Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo
Lace up your running shoes!
The Detroit Zoological Society will host the annual Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo on Sunday, September 15, 2013. Participants can compete in the 5K and 10K races or take part in the Fun Walk and help support the Ruth Roby Glancy Animal Health Complex and veterinary care for the Zoo's animals. All proceeds benefit the Detroit Zoological Society.
5K and 10K runners race through the scenic streets of Huntington Woods surrounding the Zoo. Don't like to run? Fun Walk participants follow an enjoyable course throughout the Zoo past many of our award-winning habitats and receive special giveaways.
Afterwards, join us for some fun at the Post-Race Party sponsored by Kroger! Bring the whole family* for a day of excitement and enjoy running or walking, live entertainment, food, beverages, children's activities and the Zoo's award-winning habitats.
Registration is required for people ages 2 and up. *Zoo admission is required for non-race participants.
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
Each registered race participant will receive a Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo commemorative T-shirt, admission to the Detroit Zoo for the day plus food and beverages at the Post-Race Party. Registration is required for people ages 2 and up. Zoo admission is required for non-race participants.
| Cost | Fun Walk | 5K Race | 10K Race | 5K+10K Combo |
| Early Registration by Aug. 5 | $20 | $25 | $30 | $50 |
| Registration after Aug. 5 | $25 | $30 | $35 | $55 |
Group rates for 15 or more participants are available. Contact Christine Kenny at ckenny@dzs.org or (248) 336-5735 for information.
START TIMES
| 5K Run | 8 a.m. | 10 Mile Road entrance of the Detroit Zoo |
| 10K Run | 8:45 a.m. | 10 Mile Road entrance of the Detroit Zoo |
| Fun Walk | 9 a.m. | Main Picnic Grove inside the Detroit Zoo |
COURSES
5K and 10K Run: Flat course (wheelchair accessible) runs around the outside of the Detroit Zoo. Fun Walk (noncompetitive/untimed): 1.5 mile path inside the Detroit Zoo.
Click here for the course map.
For the safety of all participants, bicycles, skateboards, roller blades, roller skates and animals are not allowed in the Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo. Strollers are permitted for the Fun Walk and at the back of the 5K and 10K races.
Packets will not be mailed. • Friday, September 13 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. NOTE: Registration is available on the day of the race, Sunday, September 15 from 6 a.m. to 8:45 a.m. Racers will be using the ChronoTrack B-Tag timing system. The B-Tag is attached to your race bib. In order to receive an accurate time, please confirm your bib is clearly visible on the front of the torso, unaltered and unmodified (do not fold or wrinkle), pinned in all four corners and not covered (jackets, runner belts, water bottles, etc.). 5K AND 10K RESULTS Medals are awarded to the top two male and female finishers in each age category for the 5K and 10K Runs. Age categories are: 14 and under, 15-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+. The Post-Race Awards Ceremony, sponsored by Kroger, will take place immediately following the conclusion of the Run/Walk. The celebration will include entertainment, food, beverages, children's activities and the Zoo’s award-winning habitats. Note: Zoo admission is required for non-race participants. Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo has been recognized by the Governor's Council on Physical Fitness as a quality physical activity event that significantly contributes to the health and well-being of Michigan residents. For more information about the Governor's Council's endorsement program, please visit www.michiganfitness.org/endorsements/index.php. If your friends or family want to support our cause but can't make it to the race, or if they simply want to cheer you on as you help out a worthy organization, it's now possible for them to sponsor you for the event. The money will go toward taking care of the Zoo animals – the next best thing to running in the race. Each individual who raises $150 or more will receive a Detroit Zoo hat. The three individuals raising the most funds will receive a special Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo gift pack, including four tickets for a day at the Zoo. Race entry fees will not be counted towards awards and should be sent as a separate payment.PACKET PICKUP
PACKET PICKUP AND REGISTRATION
Packets can be picked up and guests can register at the front of the Detroit Zoo on the following dates and times:
• Saturday, September 14 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Sunday, September 15 from 6 a.m. to 8:45 a.m.TIMING & RESULTS
CHRONOTRACK B-TAG TIMING SYSTEM
5K and 10K results will be posted at the Post-Race Awards Ceremony shortly after the event. Same day results will be available at www.active.com.AWARDS
POST-RACE PARTY AND AWARDS
ENDORSEMENT
GOVERNOR'S COUNCIL ON PHYSICAL FITNESSCHARITY PARTNER
CHARITY PARTNER
Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo raises funds to purchase equipment for the Ruth Roby Glancy Animal Health Complex and veterinary care for the Detroit Zoo animals. Your help is needed to ensure that the Zoo animals receive the care they need to stay healthy. So whether you like to run or walk, support the Detroit Zoo and Run Wild with us!
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Don't miss this chance to partner with Run Wild for the Detroit Zoo!
Run Wild provides a unique way to connect your brand with the Detroit Zoo in a fun and memorable consumer experience while building your reputation through your support and dedication to animal health and welfare.
Run Wild offers five high-value partnership levels. Each level is supported by an array of exciting marketing and sales promotion benefits whose value well exceeds the partnership fee. We can also provide multiple-year agreements so you can lock-up Run Wild for years to come and keep this valuable asset out of the hands of your competition.
For sponsorship opportunities, contact Roger Hurst at rhurst@dzs.org or (248) 336-5707.
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