EARS 5k Bun Run
- Date Thu 1st May 2025 - Sat 10th May 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location Erie, Pennsylvania
- Price $22.70 - $28.00
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Join us for the EARS 5k Bun Run, a heartwarming event dedicated to supporting the Erie Area Rabbit Society and Rescue, taking place in Harborcreek Township, Erie from May 1 to May 10, 2025! This exciting occasion features both an in-person 5k run and a virtual run option, allowing participants to get involved in a way that suits them best. The in-person races kick off on May 10, with the 5k run starting at 9:00 AM, followed by a 1-mile walk at 9:05 AM.
Not only will you enjoy a fun and active day, but your participation helps raise crucial funds for EARS, a no-kill shelter dedicated to rescuing and caring for over 90 rabbits. Participants in the in-person run will be eligible for awards and can look forward to a custom EARS Bun Run shirt, along with refreshments provided after the race. Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, your support will make a difference in the lives of these adorable bunnies. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this joyful event while contributing to a worthy cause!
Not only will you enjoy a fun and active day, but your participation helps raise crucial funds for EARS, a no-kill shelter dedicated to rescuing and caring for over 90 rabbits. Participants in the in-person run will be eligible for awards and can look forward to a custom EARS Bun Run shirt, along with refreshments provided after the race. Whether you choose to run, walk, or participate virtually, your support will make a difference in the lives of these adorable bunnies. Don’t miss the chance to be part of this joyful event while contributing to a worthy cause!
Organiser's Description
THE EARS BUNNIES NEED YOUR HELP!
Rabbits make great family pets but too often they are surrendered, abandoned, or neglected. EARS is a no kill shelter committed to finding a loving home for each and every one of their rescues. Erie Area Rabbit Society and Rescue provides daily care for over 90 bunnies (food, shelter, vet visits, surgeries, utilities, etc). Receiving no other funding, these fundraisers are EARS' primary method of generating revenue for the care of these great bunnies.
ABOUT EARS
EARS is the only rabbit-exclusive shelter in the Erie area. We rescue abandoned and surrendered bunnies. We provide them with a good diet, exercise, vet care, spay/neuter, safety, and love. We provide education on proper bunny care, and adopt to good indoor forever homes.
Erie Area Rabbit Society & Rescue (EARS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of rabbits.
Rabbits are the third most surrendered pet yet most shelters lack the knowledge and/or resources to adequately care for them. Since 2013, EARS has cared for hundreds of domestic rabbits from various backgrounds including surrenders, hoarding situations, cruelty cases, those abandoned outside even left behind in homes when people have moved away.
Our shelter is committed to providing the proper care, including medical and spay/neuter, as well as the loving attention that these rabbits need while they await adoption into their forever home.
We are also passionate about educating the public on the joy of rabbits as indoor pets and their care.
EARS is a 100% no-kill shelter and receives no public funding. We rely entirely on private contributions.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE ERIE AREA RABBIT SOCIETY AND RESCUE [https://www.eriearearabbitsociety.org/] TO LEARN MORE!
DETAILS:
WHEN:
In Person: May 18th, 2025
5k Run: @ 9:00 am
5k and 1 Mile Walk : 9:05 am
Virtual: May 15th-May 21th
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VIRTUAL RUN:
You may start and end your run any time between 5/01/2025 and 12pm 5/10/2025. Log your time and report it back to us. Consider using a GPS watch or app on your iPhone or Android to record your run and to provide results to us. Some popular apps include Strava, Nike Run Club, FitBit, Map My Run and more. Just make sure it tracks your distance and time! We'll send you the link to log your time in email and using a button on the "Results" tab.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON RUN / WALK:
Meet us at pavilion closest to the Harborcreek Community Park Field [https://goo.gl/maps/ekCavf1Gt3MouHtW8] on May 10th 2025. Day of registrations are allowed until 8:30am and the race starts promptly at 9am! The walk will begin shortly after the run.
TIMING:
All timing for the virtual run is tracked by user submission. On 05/0/2025 a button will be right here for you to submit your time. We will also email you instructions. All timing for the in-person run is tracked by our timing vendor Big White Trailer [https://www.bigwhitetrailer.com/]. The 1 mile and 5K walk are not timed. The run is slightly over 5k and is available on MapMyRun [https://www.mapmyfitness.com/routes/view/5525748859/] and Strava. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3091199641417946078]
AWARDS:
Awards will be given for the in-person 5k Run only. We will award the Overall 1st Place winner and then the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers as well as 1st place male and female masters. In addition to a medal we have a few unique awards for top these top finishers.
GIVEAWAYS:
The race premium this year is custom EARS Bun Run shirt! you MUST register by April 25th 2025 to be guaranteed a shirt! We will order a few extra shirts and registrants registering AFTER April 30th may receive one on race day on a first come first serve basis. After the race we will provide basic nutrition such as water, bananas, apples, and granola. Pulakos [https://pulakoschocolates.com/], our valued sponsor will also provide a sweet treat for attendees as supplies last.
SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS:
Contact Mark Badaracco or Kellie Clark for sponsorship information and basket donations. To make a monetary donation please click the Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/PA/Erie/EARS5KBunnyHop].
PACKET PICK-UP:
You have two options for packet pickup.
* Packets can be picked up starting at 7:30 am on the morning of the race at the race venue
* Packets can be picked up at the EARS Bunny Bungalow on 05/09/225 from 5:30-6:30 pm
Rabbits make great family pets but too often they are surrendered, abandoned, or neglected. EARS is a no kill shelter committed to finding a loving home for each and every one of their rescues. Erie Area Rabbit Society and Rescue provides daily care for over 90 bunnies (food, shelter, vet visits, surgeries, utilities, etc). Receiving no other funding, these fundraisers are EARS' primary method of generating revenue for the care of these great bunnies.
ABOUT EARS
EARS is the only rabbit-exclusive shelter in the Erie area. We rescue abandoned and surrendered bunnies. We provide them with a good diet, exercise, vet care, spay/neuter, safety, and love. We provide education on proper bunny care, and adopt to good indoor forever homes.
Erie Area Rabbit Society & Rescue (EARS) is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of rabbits.
Rabbits are the third most surrendered pet yet most shelters lack the knowledge and/or resources to adequately care for them. Since 2013, EARS has cared for hundreds of domestic rabbits from various backgrounds including surrenders, hoarding situations, cruelty cases, those abandoned outside even left behind in homes when people have moved away.
Our shelter is committed to providing the proper care, including medical and spay/neuter, as well as the loving attention that these rabbits need while they await adoption into their forever home.
We are also passionate about educating the public on the joy of rabbits as indoor pets and their care.
EARS is a 100% no-kill shelter and receives no public funding. We rely entirely on private contributions.
VISIT OUR WEBSITE ERIE AREA RABBIT SOCIETY AND RESCUE [https://www.eriearearabbitsociety.org/] TO LEARN MORE!
DETAILS:
WHEN:
In Person: May 18th, 2025
5k Run: @ 9:00 am
5k and 1 Mile Walk : 9:05 am
Virtual: May 15th-May 21th
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VIRTUAL RUN:
You may start and end your run any time between 5/01/2025 and 12pm 5/10/2025. Log your time and report it back to us. Consider using a GPS watch or app on your iPhone or Android to record your run and to provide results to us. Some popular apps include Strava, Nike Run Club, FitBit, Map My Run and more. Just make sure it tracks your distance and time! We'll send you the link to log your time in email and using a button on the "Results" tab.
HOW TO PARTICIPATE IN THE IN-PERSON RUN / WALK:
Meet us at pavilion closest to the Harborcreek Community Park Field [https://goo.gl/maps/ekCavf1Gt3MouHtW8] on May 10th 2025. Day of registrations are allowed until 8:30am and the race starts promptly at 9am! The walk will begin shortly after the run.
TIMING:
All timing for the virtual run is tracked by user submission. On 05/0/2025 a button will be right here for you to submit your time. We will also email you instructions. All timing for the in-person run is tracked by our timing vendor Big White Trailer [https://www.bigwhitetrailer.com/]. The 1 mile and 5K walk are not timed. The run is slightly over 5k and is available on MapMyRun [https://www.mapmyfitness.com/routes/view/5525748859/] and Strava. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3091199641417946078]
AWARDS:
Awards will be given for the in-person 5k Run only. We will award the Overall 1st Place winner and then the top 3 male and top 3 female finishers as well as 1st place male and female masters. In addition to a medal we have a few unique awards for top these top finishers.
GIVEAWAYS:
The race premium this year is custom EARS Bun Run shirt! you MUST register by April 25th 2025 to be guaranteed a shirt! We will order a few extra shirts and registrants registering AFTER April 30th may receive one on race day on a first come first serve basis. After the race we will provide basic nutrition such as water, bananas, apples, and granola. Pulakos [https://pulakoschocolates.com/], our valued sponsor will also provide a sweet treat for attendees as supplies last.
SPONSORSHIP AND DONATIONS:
Contact Mark Badaracco or Kellie Clark for sponsorship information and basket donations. To make a monetary donation please click the Donate [https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/PA/Erie/EARS5KBunnyHop].
PACKET PICK-UP:
You have two options for packet pickup.
* Packets can be picked up starting at 7:30 am on the morning of the race at the race venue
* Packets can be picked up at the EARS Bunny Bungalow on 05/09/225 from 5:30-6:30 pm
Races
-
5k Run
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Custom EARS T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (9:00AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS SOON -
5k Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Custom EARS T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (9:05AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS SOON -
Virtual 5k Run
Incl. $2.70 Fee & Custom EARS T-Shirt
$22.70
OPENS SOON -
1 Mile Walk
Incl. $3.00 Fee & Custom EARS T-Shirt
Sat 10th May 2025 (9:05AM EDT)
$28.00
OPENS SOON
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