Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo!
Make tracks for wildlife in the 2016 WCS Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo. This year's 5K run/walk takes place on Saturday, April 30.
There's still time to register, raise awareness and funds, and to run! Register here!
There are two start times, one for runners at 8:00 a.m., and a second for the zoo's Family Fun Run/Walk at 8:45 a.m.
The Wildlife Conservation Society protects animals and their habitats all over the globe. Run on behalf of your favorite animal and help them to continue their critical work!
Registration fee:
$45 for adults
$35 for children (3-15)
$35 for Seniors (65+)
FUNDRAISING REQUIREMENT
All adults and senior registrants must also raise at least $30 before the run in order to participate on April 30! The minimum fundraising requirement is waived for children.
PERKS & PRIZES
Prizes
All registered adults and seniors who meet the $30 fundraising requirement will receive:
Entrance to either the 5K or Family Fun Run
Complimentary Bronx Zoo general admission and parking for the entire day
A commemorative WCS Run for the Wild t-shirt
You'll also be eligible for a host of prizes based on your personal fundraising success: You can win a cheetah plush, tote bag, cooling towel, and a VIP brunch. Sign up and get a jump start on your fundraising now.
SCHEDULE
7:00 AM
Face Painting
Registration Opens
XPOGO stunt entertainment
7:40 AM
Warm Up Stretches & Opening Ceremonies
8:00 AM
Start time for 5K Run (No strollers permitted)
8:30 AM
Warm up Stretches
8:45 AM
Start time for Family Fun Run/Walk
POST-RUN ACTIVITIES
8:30 AM
Post run refreshments and Music
Costume Characters
9:00 AM
Sponsor Giveaways
Silent Disco (Powered by Quiet Events)
Rock Wall Climbing
Sea lion feedings
10:00 AM
Face Painting
Bronx Zoo exhibits open
Beer Garden (21+ years old)
Photo Ops
