Race to Conserve 5K Run (Timed) or 1K to 5K Walk

  • Date Sat 29th March 2025
  • Time 8:45AM EST
  • Location North Port, Florida
  • Price Free - $22.47
  • Races 3 races
  • Distances 5km, 1 Mile

Event summary

Join us for the exhilarating Race to Conserve on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the scenic Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park in North Port, Sarasota! This exciting event features a timed 5K run and a flexible 1K to 5K walk, perfect for both competitive runners and casual walkers. Experience the beauty of Floridaโ€™s natural landscape as you explore the parkโ€™s picturesque trails, including the Yellow, White, and Red Trails.

Registration begins at 7:00 AM, with race-day fees set at $35 for the timed 5K and $20 for the untimed events. Young participants under 8 years old can join for free, making this a family-friendly occasion. Leashed dogs are welcome, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this day of fitness and conservation together. With proceeds supporting future land acquisition and environmental preservation, this event not only promotes health and wellness but also contributes to the protection of Florida's unique ecosystems. Donโ€™t miss out on this chance to make a difference while enjoying an invigorating day outdoors!

Organiser's Description

T-SHIRT CUT OFF DATE: February 28, 2025

PRE-RACE PACKET PICK-UP: TBA

RACE DAY PACKET PICKUP/CHECK-IN: 7:00 am - 8:15 am at the check in tent.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION: 7:00 am - 8:15 am at the check in tent. We will have race QR codes posted for same day registrants who are paying with a credit card at check in tent.

RACE DAY REGISTRATION FEE: 5K - $35.00, Non-timed 5K & 1K - $20.00. PLEASE BRING EXACT CHANGE or CREDIT CARD - CHANGE WILL NOT BE PROVIDED. Age-Based pricing for 18yrs and under for the timed event is $20.25 and $10.25 for the untimed event.

WALKERS: Please sign in at the check-in tent upon arrival so we know you arrived and bring your own water to enjoy along your walk.

Welcome to The Environmental Conservancy of North Port And Surrounding Areas evening 5K Timed Run or 1K to 5K Walk at the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park in North Port!

The Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park was acquired by the City of North Port in 1989 with two Florida Recreation Development Assistance Program grants. The name Myakkahatchee comes from the Seminole language: "miarca" meaning "big water" and "hatchee" alluding to "river". A true Blackwater Creek, the water in the Creek is stained a brown color by the leaves, roots, and detritus decaying in and around it, making a transparent water that is darkly stained resembling black tea (aka tannin-stained).



The 5K timed run will take you through through the Yellow Trail, White Trail and Red Trail.



A 1K walk route will be marked; however walkers are free to choose their distance between the 1K or 5K routes.



Leashed dogs are permitted in accordance with park rules; NON-retractable leashes are preferred please for the safety of both pets and people in and around the event area and start/finish line.



Runners/Walkers under age 8 can participate in the run/walk FREE of charge.



Timing provided by Beach Bum Timing (www.beachbumtiming.com [http://www.beachbumtiming.com]).



CAUTION: trails are maintained but preserved in their natural state. You may find uneven surfaces, leaves, branches, roots and other elements typical of this type of environment. "Caution-Tree Roots" signs will be posted along the trails as a reminder. Please wear appropriate closed-toe footwear and exercise outdoor-activity caution.



Food, water, and tables by some of our like-minded environmental colleagues will be on hand for your enjoyment and learning.

Visit the Event Sponsors tab of this website to view the sponsors who registered to support this event for us!

A water station will be located at the 1.25 and 2.75 miles of the 5K run and water will also be handed out at the Finish Line. Walkers, please bring your own water to enjoy along your walk route.



PARKING: Parking is available within the park or along Reisterstown Road/Estates Drive. Please refrain from parking on the residential side of Reisterstown Road/Estates Drive.



DIRECTIONS: Take Exit 182 from I-75 and head East. Follow Sumter Blvd. to Tropicaire Blvd. Turn left on Tropicaire Blvd. and turn right on Reisterstown Road. The park is at the curve of Reisterstown Road on the right.



We truly ARE in a race to conserve. More than 1,000 people are now moving to Florida each and every day and hundreds to thousands of acres of land are being completely cleared not just locally in our neighborhoods, but Statewide, to accommodate our growing population daily; this displaces and threatens the very being of our wildlife, endangered species, flora and trees at the same time, to include Gopher Tortoises such as those pictured in our race website banner.



All of the trees and plants you will see in the park are the same as those being removed in our neighborhoods daily to make way for development. Few to none are saved/protected or planted back.



We hope that in visiting this natural park you will be inspired to learn more about the natural environment in your neighborhood and how to protect it or improve it. Plant back local native trees and plants that once grew on your land, conserve native trees or plants if you are planning to build a home, volunteer with us and attend our events.



As of 7/31/2024 we have acquired and permanently protected 42 parcels across North Port and several areas of Charlotte County. See our website for all parcel details/locations (www.ecnorthport.com [https://www.ecnorthport.com]). Proceeds from this event will be utilized toward future land acquisition purchases. If you'd like to provide the gift of an additional donation in support of our mission as well, please also visit the Donate tab of this website.



The Environmental Conservancy of North Port, Inc. dba The Environmental Conservancy of North Port And Surrounding Areas is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation. Tax ID Number 84-4132468. To learn more about us visit our website www.ecnorthport.com [http://www.ecnorthport.com] find us on Instagram @npconservancy or Facebook https://www.facebook.com/ECnorthport. [https://www.facebook.com/ECnorthport]

Races

  • Race to Conserve - 5K Run (Timed) - Ages 8 and Up Only

    Incl. $2.22 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.47

  • Race to Conserve - Walk 1K to 5K - Ages 8 and Up (Not Timed)

    Incl. $1.62 Fee & Race Shirt

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    $11.87

  • Race to Conserve - Walk 1K to 5K - Ages 7 and Under - Free (Not Timed)

    Sat 29th March 2025 (8:45AM EDT)

    Free

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Location

Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park, 6968 Reisterstown Road, North Port, 34291, FL, United States

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