Born to be Wild
- Date Sat 31st January 2026 - Sat 14th February 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Newnan, Georgia
- Price Free - $64.60
- Races 5 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Born to Be Wild event, taking place from January 31 to February 14, 2026, in Newnan, Coweta! Join us at the McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds for an exciting day of community, conservation, and camaraderie. This family-friendly event features a thrilling 5K and 10K race, as well as a fun run, all designed to support wildlife conservation efforts in our area.
With a unique course that blends 75% road and 25% trail, participants of all abilities are welcome to join in the fun! Those looking to challenge themselves can enjoy two laps of the scenic 10K route, while families can participate in the one-mile fun run. As you run, keep an eye out for Flint the River Otter—our playful mascot who will be cheering you on! Plus, every registered child will receive a special plushie or event T-shirt. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Mark your calendars for January 31, 2026, and get ready to run wild for a great cause!
With a unique course that blends 75% road and 25% trail, participants of all abilities are welcome to join in the fun! Those looking to challenge themselves can enjoy two laps of the scenic 10K route, while families can participate in the one-mile fun run. As you run, keep an eye out for Flint the River Otter—our playful mascot who will be cheering you on! Plus, every registered child will receive a special plushie or event T-shirt. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference while enjoying a fantastic day outdoors. Mark your calendars for January 31, 2026, and get ready to run wild for a great cause!
Organiser's Description
Get ready to run wild with Flint the River Otter!
The Born to Be Wild 5K/10K/Fun Run is coming to McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds on January 31, 2026. Lace up and join Sole Roots Racing, Coweta County, and the Southern Conservation Trust for a race thats more than just milesits making a difference. Every step you take helps us reach our fundraising goal to support conservation advocacy efforts, conserving land and protecting wildlife in our community. Join us for this family-friendly event! Dress up as your favorite SCT mascot, and each registered child can choose either a Flint the otter plushie or an event T-shirt.
Whether youre chasing a new PR or enjoying the Fun Run with family, youll be part of a wild day that supports natureand you might even catch our playful mascot, Flint, cheering you on at the finish line!
The 5K and 10K course are hybrid 75% road and 25% trail pathway. The trail is suitable for all abilities but strollers will need to be running strollers if used. The 10K route is two laps of the 5K course.
*Participants must register by 01/23/2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
January 31, 2026
7:30am Parking opens
8:00am Packet pickup begins
8:30am 1 mile fun run
8:45am Packet pickup ends, starting line-up & announcements
9:00am 10K starts at 9 am and 10 minutes later the 5K race begins
11:00am Awards Ceremony (time approximate)
AWARDS
Awards for overall M/F finishers
1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the following age groups: 10 & under; 11-19; 20-29; 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, Masters 40+
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS
Learn more about our amazing sponsors and all they do to help us elevate nature. If youre interested in becoming a sponsor, click below, or email chris@sctlandtrust.org
COURSE MAP BELOW
The Born to Be Wild 5K/10K/Fun Run is coming to McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds on January 31, 2026. Lace up and join Sole Roots Racing, Coweta County, and the Southern Conservation Trust for a race thats more than just milesits making a difference. Every step you take helps us reach our fundraising goal to support conservation advocacy efforts, conserving land and protecting wildlife in our community. Join us for this family-friendly event! Dress up as your favorite SCT mascot, and each registered child can choose either a Flint the otter plushie or an event T-shirt.
Whether youre chasing a new PR or enjoying the Fun Run with family, youll be part of a wild day that supports natureand you might even catch our playful mascot, Flint, cheering you on at the finish line!
The 5K and 10K course are hybrid 75% road and 25% trail pathway. The trail is suitable for all abilities but strollers will need to be running strollers if used. The 10K route is two laps of the 5K course.
*Participants must register by 01/23/2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
January 31, 2026
7:30am Parking opens
8:00am Packet pickup begins
8:30am 1 mile fun run
8:45am Packet pickup ends, starting line-up & announcements
9:00am 10K starts at 9 am and 10 minutes later the 5K race begins
11:00am Awards Ceremony (time approximate)
AWARDS
Awards for overall M/F finishers
1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the following age groups: 10 & under; 11-19; 20-29; 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, Masters 40+
THANK YOU TO OUR EVENT SPONSORS
Learn more about our amazing sponsors and all they do to help us elevate nature. If youre interested in becoming a sponsor, click below, or email chris@sctlandtrust.org
COURSE MAP BELOW
Races
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Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st January 2026 (8:30AM EST)
$22.20
CLOSED -
5k
Incl. $4.00 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st January 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$54.00
CLOSED -
10k
Incl. $4.60 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 31st January 2026 (9:00AM EST)
$64.60
CLOSED -
Virtual 5K
Free
CLOSED -
Virtual 10K
Free
CLOSED
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275 Pine Road, Newnan, 30263, GA, United States
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