The Lighthouse Initiative

YOU DON’T HAVE TO KNOW ANYONE TO BEGIN

YOUR FIRST
SHARED MILE.

Veteran or nonmilitary. Runner, walker, or someone ready to make a connection. You’re welcome here.

01 / FIND YOUR GATHERING

KNOW WHERE
YOU’RE GOING.

Choose a confirmed event and read its distance, pace options, terrain, cost, and accessibility details. Use Get Directions to find the exact meeting point. Check the latest update and weather plan before you leave.

Explore confirmed events ↗
02 / JOIN & RSVP

SAVE YOUR
PLACE IN THE PLAN.

Sign in, choose a display name, and join the community to RSVP. You won’t be asked to prove military service. Your RSVP helps the organizer plan; update it if your plans change.

Join the community ↗
03 / COME AS YOU ARE

A HELLO IS
A GOOD START.

Follow the event’s arrival instructions and look for the named host or meeting landmark. Let the organizer know it’s your first time. Coming by yourself is welcome, and you can ask about a pace or walking option that works for you.

Ask the organizer a question ↗

KEEP IT SIMPLE.

  • Wear shoes and clothing you feel comfortable moving in.
  • Bring water and check whether the event lists refill points or facilities.
  • Bring what you need for the conditions and the event’s route.
  • Give yourself time to find parking and the meeting group.
  • Ask about route access, children, pets, or other needs before attending.

EVERY PACE
DESERVES A PLACE.

Our community welcomes running and walking. Each gathering may have different routes and pace options, so check the listing rather than assuming a particular route will suit everyone.

Respect each other’s stories, ask before sharing someone’s photo, and help make the next person feel welcome.

Our community guidelines ↗