County Executive L. Brooks Patterson launched The Brooksie Way Half Marathon and 5K Race/Walk to enhance the quality of life for residents of Oakland County by promoting healthy, active lifestyles.

The Brooksie Way joins "Count Your Steps," a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that encourages children and adults to engage in more physical exercise through fun activities. All proceeds from the event are reinvested to support fitness activities in Oakland County.

Excess proceeds from the event will be split evenly amongst the Crim Fitness & Brooksie Way Foundations.  Funds will be used to support health related programs/activities, similar to the Oakland County Count Your Steps Program for children and families, in both Genesee and Oakland Counties.

• Join the Training Program, all fitness levels; deadline to register, May 23, 2008.
  Listen to a podcast about the Training Program.
• Register online or download the registration form (mail back) for The Brooksie Way Half Marathon or 5K Race/Walk; or you may send a request for registration packet be mailed to you.
• Volunteer opportunities are available; it's a great way to get involved.
• Health & Wellness Expo now accepting applications from vendors.

Introduction Video
L. Brooks Patterson welcomes you and explains the origins of the Brooksie Way event. Watch Now

Brooks Stuart Patterson was the inspiration for this event. View the photo gallery to get a glimpse of "Brooksie" and how he enjoyed life.
Launch Now

The race begins at Oakland University and finishes at historic Meadow Brook Hall in Rochester Hills, Michigan. 

View the entire course map or the 5K course.