Sandpiper Sprint
Event summary
The Sandpiper Sprint is not just a race; it’s a celebration of the local wildlife and an opportunity to support the vital habitats that birds depend on in Baldwin County. With races open to participants of all ages, everyone from seasoned athletes to families with young children can join in the fun. After the race, enjoy awards, delicious food, and festivities hosted by local environmental organizations. Don't miss this chance to make a difference while enjoying a beautiful day outdoors—mark your calendars for April 26th and be part of the Sandpiper Sprint!
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Sandpiper Sprint 5k
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
This is the official 5k race! In addition to the race, there will also be fun activities for all ages about birds, native plants, and pollinators. There will be booths open from 8AM10AM featuring race sponsors and local environmental organizations, and post race snacks. All events are open to the public, even if you aren't running!
Entries closed8:00 AM CDT
$27.50
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Sandpiper Sprint 1 Mile Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
This is the ONE MILE fun run for our friends who don't want to take on a full 5k. Work up a sweat, enjoy a stroll with little ones, or help hit your step goal for the day. This run is for everyone! In addition to the race, there will also be fun activities for all ages about birds, native plants, and pollinators. There will be booths open from 8AM10AM featuring race sponsors and local environmental organizations, and post race snacks. All events are open to the public, even if you aren't running!
Entries closed9:00 AM CDT
$16.90
Organiser's description
Our 1 mile Fun Run course makes its way through the neighborhood and is perfect for little ones, families, and anyone else who doesnt want to take on the full 5k but still wants to be part of the fun!This event is open to everyone of all ages and will be a perfect opportunity to enjoy the outdoors, whether running or not.
BOTH OF THESE EVENTS WELCOME RUNNERS, WALKERS, JOGGERS, AND EVERYTHING IN BETWEEN.
But this is more than a race, _it's a celebration of the birds that depend on the unique and vital habitats found in Baldwin County_. From songbirds in your backyard to the shorebirds on our beautiful beaches, birds are dependent on the health of area ecosystems for survival. This includes the health of native plants and pollinators too. Birds need insects, insects need native plantsand they need you to help protect a future for it all!
Alabama Audubon's work on the coast combines science, research, and education to help ensure a future for the birds we love. Recent studies suggest we have lost 29 percent of overall wild bird populations (approx. 3 billion birds) since the 1970's largely due to habitat loss. Shorebird populations specifically have decreased by almost 38%. The story of the challenges facing birds is unfolding before our eyes. Help us do the work to give birds a voice. All proceeds from this race go directly towards the work our Coastal Bird Stewardship program is doing in Mobile and Baldwin County, which provides critical protection and monitoring for the 13 species of birds that depend on Alabama beaches for nesting and raising their chicks. Click here to learn more about the work being done by Alabama Audubon Coastal Bird Stewardship Program. https://alaudubon.org/coastal
If you decide not to join us for race day, please consider donating to our coastal program! https://birmingham.app.neoncrm.com/forms/coastal-challenge
REGISTRATION & PRICING
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Race + Shirt / $30
Race Only / $25
Fun Run + Shirt / $20
Fun Run Only / $15
Additional Shirts / $20
DAY-OF REGISTRATION: CHECK OR CASH ONLY! NO CREDIT CARD OR CASH APP PAYMENTS WILL BE ACCEPTED.
Race + Shirt / $35
Race Only / $25
Fun Run + Shirt / $25
Fun Run Only / $15
Additional Shirts / $25
***IN THE EVENT OF INCLEMENT WEATHER ON RACE DAY: IF IT IS JUST RAINING, WE ARE RUNNING! IF THE WEATHER BECOMES SEVERE ENOUGH TO WARRANT CANCELLATION OF THE EVENT, RACE REGISTRATION FEES WILL BE CONSIDERED A DONATION TO THE FUNDRAISER BENEFICIARY: ALABAMA AUDUBON COASTAL BIRD STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM. THERE WILL BE NO REFUNDS. HOWEVER, T-SHIRTS WILL BE MADE AVAILABLE FOR PICKUP OR SHIPMENT AT A DATE AND TIME TO BE DETERMINED.***
AWARDS CATEGORIES:
* TOP FEMALE & MALE OVERALL FINISHERS FOR 5K
* TOP THREE MALE & FEMALE 5K IN AGE GROUPS: 9 & UNDER, 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, & 70+
Location
110 E Jackson Ave, Summerdale, 36580, AL, United States
Sandpiper Sprint
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