As a first-timer, what essential information do I need to know before attending a parkrun event? Specifically, explain the registration process, what to bring, if walking is permitted, and clarify what '(not)parkrun' is.
Navigate to 'parkrun.com' Go to the 'register' page. Identify information regarding registration being free and a one-time process. From the registration page, navigate to the 'FAQs page' to find details about what to bring to an event, specifically the barcode requirement. Confirm that walking is a valid form of participation. Navigate to the 'blog' section of the website. Search or browse the blog for information about '(not)parkrun' to understand its definition and relation to official events. Synthesize all gathered information to answer the questions.
State that parkrun registration is free and a one-time process. Explain that participants need to bring a scannable version of their barcode to an event. Confirm that walking is a valid and accepted form of participation. Describe '(not)parkrun' as a separate, virtual activity where participants can log 5k walks, jogs, or runs outside of official parkrun events.