday, September 25, 2010
5k/10k Trail Runs + 5k Mud Run + Kids Runs

The fifth annual Malibu Canyon Dirt Dash (formerly the Salvation Army 5k) returns September 25, 2010 with a new twist: The 5K MUD RUN: complete with awesome obstacles and a mud-tastic mud pit at the end!

Join us for a scenic trail run (5k or 10k) on the trails around Malibu Creek State Park, and the new 5k Mud Run (with rope climbs, swings, bridge crossings and mud pit). This event is for everyone: whether you are a walker, runner, adventurer, or somewhere in between. This event will provide a fun challenge and get you ready for the Summer Season of events! Event is limited to 1000 participants, so enter early!

You can register for the events, one of two ways:

1. On active.com

2. Download a mail-in entry form and mail it.

3. Download a team packet and mail it.

Entry Fees

5K TRAIL RUN - INDIVIDUAL
$30 through August 25
$35 through September 23
$40 on Race Day

10K TRAIL RUN
$35 through August 25
$40 through September 23
$45 on Race Day

5K MUD RUN
$35 through August 25
$40 through September 23
$45 on Race Day

5K TRAIL RUN AND 10K TRAIL RUN
$55 through August 25
$60 through September 23
$65 on Race Day

5K TRAIL RUN AND 5K MUD RUN
$55 through August 25
$60 through September 23
$65 on Race Day

5K / 10K AND FITNESS WALK (Youth: 4-16)
$15 through August 25
$20 through September 23
$25 on Race Day

FITNESS WALK
$30 through August 25
$35 through September 23
$40 on Race Day

KIDS MINI MUD RUN
Free (no t-shirt)

Refunds/Transfers - There are NO REFUNDS, so only register if you know you're going to make it! Bib #'s can be transferred up to one week prior to the event. The transfer fee is $10. Email info@genericevents.com to get a transfer form.

What's Going on WHEN!

SATURDAY - September 18 (one week before the race)
2:00pm - 5:00pm Packet Pick Up @ Runnergy located at 14082 Ventura Boulevard, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423.

SATURDAY - September 25 (race day)
6:30am - Race Day Packet Pick Up/Goodie Bags Opens
7:45am - Welcome / Race Briefing

7:30am - Fitness Walk Start
8:00am - 5k Trail Run Start
8:45am - 10k Trail Run Start *** NOTE NEW START TIME ***
9:00am - 5k Mud Run Start *** NOTE NEW START TIME ***
10:30am - Kids Mud Run Start *** NOTE NEW START TIME ***

8:30am - 12 noon - Post Event Festival
10:00am - Award Ceremony

12noon - Go home and nap

5k Course Description
• The 5k course dips in and around Camp Mt. Crags, Camp Gilmore and Malibu Creek State Park before an awesome finish back at camp. Their are some small climbs and descents - perfect for the beginner and challenging enough for advanced athletes. The course is 70/30 between trails and paved roads.

10k Course Description
• The 10k course follows the 5k course with dips in and around Camp Mt. Crags, Camp Gilmore and ventures deep into Malibu Creek State Park before an awesome finish back at camp. Their are some small climbs and descents - perfect for the intermediate and challenging enough for advanced athletes. The course is 90/10 between trails and paved roads.

5k Mud Run Description
The 5k Mud Run follows the same 5k course description above, but with the addition of some AWESOME OBSTACLES:
Obstacle #1 - Hay Bale Truck Jump
Obstacle #2 - Rope Hill Climb
Obstacle #3 - Bunk Bed Scramble
Obstacle #4 - Tires / Ropes / Swing Oh MY!
Obstacle #5 - THE MUD PIT

Course Maps

• PDF Course Overview - coming soon

• 5k Topo Map

• 5k Elevation Profile

• 10k Topo Map

• 10k Elevation Profile

Division are based on your age on December 31, 2010

Male/Female Divisions:

Youth (13-15)
Junior (16-19)
20 - 24
25 - 29
30 - 34
35 - 39
40 - 44
45 - 49
50 - 54
55 - 59
60 - 64
65+

Frequently Asked Questions

How Can I Fundraise?

If you're part of a team, your team captain can help decide on a fundraising goal for the group and motivate your team to reach it. If you're fundraising as an individual, you get to set your own fundraising goal! Fundraising tools are available on Active.com that allow you to email friends and family asking them to donate towards your fundraising goal. Simply follow the link, click on "Become A Fundraiser" at the top, and follow the prompts. If internet fundraising is not for you ... feel free to use our convenient Pledge Form to sign up sponsors in person. Want to double your donation to The Salvation Army? Ask about your company’s matching gift program.

How the heck do I get to the race?

From 101 Ventura Fwy:
Exit Las Virgenes Rd. - Go towards the beach Drive 5 miles then turn right into Tapia Park Follow signs to Salvation Army Camp.

From PCH Malibu: Near Pepperdine University:
Turn right onto Malibu Canyon Road Drive 5 miles then turn left into Tapia Park Folow signs to Salvation Army Camp.

Leave yourself plenty of time to park, get your transition area set up and to relax!

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Pitch in and help put on a GREAT event!

Volunteers are integral and crucial elements in making our events viable. Volunteer tasks include, among others: providing water and food, keeping runners on course, cheering runners on, keeping spirits up and making the race safer for everyone! We guarantee a great time and the time spent will be worthwhile.

You don't have to be a runner to volunteer at the event. If you have simple words of encouragement and are able to help direct runners or hand out water, you are valuable to us!

In exchange you'll get goodies (T-Shirts/Goody Bag/Swag) and refreshments, and more importantly, you will be rewarded with the pride in knowing you helped to make the event happen, and that everyone finished because of the help you offered.

If you'd like to volunteer or need more information, please contact us at 310.821.7898 or send an email to info@genericevents.com!