
From the Organizer
This is a community event where every participant will run and/or walk a full 5K around the Del Trail (Skagit Playfields), named for MVHS's long time distance coach, Jess del Bosque. Each participant will receive a *T-shirt and Santa's hat. All the "Santas" will be led by a team of "reindeer" (MVHS XC runners) at the start. Ornament medals will be handed out to top finishers in each age group Water and hot drinks will be provided after the race.
Registration check-in can be done the morning of the run/walk on Saturday, December 19th at 9am (run starts at 10am).
All proceeds will go the the Non-School District Mount Vernon Athletic Fund and will benefit runners attending XC Summer Camp. Donations are gladly accepted. Thank you for your support!!!
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*Registration needs to be made by December 13th to receive a T-shirt.
This event/activity is NOT being sponsored by the Mount Vernon School District, and the District assumes no responsibility for the conduct or safety of the event/activity. In consideration for the privilege to distribute these materials, the Mount Vernon School District shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim or petition filed in any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these materials, including all costs, attorney’s fees and judgments or awards.
Este evento/actividad NO es patrocinado por el Distrito Escolar de Mount Vernon y el Distrito no asume ninguna responsabilidad por la conducta o seguridad del
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Events
Weather
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
44°
Typical Low
34°
Chance of Rain
66%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Sedro-Woolley, 7 mi from the venue.
Host City
Nearest Airport
BLI
Bellingham International Airport · 32 mi
Major Hub
SEA
Seattle–Tacoma International Airport · 66 mi
Time Zone
Pacific Time
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Bulldog 5K Sleigh Ride Fun Run/Walk
Dec 19, 2026