November 14 | 10k 10AM | 5k 10:15AM | Cub Crawl 9:40AM The Bear Country 5k & 10k are family friendly races in the beautiful mountain town of Brevard, NC. Both races start and finish at Oskar Blues Brewery. The courses take runners on the Brevard greenway, where they'll be surrounded by mountain views. Bring your kiddo along for the Kids Cub Crawl (12 & under) that starts at 9:40am! It's a ~.25 mile run on pavement. Cub Crawlers will receive a bib and race medal. 10k/5k Registration Includes: Finisher Medal Long Sleeve Race Shirt Chip Timing Donation to Mountain Roots 1 Oskar Blues Beer or N/A Beverage Can't make it to race day but still want the swag? Virtual options available! We'll mail the race shirt, medal, and bib to you after the event. US shipping only 2026 Adult Long Sleeve Shirt 2026 Youth Long Sleeve Shirt Strollers are welcome! Dogs are welcome at the brewery but are not allowed to join runners during the race. * For safety purposes, and in compliance with our race insurance, we do not allow dogs or any other animals to run with participants at our events. Service animals will be allowed with prior approval (more than 5 days ahead of race day send request to info@kickitevents.com ) and supporting documentation. Running with your animal will result in disqualification from award categories and timing results. Mountain Roots is the Non Profit Partner for the 2026 Bear Country 10k & 5k! Mountain Roots is dedicated to fostering connections between young people, their communities, and the great outdoors. Through hands-on Outdoor Education programs across Western North Carolina, they inspire students to discover themselves, form lasting bonds, and embrace the natural world.

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