Run For The Animals

Join us on 05/07/2025

(race date estimated)

Run For The Animals Race Description

 

CHOOSE  YOUR  DISTANCE:

  • Half Marathon (13.1 miles)
  • 10K (6.2 miles)
  • 5K (3.1 miles) (non-competitive run/walk)
  • Virtual (you choose when & where you run/walk)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

  • 6:45 - 7:45 Packet pick up/check in/registration
  • 8:00 Pre-race meeting
  • 8:30 Gun time
  • 11:30 Awards
  • 12:00 Luncheon

VENUE

Wachapreague Carnival Grounds, Atlantic Ave, Wachapreague, VA 23480

  • FROM THE SOUTH:

 Chesapeake Bay Bridge North

US Route 13 North

 Take Route 180 East towards Wachapreague

 Follow Route 180 into the Town of Wachapreague to STOP sign

 Left at STOP sign - Atlantic Avenue

 Proceed to carnival grounds ahead on left

  • FROM THE NORTH:

US Route 13 South

 Take Route 180 East towards Wachapreague

 Follow Route 180 into the Town of Wachapreague to STOP sign

 Left at STOP sign - Atlantic Avenue

 Proceed to carnival grounds ahead on left

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

  • T-shirt (HM, 10K, 5K, Virtual)
  • Finish medal (HM, 10K, 5K, Virtual)
  • Bib (HM, 10K, 5K, Virtual)
  • Official time (HM, 10K, 5K)
  • Results & photos posted on official website (http://www.runfortheanimals.com)
  • Trophy by division (HM, 10K)
  • No duplicate awards
  • Age determined by age on race day
  • Awards for top fundraisers
  • Post race celebration
  • Baby joggers/strollers welcome
  • Must keep bib visible on your front
  • Run/Walk against/facing traffic
  • Aid stations on all courses (water and gatorade)
  • All distances with or without your leashed canine companion
  • Dogs must be leashed at all times
  • Please keep your dog away from other participants and traffic
  • Doggie water available at aid stations on all courses
  • Note that cellphone service is spotty in this area
  • Rain or shine
  • Sorry no refunds
  • RFTA reserves the right to modify/cancel due to severe weather

 

This is a charity event. 

All net proceeds support the animal orgs who serve the Eastern Shore of Virginia.

Thanks for supporting the cause!

 

 


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    Run For The Animals Where & When

  • Location: Wachapreague, VA 23480
  • Race Date: 2023/05/07 08:30:00 AM (Sunday)
  • Categories:
    • HM
    • 10K
    • 5K
    • Virtual


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Wachapreague, VA Weather

Run For The Animals weather history
  • Based on a 5 year average and a race date of May 7th, Wachapreague, VA can expect temperatures between 41℉ and 57℉ with humidity around 71% and precipitation of 0.16".
    Last year the weather condition was Patchy rain possible.
  • Wachapreague, VA current weather
  • Clear 17.7℉ Clear

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