RUN. LOVE. PROTECT. RESTORE.
RUN WILD. HAVE FUN. GET INVOLVED AND GIVE BACK.
Climate destabilization and environmental degradation have put at risk a livable and runnable planet. RPL organizes runners for environmental justice, advocacy, and conservation. We’re a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Ventura, CA, passionate about equitable access to nature; climate, public lands, and green space advocacy; and hands-on conservation work.
Follow us on Instagram @runners4publiclands
OUR VISION
To build inclusive running communities dedicated to protecting the environment.
OUR MISSION
Runners for Public Lands is dedicated to protecting the people and places we love by organizing runners for climate action, sustainability practices, the protection of public lands, and equitable access to nature.
OUR TOOLKIT
Provides resources and specific steps you can take to start helping your running community protect the environment. Access it here.
RACE DIRECTOR RESOURCE HUB
Resources for Race Directors Coming Soon!
Events
2022 Trail Tuesdays – Harmon Canyon
Join us every third Tuesday of the month for a community run where you can learn about the lands we run on!
2022 Trail Thursdays – Santa Barbara
Join us every third Thursday of the month for a community run where you can learn about the lands we run on!
2022 Camp + Run
August 19-21
Join us in Montaña de Oro for a weekend of running, hiking, camping, star gazing, and more!
Our Brand Coalition
