Public Safety 5K Run/Walk

🏃‍♂️ Race Overview

Join us for the inaugural Public Safety 5K Run/Walk presented by Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Employee Assistance Fund, and hosted by Babcock Ranch.

🕒 Event Details

• Date: Race day registration from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.: Race starts at 7:30 a.m.
• Location: 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
• Distance: 5K (3.1 miles)
• Shirt Cutoff Date: May 5, 2025 (Shirts are NOT guaranteed after this date)

💧 Course Information

• Early Packet Pickup: May 15 & 16, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42911 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
• Course: Paved roads and sidewalks
• Water Stations: Halfway mark and at the finish line
• Bathrooms: Near the Start Line

🏅 Awards and Recognition

• Finisher Medal: Participants receive a finisher medal.
• Overall Awards: 1st Place Male & Female.
• Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters: 1st Place Male & Female.
• Age Group Awards: In-person awards for top three in various age groups.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

• Is the race timed? Yes, it’s chip-timed.
• Are there fun runs? Yes, untimed fun run participants start with the 5K.
• Can I bring my dog? Yes, for an additional $5 added to your registration fee your dog will receive a CCSO EAF bandana. Your dog must be leashed, and you must start at the back of the race.
• Are strollers allowed? Yes, but strollers must start at the back of the race.

📞 Contact Information

Brittany Pinho - Race Director
Tel: 941.676.7253 or 941.676.7191
Email: bpinho@ccmcnet.com

🌐 Register for the Race

For more information and registration, visit: Public Safety 5K Run/Walk.

SPECIAL MESSAGE: If you plan to register for the race on race morning, please bring a credit card or plan to use Apple Pay. Cash will not be accepted.

Babcock Ranch is excited to announce our Public Safety 5K Run/Walk. The course is a scenic 3.1 miles around Babcock Ranch, starting and finishing at Founder's Square.