Ryan’s Reach and the High Hopes Head Injury Program will host the annual Dove Dash on Sept. 28, a walk/run event in Trabuco Canyon.

In 2001, Ryan Corbin fell through a skylight, severely injuring himself and suffering a traumatic brain injury. Since then, the Ryan’s Reach foundation has raised some $1.2 million for people with traumatic brain injuries and their families through various fundraisers, including with the annual Dove Dash.

There are two routes that participants can partake in, a 1K and a 5K, both of which start at Dove Canyon Drive. The 5K begins at 8 a.m. and the 1K begins at 8:45. There are also virtual versions offered.

Entry costs $49.64 per adult and $33.63 per kid. Each entry comes with a free T-shirt.

Albertsons, Vons and Pavilions will also provide a pancake breakfast to all in-person runners. And there will be vendor booths and a DJ. Participants can sign up here.

People can also participate as a team to support various causes. Teams can consist of any number of racers (of any demographic) from the 5K and Family 1K races. Note: teams cannot register on the day of the race. There will also be prizes for the largest team and the fastest team.

People can also donate to the cause. So far, the Dove Dash has raised $2,800 in 2024 and hopes to raise $25,000, according to its website. The organization says funds raised will be used for scholarships for the High Hopes Head Injury Program to help with rehabilitation for those with tramatic brain injuries, strokes and Multiple Sclerosis.

Participants can sign up online or in-person. For last-minute sign-ups or packet pick-up, go to the Trabuco Canyon Water District at 32003 Dove Canyon Drive between 2 and 5 p.m. on Sept. 27 or 6:30 and 8:30 a.m. on Sept. 28.

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