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DWR Hosts Run for the Wild Virtual Running Event
Richmond, VA — The Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources (DWR) encourages you to join us for our Run for the Wild Virtual Running Event!
Date: May 28–31, 2021
We invite you to join us to Run for the Wild, a virtual 5K run/walk (3.1 miles) supporting our mission to ensure wildlife has healthy places to live and thrive. All registration proceeds will go towards our Restore the Wild initiative to support habitat projects vital for the survival of Virginia’s wildlife.
Registration closes May 27, 2021. Don’t delay—Register Now! Together we can ensure continuation of our conservation efforts and expand our work to keep Virginia’s wild places wild.
2020 Stats:
431 Participants | $12,840 Raised | 19 States Represented
How Does it Work?
- Register online through GoOutdoorsVirginia.com before May 27, 2021.
- We ship you your finisher medal and event swag. In order to ensure arrival by the time of the event, we recommend registering by May 21, 2021.
- Run or walk a course of your choosing at your own pace on May 28, 29, 30, or 31, 2021. Pick whichever day is best for you!
- Share your results with us and all your friends on social media. We also have some optional challenges where you can compete to win a one-of-a-kind bonus medal. See below for details.
What is Included in Your Registration?
- A wooden finisher medal/keepsake custom made by Moslow Wood Products (Powhatan, VA). Due to the natural wood of the trees, no two are alike!
- A Restore the Wild pocket notebook.
- A DWR sticker.
- Run for the Wild digital badge and graphics to share on your social media channels of choice.
Run for the Wild Challenges:
Additionally, we have five unique challenges where you can compete to win one-of-a-kind bonus medals. Check out the challenge categories below to learn how to participate. Further instructions will be provided via email on how to submit your results after registration.
Falcon Fierce Challenge:
Be the person that completes their Run for the Wild 5K with the fastest finish time (Male & Female winners). Learn More »
Turtle Trot Challenge:
Be the person that takes the longest time to complete their Run for the Wild 5K. Learn More »
Outdoor Duathlon Challenge:
Complete your 5K plus an additional outdoor activity on the same day. Learn More »
Flora & Fauna Fanatic Challenge:
Share your best photos of the native Virginia plants and wildlife you see along your Run for the Wild route. Learn More »
Scenic Seeker Challenge:
Share your most scenic photo from your Run for the Wild route. Bonus points if your route is on public land! Learn More »
Ready to Register for the Run For the Wild 5K?
Don’t wait! Registration closes May 27, 2021.