2nd Annual Earth Day 5K

Welcome to the 2nd Annual Earth Day 5K presented by The Friends of Jonathan Dickinson State Park and Southern Timing. We love the earth, it’s beautiful, amazing … and it needs our help. The phrase Earth Day originated in 1969. It means “a day’s observance of the need to protect the Earth’s environment”, and in today's busy world, it's more important than ever! Our race will take you back along the Kitching Creek Trail in the west end of the park, winding through beautiful scenery and along the tree-lined canopy of the famous Loxahatchee River. We wanted a day for our Friends and community to join us in celebrating our amazing planet and our beloved park while getting outdoors (socially distanced of course) and exercising in the fresh cool air of spring. Proceeds benefit the Friends of Jonathan Dickinson State Park, Inc.; a 501c(3) providing direct support to help enhance the ecological, historical, and cultural resources of our beautiful park. When: Saturday, April 9, 2022 Where: Jonathan Dickinson State Park – Kitching Creek Pavilion NOTE: It takes 15 minutes to drive from the ranger station to the event race area. Please take this into consideration when planning your race start time. Price: $45 General 5k Admission $40 Virtual Race – Run or walk the race wherever you want in your own time! $35 Friends and Club Scrub Membership card holders. (not a Friends member?) Join Here **Shirt, medal, and park entrance fees are included in price. Date and Time: Park Opens 6:30am Wave 1 will begin at 7:15am – Wave 1 will be for those interested in competitive racing or experienced trail runners. Wave 2 will begin at 7:45am – Wave 2 will be for beginner trail runners and everyone else. Drawing of Chance! Drawing of chance 8:00am - The first drawing of chance will be at 8am for Wave 1 runners. Drawing of chance 9:00am - The second drawing of chance will be at 9am for Wave 2 runners. Drawing of Chance Items: To be Announced! Trail Conditions: The trail is natural surface; mostly dry grass, with some sugar sand mixed in. As this trail is in a low-lying area of the park there can be puddles and slightly uneven terrain. COVID-19 Safety Protocol: All participants are asked to wear face coverings while not running and in the general pavilion/race area. Hand sanitizer stations will be set up around the event. We ask everyone to please socially distance as much as possible to keep our event healthy and safe for all. All Staff and volunteers are required to wear face coverings for the duration of the event. Refund Policy: Due to this being a fundraiser, there will be no rain dates or reschedules of the event. If tickets are purchased and the event is cancelled due to inclement weather, no refunds will be given. Questions / Concerns: Please email contact@friendsofjdsp.org