We're so excited for the annual MentorKids Kentucky Rugged Race at Diamond Lake Resort! Participants will experience a 5K race with 28 obstacles, including water crossing, barbed wire, rope climbs, mud, and much more! The Elite category is for serious athletes ready to win, and the Ultimate category is for those who want to run as a team or just run for fun! We also have 5K and 10K Trail Run (no obstacle) options, as well as an XTreme 10K option (a 5K trail run + 5K with obstacles) All participants will receive a finisher’s medal and t-shirt. Additional medals will be given to the overall male and female winners in the elite and ultimate categories, and a trophy will be given to the top team! Rugged Kids is for ages 8-13, and Rugged Rascals is for ages 4-7. This event would not be possible without our amazing volunteers and sponsors. If you are interested in securing your place for the race next year, please call our office at 270-926-6893 . Proceeds will help support the life-changing
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MKK’s Rugged Race Presented by Independence Bank 2026 — Owensboro, KY
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Race Travel Insurance
Don't forget travel insurance for August 1.
You've trained for months and booked a trip to Owensboro, KY.
A pre-race injury, a delayed flight, or a family emergency can derail the whole thing.
Travel insurance can help cover your race entry fee, hotel, and flights if you can't make it,
and may cover medical costs if something goes wrong on the course. Plans typically only run
5-7% of your total trip cost — and running events are covered under standard plans with no
additional coverage needed.
Trip cancellation up to 100% of prepaid costs
Running events covered under standard plans — no add-ons needed
Trip interruption up to 150% of non-refundable costs
