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Kirk Rd. Krusher / McLean Mile and 5K

10K · 5K · 1 mi · Fun Run · Walk

Apr 18, 2026 · Weston, Oregon, US

Listed Jan 16, 2025

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At a glance (AI-assisted text)

Join Run Oregon for the inaugural Kirk Rd. Krusher 10K, McLean 5K, and Mile in Weston, benefiting the Weston Food Pantry. A fun road race for all paces!

The vibe (AI-assisted text)

This event is all about community and giving back, with a strong focus on supporting the Weston Food Pantry. It's designed as a fun run/walk, welcoming participants of all abilities to enjoy a day of physical activity. You'll find a supportive atmosphere where the primary goal is to create a positive experience and raise funds for a vital local cause. Expect a friendly crowd, more focused on participation and charity than intense competition.

Best for (AI-assisted text)

This event is ideal for runners and walkers who love supporting local charities and enjoy a relaxed, community-focused atmosphere. It's perfect for families or individuals looking for a fun way to stay active while contributing to a good cause. If you're seeking an inaugural event with options for various distances, this is a great fit.

Race day (AI-assisted text)

Packet pickup and day-of registration will likely be straightforward and friendly, given the community focus. With manual timing, the race day flow will probably be relaxed, emphasizing participation over precise splits. Expect a supportive environment at the start and finish lines, with fellow runners and walkers cheering each other on. The overall feel should be inclusive and encouraging, perfect for enjoying the distances at your own pace.

Personality (AI-assisted text)

The Kirk Rd. Krusher / McLean Mile and 5K has a warm, charitable heart, aiming to bring people together for fitness and philanthropy. Its personality is welcoming and inclusive, prioritizing the joy of movement and the impact on the local food pantry. It's a feel-good event where community spirit shines, making it a truly uplifting experience.

Weather snapshot (AI-assisted text)

Taking place in April in Weston, Oregon, you can expect variable spring weather. Temperatures could range from cool to mild, making for comfortable running conditions. However, spring in the Pacific Northwest often brings a chance of rain, so it's wise to be prepared for anything from sunshine to light showers.

Terrain & course feel (AI-assisted text)

The event is explicitly described as a 'road race,' so you can anticipate running on paved surfaces. Without further details, it's reasonable to expect a course with some gentle undulations typical of rural roads, but likely no significant climbs or technical sections. It should be a straightforward road experience.

Signals we noticed (from listing text, AI-assisted)

  • charitable events mentioned
  • benefit the local community mentioned
  • Weston Food Pantry named beneficiary
  • inaugural fun run mentioned
  • manually timed mentioned
  • road race mentioned
  • FUN run/walk mentioned
  • day of registration mentioned
  • Run Oregon hosts

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Do you enjoy running in charitable events that benefit the local community?  Do you like a challenging road race?  Or do you like an easy stroll?  If you've said yes to any one of these, then our event is one you need to do!  Please join us for the Kirk Rd Krusher 10K and McLean Mile and 5K hosted by Run Oregon, an event for the entire family!  This road race is a FUN run/walk designed to create an environment that promotes physical fitness.  A portion of the proceeds generated from this event will be donated directly to the Weston Food Pantry, the named beneficiary for this inaugural fun run.  This event will be manually timed, our primary goal is to create a fun experience for runners/walkers and raise funds for the local food pantry.

The Weston Food Pantry is open for anyone who is food insecure twice each month.  The Weston Food Pantry helps anyone who comes to the pantry and says that they need food, in December they served 100 families who needed food!  The Weston Food Pantry doesn't care where people live, no one gets turned away.  Typical food includes fruit, vegetables, canned food, dried food, bread, milk, eggs, cheese, butter and a variety of meats.

Run Oregon is a locally based company whose mission is to promote opportunities in local communities to maintain an active lifestyle through organized fitness events.  Run Oregon’s goal is to provide runners, walkers, and joggers with opportunities to maintain their way of life.  Our events are designated to promote physical fitness and give back to the local community through event fundraisers.  

We will accept day of registration for an additional $10 per entrant.  

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