This event was approved by the Town of Gilbert on September 1st and will take place as scheduled.
Lupus Awareness Month is an annual observance, during the month of May, to call attention to lupus and its impact on the lives of millions of individuals and families. Lupus takes its name from the Latin word "lupus", meaning wolf.
Lupus is a lifelong disorder of the immune system and diagnosing it can be tricky. Lupus may sound like an exotic, rare disease, but it’s not one to be overlooked. The disease can mimic other conditions, and it often takes a different course in different people. Many people have it for years before developing tell-tale symptoms. Although there is no one test for lupus, certain proteins usually show up in a patient's blood. A blood test for antinuclear antibodies (ANAs) can provide a critical clue. A tell-tale sign of lupus is a butterfly-shaped rash across the cheeks and bridge of the nose. Like many other life-threatening autoimmune diseases, it is important to know the early warning signs of Lupus so that any sufferers may begin battling it early on.
With Lupus, immune cells attack the body's own healthy tissues, leading to inflammation and tissue damage. Symptoms may be limited to the skin, but more often lupus also causes internal problems such as joint pain. In severe cases, it can damage the heart, kidneys, and other vital organs. Although there's no cure, there are treatments that can minimize the damage. Thanks to improvements in treatments for lupus, people with the condition are living significantly longer. The outlook for any given individual depends on how severe the disease is, and whether any vital organs are affected. But most people with lupus can expect to live a normal or nearly normal life span.
Join us to bring awareness and increase the understanding, among the general public, of what this disease can do and why it’s so key to know the facts.
On behalf of all Purple Butterfly Warriors, we thank you for participating, spreading awareness, and helping to raise critical funds to Tame the Wolf!
Registration fees
5K Run/Walk Closed
Online registration closed-
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$30.00Feb 19 – Aug 31
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$35.00Sep 1 – Oct 16
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Virtual Run Closed
Online registration closed-
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$30.00Feb 19 – Aug 31
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$35.00Sep 1 – Oct 16
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About the Lupus Foundation of America
The Lupus Foundation of America works to improve the quality of life for all people affected by lupus through programs of research, education, support and advocacy. To give directly to the Lupus Foundation please visit their website here.
COVID-19
Due to COVID-19 there will be changes in place to keep everyone safe.
- There will be staggered starts with assigned start times. Participants will not be allowed in the event area until their assigned start time. Time slots will start at 7am and go every 10 minutes until 8am. There will be a max of 40 people allowed to sign up for each time slot.
- There will be no water or Gatorade coolers out on the course or in the event area. We will only supply bottled water on the course. The event area will have bottled water and pre-packaged food.
- All StartLine staff will have masks and gloves
- Participants will be required to wear a mask in the event area but not out on the course.
- There will be no awards ceremony. Age group awards will be mailed out following the race.
If, for some reason, we are forced to cancel this event, all registered participants will be given the following options:
- Transfer to 2021 event
- Transfer to virtual event
If you have any questions in regards to this policy please email us at info@startlineracing.com.
Mail-in and Virtual Registration
To register by mail please complete and return our Mail-in Registration Form! Please make check payable to StartLine Racing.
Can't make it to this year's event but still want to participate? We are excited to announce our Tame the Wolf Virtual Race. A virtual race is a race that can be ran at any location. You can walk, use the treadmill, run outside or participate in another race. You can run your race at your pace wherever you like. All virtual race participants will receive a custom event finisher's medal and custom event dri-fit tech t-shirt. All you have to do is register above! Please note - your virtual packet will be mailed out the week following the event.
Virtual Registrations are restricted to US addresses only. If you reside outside of the US and wish to participate please contact StartLine Racing at info@startlineracing.com
All Participants Receive:
Custom Event Finisher's Medal for all participants
Custom Event Dri-Fit Tech T-Shirt for all participants
Age Group Awards for Top Three in all Age Groups. Our age groups are the following:
8 & Under, 9 & 10, 11-13, 14-17, 18-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75 & over
Pre- and Post-Race "Runner's Brunch" (granola bars, fruit, water, Gatorade, etc)
Chip Timed with Real Time Results and Photos on our Website or Mobile App (on Apple and Google)
Managed by StartLine Racing. Club SLR discounts do not apply.
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Race Day Information
Race Day Registration will be available beginning at 6:50am at Freestone Park for those participants who chose the 7am time slot.
We accept cash, check, or credit card on race day. There will be no race day registration available.
Cost of registration on race day will be $40.
We welcome wheelchairs, strollers & wagons.
No roller blades, skateboards or motorized devices are allowed on the run or walk courses.
Leashed pet and walker friendly
This event will take place rain or shine. There are no refunds for due to weather.
Course Map
Route map for Freestone Park 5k by StartLine Racing on plotaroute.com
Packet Pick-up Opportunities
Friday, October 16, 2020 from 3:00 - 6:00pm at Road Runner Sports in Tempe (map).
Road Runner Sports is located at Tempe Marketplace at 43 S McClintock Drive, Tempe, Arizona 85281
You can also pickup your packet during your assigned time on race day.
Event schedule
- Fri, October 16, 2020 3:00 PM - Packet Pick up at Road Runner Sports in Tempe from 3-6pm
- Sat, October 17, 2020 7:00 AM - Staggered 5K Run/Walk Begins
Contact information
- Event contact
- StartLine Racing
- info@startlineracing.com
- Phone
- +1 480-912-7878
- Website
- Visit website
