Run Wild

  • Date Sun 22nd June 2025
  • Time 8:30AM EST
  • Location Louisville, Kentucky
  • Price $22.20 - $27.50
  • Races 2 races
  • Distances 5 Mile

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating day at the Run Wild event on Sunday, June 22, 2025, set in the beautiful Turkey Run Park, part of the Parklands of Floyd Fork in Louisville, Jefferson. This exciting trail run offers participants the chance to choose between a timed five-mile race or a non-timed three-mile run/walk, making it perfect for both beginners and seasoned runners alike. As you navigate the scenic wooded trails, you'll be supporting a fantastic causeโ€”Second Chances Wildlife Center, which focuses on wildlife rehabilitation and environmental education in the Louisville community.

Enjoy the thrill of the race while immersing yourself in nature! Runners can look forward to receiving custom series medals, headbands, and even the chance to meet one of the Second Chances Animal Ambassadors. With fun twists like hidden bats along the course for bonus prizes and delicious snacks prepared by dedicated volunteers waiting for you at the finish line, this event promises to be a memorable experience. Plus, youโ€™ll be part of an environmentally friendly race, so donโ€™t forget to bring your reusable cup or water bottle. Join us for a day of fun, fitness, and community spirit in support of our local wildlife!

Organiser's Description

WOOHOO!!! We are so excited to be doing our run in the Parklands this year! There hasn't been a trail run in this park for years! Participants run five (timed) or three (not timed) miles through the beautiful trails of Turkey Run Park (Parklands of Floyd Fork) to benefit Second Chances Wildlife Center. Second Chances is a nonprofit that provides Environmental Education programs to the Louisville area community. They also offer wildlife rehabilitation and safe release of injured and orphaned animals. Race proceeds and additional donations go back to saving our local wildlife. This pays for medicines, cleaning supplies, vet visits, formula, food, etc. Thank you for your support.

Runners receive a custom series medal, headband or buff. T-shirt and car seat covers available to purchase the day of race. Runners have a chance to meet one of the Second Chances Animal Ambassadors! Non-releasable Educational Animal Ambassadors have lifetime sanctuary at Second Chances. The course is a five miles of single track, wooded trail through beautiful Turkey Run. Elevation about 600. Starting and ending by Brown Forman Silo, the course is great for beginners and veteran runners alike. There are some roots and rocks, mostly on the first mile. Door prizes and overall awards for top 3 male and female runners. If the trails are too muddy to run due to rain, we will be on the paved path, which still makes for a lovely run.

Again this year, we have a fun little twist. We will have a few hidden bats along the course. If you find one, you can turn it in for a door prize. One per Person. Of course if your goal is strictly speed, just wave to the animals as you run past them. We will have other door prizes with a drawing.

Each participant will receive a special entry ticket to the Columbia outlet store that otherwise is invitation only to shop.

A water stop will be located at the midway point on the course. In accordance with our environmental friendly stance, this is a cup free race. Please bring your own reusable cup or water bottle.

A photographer will be there to capture the spirit of the morning. Say cheese!

Plenty of snacks at the end. Second Chances volunteers will be making you some goodies. Stay and socialize for a bit. Door prizes at 10AM.

There is a 3 mile run/walk option this year! This will not be timed. But come enjoy the park and camaraderie.

Packet Pickup: Ken Combs Running Friday 4-6PM and race morning starting at 7:45am. $40 registration the morning of race.

Thank you to our amazing sponsor, Ken Combs Running Store. Thank you to Bigfoot Timing for supporting us with the best timing in our area! Thank you to the Parklands for hosting us and helping to make this happen.

Link to Course Map: coming soon!

Races

  • 5 Mile Run

    Incl. $2.50 Fee & Buff or Headband

    Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $27.50

    OPENS SOON
    Must maintain a 18 minute mile pace to finish before cutoff.
  • 3 Mile Fun Run

    Incl. $2.20 Fee & Buff or Headband

    Sun 22nd June 2025 (8:30AM EDT)

    $22.20

    OPENS SOON
    Must maintain and 18 minute mile to finish before we pack up.

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Location

Turkey Run Park, 8703 Stout Rd, Louisville, 40291, KY, United States

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