Mission Viejo Introduces QR Codes To Annual Walk Against Drugs

MISSION VIEJO, CA — The City of Mission Viejo's annual Walk Against Drugs will host a new feature to educate and empower participants to live a drug-free life Oct. 16. The 33rd annual Walk Against Drugs will designate QR code information stations where attendees can view videos throughout their walk. Each video watched gives the viewer a chance to win prizes, the City of Mission Viejo announced Thursday.

The videos include some notable people, including Olympian Michael Chang and actress Kayden Tokarski, who is serving as keynote speaker, among others. If you don't have a mobile phone, fear not — you can still participate. A representative at each station can collect your information after viewing the video.

The annual Walk Against Drugs is hosted by the City of Mission Viejo and the Orange County Sheriff's Department. The event is held in order to unite the community in staying drug-free and embracing healthy lifestyles. This year, the walk will start at the southernmost stretch of the Village Green in front of the Norman P. Murray Community Center. A designated path will be followed through Oso Creek Trail, and the walk will end at its original starting point. Residents are encouraged to join in on the walk individually or in groups.

During the walk, residents can engage with deputies from OCSD, the Orange County Fire Authority and other community partners while raising awareness about drug-prevention. Community members of all ages are invited to attend, and youth in grades K-12 are encouraged to don red T-shirts in honor of Red Ribbon Week in October.

The 33rd Annual Walk Against Drugs takes place from 8 a.m. to noon, and more information can be found on the city's website.