Fox Trot 5K & 1Mile Bark in the Park
- Date Sat 26th September 2026
- Time 9:00AM EDT
- Location Elkton, Maryland
- Price $28.45 - $44.32
- Races 2 races
- Distances 1 Mile
Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating day of fun and fitness at the 6th Annual Fox Trot 5K & 1 Mile Bark in the Park on Saturday, September 26, 2026! Held at the picturesque Fair Hill Nature Center in Elkton, Cecil, this event invites runners and walkers of all ages to enjoy the beautiful scenery of Northeastern Maryland while supporting a great cause. Registration opens at 7:00 AM, with the thrilling 5K race kicking off at 9:00 AM. Participants can choose between the challenging 5K run for just $40 or the casual 1 Mile Bark in the Park walk for only $25, making it an accessible event for everyone.
As you race, you'll not only enjoy the atmosphere but also receive a fantastic swag bag that includes a t-shirt and a seedling tree from Bartlett Tree Experts. Plus, winners in various age brackets will take home prizes sponsored by W. L. Gore, along with a custom Fair Hill Nature Center medal. Your participation helps fund vital environmental education programs for local students, ensuring they receive hands-on learning experiences in topics like water quality, ecosystems, and more. Don’t miss out on this lively event where you can run, walk, and give
As you race, you'll not only enjoy the atmosphere but also receive a fantastic swag bag that includes a t-shirt and a seedling tree from Bartlett Tree Experts. Plus, winners in various age brackets will take home prizes sponsored by W. L. Gore, along with a custom Fair Hill Nature Center medal. Your participation helps fund vital environmental education programs for local students, ensuring they receive hands-on learning experiences in topics like water quality, ecosystems, and more. Don’t miss out on this lively event where you can run, walk, and give
Organiser's Description
JOIN US FOR THE 6TH ANNUAL FAIR HILL FOX TROT 5K & 1 MILE BARK IN THE PARK, SPONSORED BY W.L GORE & ASSOC.
Fox Trot 5K and 1 Mile Bark in the Park
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Race day - Registration and check in opens at 7:00am
Race start time: 9:00am
$40 for 5K Runners
$25 for 1M Bark in the Park Walkers
Location: Fair Hill Nature Center, 630 Tawes Drive, Elkton MD 21921
Parking located in the Upper Covered Bridge lot, directly across from the Nature Center.
* With purchase of your race or walk bib, you receive a t-shirt, swag bag including a seedling tree from Bartlett Tree Experts.
* Age bracket winners will receive prizes provided by W. L. Gore and a custom Fair Hill Nature Center medal.
Located in the scenic hills of Northeastern Maryland, the Fair Hill Nature Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, providing immersive, hands-on environmental education opportunities for students in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.
Our environmental educators serve approximately 7,500 elementary students during the school year for grade level specific field trips exploring topics such as water quality (5th grade), soil science (4th grade), ecosystems (3rd grade), insects (2nd grade) and hibernation (Kindergarten). 58% of our students are economically disadvantaged and 17% are disabled. Your race registration helps us to continue serving these students!
Thank you for supporting our mission of inspiring stewardship and community through outdoor environmental education.
Fox Trot 5K and 1 Mile Bark in the Park
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Race day - Registration and check in opens at 7:00am
Race start time: 9:00am
$40 for 5K Runners
$25 for 1M Bark in the Park Walkers
Location: Fair Hill Nature Center, 630 Tawes Drive, Elkton MD 21921
Parking located in the Upper Covered Bridge lot, directly across from the Nature Center.
* With purchase of your race or walk bib, you receive a t-shirt, swag bag including a seedling tree from Bartlett Tree Experts.
* Age bracket winners will receive prizes provided by W. L. Gore and a custom Fair Hill Nature Center medal.
Located in the scenic hills of Northeastern Maryland, the Fair Hill Nature Center is a 501(c)3 nonprofit, providing immersive, hands-on environmental education opportunities for students in Maryland, Delaware, and Pennsylvania.
Our environmental educators serve approximately 7,500 elementary students during the school year for grade level specific field trips exploring topics such as water quality (5th grade), soil science (4th grade), ecosystems (3rd grade), insects (2nd grade) and hibernation (Kindergarten). 58% of our students are economically disadvantaged and 17% are disabled. Your race registration helps us to continue serving these students!
Thank you for supporting our mission of inspiring stewardship and community through outdoor environmental education.
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