Blazing Trails for Brain Injury
About this race
Lace Up and Blaze a Trail!
Join us for the Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 5K Run / 1-Mile Walk & Roll, hosted by the Brain Injury Association of Nebraska! Whether you're sprinting toward a PR or strolling with friends and family, this all-abilities, family-friendly event is your chance to break a sweat, make memories, and make a difference.
🟢 Race Day: Saturday, June 13, 2026
🕗 On-site registration opens at 8:00 a.m. ($50/person)
👕 Register by May 30 to guarantee your event t-shirt!
The 5K will be professionally timed by Peak Performance: The Running Store—perfect for those chasing their next race qualification. Not a runner? No problem! Our 1-Mile Walk/Roll is all about community, connection, and celebration. Expect plenty of water, snacks, and good vibes at every turn.
All proceeds support BIA-NE’s mission to build awareness and provide resources for Nebraskans impacted by brain injury. From peer support networks to life-changing resources, your participation helps us keep moving forward—together. Learn more about what we do at biane.org.
🎉 Ready to roll?
Register solo or rally your crew—friends, family, or coworkers—for a team challenge! (Note: To receive the group rate, all team members must register at the same time.)
💙 Can’t make the race but still want to support the cause? Register for a virtual event and Blaze a Trail on your own time!
Consider adding a donation or creating your own fundraiser page when you register. Every step counts toward a brighter future for our brain injury community.
Thank you for your generosity and support. We can’t wait to see you on the trail!
Pick your distance
Running
Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 5K Run
LOCATION START: Behind Natural Resources Center building. Look for signs for Run Check-in. COURSE ROUTE: 5K Distance: 3.1 Miles. This race follows a single track on perimeter trail North/Northeast around beautiful Wehrspann Lake. Course is paved path, mixed flat and hills, good for all skill levels. The path can be narrow therefore we would like to limit the 5K event to runners only. No strollers. AWARDS: Awards will be given to the First Male and Female Finisher, Second Place Male and Female Finisher, and Third Place Male and Female Finisher. T-SHIRTS: Standard sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. XXL available for an additional $2 fee. NO REFUNDS. Registrations made after May 30 can note t-shirt size preference but are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 5K - Virtual Challenge
JOIN VIRTUALLY: Unable to join the event in Omaha but still want to participate? Create your own run/walk where you are or create a virtual team online. Virtual registration is $25 if you’d like a T-Shirt sent to you. T-SHIRTS: Standard sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. XXL available for an additional $2 fee. NO REFUNDS. Registrations made after May 30 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 1 Mile Walk/Roll - Virtual Challenge
JOIN VIRTUALLY: Unable to join the event in Omaha but still want to participate? Create your own run/walk where you are or create a virtual team online. Virtual registration is $25 if you’d like a T-Shirt sent to you. T-SHIRTS: Standard sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. XXL available for an additional $2 fee. NO REFUNDS. Registrations made after May 30 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Walking
Blazing Trails for Brain Injury 1 Mile Walk/Roll
LOCATION START: South/Southwest of Natural Resources Center. Look for signs for Walk/Roll Check-in. This race follows a simple, relatively low-incline path from the Natural Resources Center to the entrance of the recreation area. T-SHIRTS: Standard sizes: Small, Medium, Large, and X-Large. XXL available for an additional $2 fee. NO REFUNDS. Registrations made after May 30 are not guaranteed a t-shirt.
Typical race-day weather
Based on 5 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Omaha, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 5:50 AM and sets at 8:57 PM local time (CDT) in Omaha on June 13, 2026 — 15h 07m of daylight.
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