Operation Outdoor Freedom Event

  • Date Sat 29th March 2025
  • Time 8:00AM EDT
  • Location Middleburg, Florida
  • Price $44.90 - $66.10
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 10 Mile, 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an unforgettable day of adventure at the 3rd Annual Operation Outdoor Freedom Event, taking place on Saturday, March 29th, 2025, in the beautiful Jennings State Forest located in Middleburg, Clay. This exciting event offers participants the chance to choose between two exhilarating race distances: a scenic 5-mile loop and a challenging 10-mile course. Both routes will lead runners through the stunning new Sawyer Trail and across the breathtaking Many Seeps Bridge, showcasing the natural beauty of Florida's wilderness.

The 5-mile race features a flat and fast final mile, perfect for those looking to set a personal best, while the 10-mile race takes participants through some of the steepest and most technical terrain in the region, offering spectacular vista points overlooking Black Creek. With well-stocked aid stations and a cupless race format, remember to bring your own hydration gear! This inclusive event celebrates all runners and walkers with awards for various categories, including the unique Slow A$$ award for the last finisher. Join us for a day filled with community spirit, great food, and the joy of outdoor exploration, all while supporting a worthy cause. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to connect with nature and fellow outdoor enthusiasts!

Organiser's Description

Join us on Saturday, March 29th at the Jennings State Forest on the Majestic Pioneer Trail for the 3rd Annual Operation Outdoor Freedom Event. We will be offering 2 distances a 5 mile and 10 mile which each being a single loop that will traverse the brand new Sawyer Trail and over the Stunning Many Seeps Bridge ( huge walkway / footbridge in the middle of the forest) onto the " 4 way " section where the 5 milers will finish with a flat and fast last mile, the 10 milers will then traverse Section 4 which has some of the steepest and most technical terrain you will find in Florida as well as a few vista points overlooking Black Creek. There will be a well stocked aid stations at the 4 way section. This is also a cupless race so you will need to bring your own handheld water bottle or hydration vest and our aid station volunteers will fill it up for you. The Race Director for this race is Mike Martinez with Sombrero Running Events LLC, he is known for his only rule at the races that he directs and that is RULE 62: Dont take yourself too darn seriously. We will have OA awards for all distances as well as Masters Awards and Mike's coveted Slow A$$ award for those that finish in last place because we believe all runners/walkers are important!! We will also have custom made dog tags for medals for all participants and also have our usual spread of food and non alcoholic beverages ( the Florida Forest Service does not allow any alcoholic beverages on its property so please also respect this and refrain from bringing your own) If interested in sponsoring our event please contact Mike Martinez RD at [email protected]

100% of the proceeds will go directly back to Operation Outdoor Freedom!

Races

  • 10 Mile Trail Run

    Incl. $6.10 Fee

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $66.10

    CLOSED
  • 5 Mile Trail Run

    Incl. $5.50 Fee

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $55.50

    CLOSED
  • 5 Mile Ruck

    Incl. $4.90 Fee

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:00AM EDT)

    $44.90

    CLOSED
    We adhere to the weight requirements of the Standard for male and females for ruck competitions.

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Location

Jennings State Forest Pioneer Trail, 1335 Long Horn Road, Middleburg, 32068, FL, United States

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