Save the Manatee 5K

🐬 Race Overview

• Date: November 15, 2025
• Time: 8 a.m. ET
• Location: Blue Spring State Park, Orange City, FL
• Registration: Participate online at Save the Manatee 5K

🌊 In-Person Event

• Home State: First Save the Manatee 5K in Florida!
• Course: Scenic and flat Spring-to-Spring Trail
• Awards: Top 3 male and female finishers recognized
• Participation: Family- and dog-friendly event

🏅 Virtual Participation

• Flexibility: Participate from anywhere on your schedule
• Choice: Choose your activity and distance
• In-Person Registration Includes: T-shirt, Finisher Medal, Race Bib
• Virtual Registration Includes: Postage, T-shirt, Finisher Medal, Race Bib

📦 Packet Pick-Up

• Location: Save the Manatee Club’s headquarters, Longwood, FL
• Dates: November 10 – 14 from noon – 4 p.m.
• Race Day Pick-Up: Start at 6:30 a.m. at Blue Spring State Park

⌚ Event Schedule

• 6:30 a.m. - Packet Pickup & Registration Opens
• 8:00 a.m. - Race Starts

🏆 Finisher Medals

• Custom Medals: Provided to the first 500 registered participants

👦 Kids Activities

• Age: Kids 12 and under
• Gift: Free stuffed manatee (in-person only)

🥇 Awards

• Categories: Top 3 overall male and female
• Recognition: Awards for finishing times

🚗 Parking Information

• Location: Inside Blue Spring State Park
• Included: Park admission is part of registration fee

💰 Proceeds

• Support: Proceeds go to Save the Manatee Club

⏱️ Timing & Scoring

• Method: Timed and scored with a disposable chip
• Attachment: Chip attached to the back of the bib