Born to be Wild
- Date Sat 31st January 2026
- Time 8:30AM EST
- Location Newnan, Georgia
- Price $22.20 - $48.70
- Races 3 races
- Distances 1 Mile, 5km, 10km
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the Born to Be Wild event on Saturday, January 31, 2026, in beautiful Newnan, Coweta! This exciting race, held at the McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds, features a 5K, 10K, and a delightful Fun Run. Participants of all ages are invited to lace up their running shoes and join in the adventure alongside Flint the River Otter, our beloved mascot!
The Born to Be Wild event is not just about running; it's about making a positive impact on our community. Every step taken in this family-friendly race supports vital conservation efforts to protect wildlife and preserve natural spaces. Dress up as your favorite Southern Conservation Trust mascot for a chance to have some extra fun! With prizes awarded for overall male and female finishers as well as age group winners, there's a competitive spirit in the air. Be sure to register by January 23, 2026, to secure your event T-shirt and make this a memorable day for both you and the environment. Join us for a wild day of racing that celebrates nature and community!
The Born to Be Wild event is not just about running; it's about making a positive impact on our community. Every step taken in this family-friendly race supports vital conservation efforts to protect wildlife and preserve natural spaces. Dress up as your favorite Southern Conservation Trust mascot for a chance to have some extra fun! With prizes awarded for overall male and female finishers as well as age group winners, there's a competitive spirit in the air. Be sure to register by January 23, 2026, to secure your event T-shirt and make this a memorable day for both you and the environment. Join us for a wild day of racing that celebrates nature and community!
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!
*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 5K & 10K 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 [email protected]
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!
*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 5K & 10K 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 [email protected]
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Location
275 Pine Road, Newnan, 30263, GA, United States
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