The DIRWIN DASH, A Bearded Bash
The DIRWIN DASH, A Bearded Bash Race Description
The DIRWIN DASH
"A Bearded Bash" 5K Run/Walk is held in loving memory of Dave Irwin, a cherished guidance counselor and friend at Heritage Christian School. His absence is deeply felt throughout our community—whether in the classrooms and hallways, on the cross country course, at athletic events, or most profoundly, in our hearts.
Mr. Irwin made a lasting impact on countless students. He was a steady presence—offering guidance, sharing joy, meeting needs, building friendships, and always pointing others to Jesus. His love for cross country was well known, making this race a fitting tribute to his life and legacy.
Proceeds from this event will go toward supporting the students of Heritage Christian School, continuing the work Mr. Irwin so faithfully and selflessly carried out.
~~Psalm 119:32 “I run in the path of your commands, for you have set my heart free.”~~
T-shirt included with Registration (NOT GUARANTEED WITH REGISTRATIONS AFTER SEPTEMBER 13th)
- Race Routes:(All participants are responsible for understanding the route)
(RUN)
(WALK)
Venue Location: Fox River Park W264 S4500 River Road • Waukesha 53189 at Picnic area #3.
- Parking Instructions:
- Parking requires a Waukesha County Parks Daily Permit, which is $7 or have an annual membership sticker. https://www.waukeshacounty.gov/landandparks/park-system/park-fees/ParkEntry/ Daily permits can be paid online the day of or with in 4 days of event. Parking is available inside the park at picnic area #2.
- Race Day Agenda:
- 745am-845am Registration and Check-In
- 845am Opening Ceremony
- 9am Run Start and Walk to follow all Runners(Horn Start)
- 10am Award Ceremony and Tribute
- Award Information:
- Gold Medal to Top Female and Male Runner who is a Heritage Christian Alum or Current Student
- Medals to Male and Female Participant
- 1st (Gold) (In the event a HCS Alum or current student is the overall winner in the male or female category. The 1st, 2nd, 3rd place order will proceed starting at the next runner in either category)
- 2nd (Silver)
- 3rd (Bronze)
- Pick-up Race Packet:
- Can be picked up at check-in at Picnic Area #3
- Can be picked up at check-in at Picnic Area #3
- Start/Finish Line:
- Located at adjacent to Picnic Area #3
- Fundraising:
RUN FOR FREE OPTION:
Raise $200 via the FUNDRAISING OPTION at SIGNUP and your cost of the run will be automatically credited back to your credit card. Thank you for considering this option as the funds go directly to "The Dave Irwin Student Scholarship Fund".
-LOGISTICS-
You can view results LIVE at www.5Kevents.org and click on the race results tab. Remember this is a chip start, so a person's finishing order via Horn Start will not be the same as Chip Start. The race clock will represent the official Race start time but not your actual finish time. If your final time, gender, bib#, or other data is incorrect on the final results, please notify the race director using our online correction form. PLEASE, Do not interrupt the timing crew during the event.
You may submit corrections at: https://5kevents.org/result_correction.html. While results will be immediately posted online at www.5Kevents.org, results will not be official for 48 Hours. This will allow us to make corrections.

Refunds are not permitted for any reason
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The DIRWIN DASH, A Bearded Bash Where & When
- Location: W264 S4500 River Road, Waukesha, WI 53189
- Race Date: 2025/09/27 09:00:00 AM (Saturday)
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Categories:
- 5K
- Remote Runner
- Walk

I enjoyed this race. It was a beautiful race through the woods. It was nice to run a 5K on trails instead of roads.

This was an amazing event that brought people together to remember a great man and build community. It was a beautful course on a crisp Wi fall morning. Thank you for all those who worked hard to make it a success.
The prayer and camaraderie before/after the Dash were very nice. Please have separate trails for runners and walkers, mark them very well so there's no doubt where to go, and have the run and walk the same distance. Also, have all announcements and directions said before releasing people to go to the starting line. It was difficult to hear what was said.

Event was very well organized, trail was beautiful, and seemed to work well for the runners, as well as us walkers. Provided a perfect opportunity to honor Dave, connect with others, highlight Heritage, and present the gospel.

It was lovely. Cold to start but a great fall event. Bring the finish line closer to the crowd near the pavilion! Loved the speakers, national anthem sung live, the food, fire and many great volunteers. Tom did a great job communicating the event.

Good time, great experience, looking forward to doing it again!