Cook Medical Beat the Heat 5K

Updated 6/6/2022

The following plans are preliminary and may be revised based upon government regulations and guidance from public health officials.

Masks will be optional at the event.  Masks are recommended for anyone who has not been fully vaccinated.

During Race – Water aid stations will available on the course.  Hand sanitizer will be available at the tables for runners and volunteers.

Volunteers – Volunteers will follow the same guidelines as participants.  Masks are optional for fully vaccinated individuals. Gloves will be worn by volunteers handling food products.  

Spectators – Spectators will be allowed on the course and should follow the same guidelines as race participants. 

COVID Supplies – Disposable masks will be made available to all participants and volunteers. Hand sanitizing stations will be located in several convenient locations at the race site.

Participant Expectations – All participants will sign a waiver of liability when registering for the race that specifically addresses the risk of COVID transmission.  The waiver will include a City of Winston-Salem waiver as displayed on page 2 (or a similar/updated version as provided by the city).