999 Anastasia Blvd, Saint Augustine FL
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
🐍 Raptor Run 3K Overview
The Raptor Run 3K presented by the St. Augustine Alligator Farm is set to support conservation efforts for the Eastern Indigo Snake.
🌱 Beneficiary
- Purpose: The Eastern Indigo Snake SAFE program aims to aid in the conservation of this species through breeding and reintroduction.
- Habitat: Historically found in the southeastern US, the snake's range has now significantly diminished due to habitat loss.
- Threats: Major threats include fire suppression, urban development, and logging affecting longleaf pine habitats.
- Conservation Efforts: Since being listed as a Federally Threatened species in 1978, efforts have intensified to restore this iconic snake.
📅 Event Details
- Date: Sunday, February 23, 2025 - 8:00 AM
- Location: 999 Anastasia Blvd, Saint Augustine, FL
- Website: Raptor Run Website
- Registration Limit: Capped at 500 entries.
💵 Entry Fees
- Early Registration: $35 until January 11.
- Standard Registration: $40 from January 12 to February 20.
- Race Day: $45.
- Refund Policy: No refunds will be issued in case of cancellation or postponement due to weather or emergencies.
⏰ Schedule of Events
- Pre-Race Day: Bib/Shirt Pick Up on February 21, from 12 PM to 4 PM at the Anastasia Island Conservation Center.
- Race Day Registration: February 23, from 6:00 AM to 7:45 AM at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm.
- Race Start: February 23, 2025 - 8:00 AM.
- Weather Policy: The Alligator Farm may cancel or postpone the race under certain conditions.
🏃 Course Details
- Route: Begins and ends at the St. Augustine Alligator Farm, running through Davis Shores.
- Participants: Open to runners and walkers: strollers and costumes are allowed.
- Water Stations: Available at the start, 1 mile, and finish.
- Certification: The course is USATF Certified (Course # FL20012JK).
🏆 Awards
- Categories: Awards for Overall Male and Female finishers, plus top three in various age groups.
- Ceremony: Held at 9:00 AM on race day.
- Special Awards: Random prizes may be awarded as well.
🎽 Race Swag
- Included Items: Unique t-shirt, finisher's medal, post-race refreshments.
- Child Tickets: One free child's admission ticket to the Alligator Farm for each adult registration.
- Size Guarantee: Only guaranteed for those who register by February 1, 2025.
⏱️ Race Timing and Scoring
- Timing Company: RaceSmith, Inc. will handle timing and scoring.
- Bib Visibility: Bibs must be worn at the front, pinned at all four corners, and unaltered.
- Results Posting: Printed results will be available onsite and live online during the race.
💌 Contact Information
🤝 Sponsorship
Contact us if interested in sponsoring!
Starting Line Map
Coaching
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