Run for the Wild supporting Wildlife Conservation Society
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Run for the Wild supporting Wildlife Conservation Society
About Run for the Wild
Each year, the WCS Run for the Wild raises awareness of the threats facing wildlife while fundraising to help WCS's conservation work at the Bronx Zoo and around the world.
Since its inception in 2009, more than 50,000 people have participated in the Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo.
The 5k race for individual runners will begin at 8:00 a.m.; casual runners and walkers can take part in the Family Fun Run/Walk at 8:45 a.m.
More than 5,000 runners and walkers are expected to participate in this year's event. All are welcome to stay after the race to take part in post-run activities and visit the Bronx Zoo.
This year’s Run for the Wild honors rhinos. Hunted illegally for their horns, rhinos face major threats due to poaching in both Africa and Asia; an average of 2.75 rhinos are shot daily. By participating in the run or supporting a participant, you can help protect rhinos and other endangered wildlife.
Runners, walkers, and wildlife supporters are invited to participate and/or support a participant. Early bird registration discount is available through January 31.
Date
Starts at: April 25, 2020 7:00 AM
Ends at: April 25, 2020 1:00 PM
Location
Bronx Zoo
2300 Southern Boulevard
Bronx,NY 10460 USA
Contact
runforthewild@wcs.org
5k And Family Fun Run
Bronx Zoo, Saturday, April 25, 2020
Including Free Zoo Admission
Music and Dancing
Games
Including Free Zoo Admission
Beer Garden
Face Painting
Make Tracks for Giraffes
They're iconic. They're majestic. They're endangered. They need your help.
Proud Sponsors
Why Participate?
Fundraising
All adults and senior registrants must also raise at least $35 before the run in order to participate. The fundraising requirement is waived for children. All participants are also eligible for a host of prizes based on your personal fundraising success. Sign up and get a jump start on your fundraising now.
Minimum
$35
T-Shirt
Level 1
$75
Rhino Plush + t-shirt
Level 2
$150
Baseball Cap + all previous prizes
Level 3
$300
Tumbler + all previous prizes
Level 4
$600
Beach Towel + all previous prizes
Level 5
$1000
VIP Brunch, Tote, & Zoo Tickets + all previous prizes
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Schedule
- 7:00 AM
- Registration Opens*
- 7:00 - 8:30 AM
- Live Entertainment
- 7:00 - 9:00 AM
- Face Painting
- 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 Strollers permitted
Post-run Activities
- 8:30 - 11:00 AM
- Post run refreshments & Music
- 8:30 - 12:00 PM
- Costumed Characters
- 8:30 - 12:00 PM
- Games
- 8:30 - 12:00 PM
- Music
- 9:00 - 12:00 PM
- Sponsor Give-Aways
- 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- Beer Garden 21+ years old
Must present valid ID for sampling. ID check in will take place in Bronx River Parking lot by start area and Astor Court.
- 9:00 - 12:00 PM
- Face Painting
- 9:30 & 11:00 AM
- Sea lion feedings
- 10:00 AM
- Bronx Zoo exhibits open
- 10:00 - 12:00 PM
- Photo Ops
As the world's largest urban zoo, the Bronx Zoo features more than 600 species from around the globe. Meet some of our mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects. All-day admission is included!
"The Run for the Wild 5K at the Bronx Zoo has become an annual race for my husband and I. It is so fun to be in the zoo before the park is open and run past the animals. Then you get to stay for the rest of the day and enjoy the zoo!"
Celeste S.
