Run 4 Kidtopia 5K/10K (formerly Dan Robinson Memorial Run)

Flat, Fast & Fun!

Now in its 39th year, the Mountain Lakes Triathlon invites you to swim the calm waters of Lake Guntersville, bike a flat, beautiful loop, and run lakeside greenways.

Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just finishing strong, the community vibe and post-race pool party make this event one to remember.

Join athletes of all levels for a day of challenge, camaraderie, and celebration at one of the country’s longest-running triathlons.

Join us for the Taco Trot 5K ... a fun and meaningful community race benefiting Family Services of North Alabama. The race will begin and end at the Guntersville Recreation Center and features a scenic course along the beautiful shoreline of Lake Guntersville.

Whether you run, jog, or walk, every step you take helps support programs that strengthen families, protect children, and provide life-changing services for survivors across Northeast Alabama.

EVENT SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS REGISTERED BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1ST!

Why Taco Trot?

The Taco Trot 5K is more than just a race ... it’s a community event that brings people together to support families in our region.

Participants will enjoy a beautiful lakeside course, a welcoming community atmosphere, and a fun post-race celebration with tacos and fellowship. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or simply enjoying a walk with friends and family, the Taco Trot is designed to be a race everyone can enjoy.

Most importantly, every registration helps fund programs that make our communities safer, stronger, and more resilient.

The Course ...

The Taco Trot begins and ends at the Guntersville Recreation Center and follows a scenic route along Lake Guntersville.

Participants will experience beautiful water views, fresh air, and one of the most scenic running routes in the region. The course is designed to be welcoming for both runners and walkers, making it perfect for seasoned athletes, beginners, families, and community supporters alike.

Post-Race Taco Celebration ...

After crossing the finish line, participants are invited to stay and celebrate with delicious tacos and refreshments while connecting with friends, family, and fellow runners.

The Taco Trot isn’t just about the race ... it’s about bringing the community together for a fun and meaningful cause.

About Family Services of North Alabama ...

Family Services of North Alabama works to strengthen families and restore hope through advocacy, education, and resource networking across Northeast Alabama.

Through two major program areas (Workforce Development & Education and Victim Services & Prevention), FSNA serves individuals and families across Blount, Cherokee, DeKalb, Etowah, Jackson, Marshall, and surrounding counties.

Workforce Development & Education ...

FSNA helps individuals and families build stability and independence through workforce training and family support programs.

Programs include:

1. Workforce Development -- Helping individuals transition from SNAP services into the workforce through job skills training, certification programs, and assistance with items needed for employment such as boots and uniforms.

2. Family & Career -- Supporting parents and relative custodians through parenting education, job training, certification opportunities, and a Pay-to-Learn model that allows participants to receive stipends while completing training.

3. Internet Safety (iSafety) -- Educating students, parents, and community members about online grooming, human trafficking risks, and how to protect children from online predators.

Victim Services & Prevention ...

FSNA also provides critical services for survivors of violence and trauma.

Programs include:

1. Prevention Education -- Delivering sexual assault prevention education to middle school, high school, and college students, as well as community organizations.

2. Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Program -- Providing forensic exams for children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced sexual assault.

3. Victim Services & Advocacy -- Offering legal, medical, and personal advocacy along with therapy and resource referrals for survivors of rape and human trafficking.

4. Oversight of the Northeast Alabama Human Trafficking Task Force and operation of a 24-hour Sexual Assault Crisis Line.

How Your Participation Helps ...

Every Taco Trot registration helps ensure these services remain available to families and survivors throughout Northeast Alabama.

Your participation helps fund:

1. Prevention education for students

2. Advocacy and support services for survivors of violence

3. Workforce development opportunities for families working toward stability

4. Community programs that protect children from exploitation and trafficking

When you participate in the Taco Trot 5K, you’re not just running a race ... you’re helping strengthen families and restore hope across our communities.

This is the 2nd Frantic Frog Sprint of the year. The Goose Pond Island Frantic Frog Fall Sprint Triathlon will take place at the Goose Pond Colony Resort, located in Scottsboro, Alabama on September 19th, 2026.

We have added a 5k Run to the event this year, for those that don't feel challenged to participate in the Triathlon. It will be the same course as the triathlon run portion. You won’t be required to have a USAT membership for the 5k.

We invite all to come enjoy the beauty and challenge awaiting in our host Northern Alabama venue!

Packet Pickup Friday 5 PM - 7:00 PM & Saturday 6:30- 7:30 AM at the grassy area just outside of the Docks Restaurant. Please park on the north side of the pool and not by the transition area. Please note that if you are picking up your packet on race day morning, you will need to arrive early so that you can get checked in and won’t delay the start of the race. Participants need to be checked in by 7:30am and transition closes at 7:45AM.

Frantic Frog Sprint race includes a 500 meter Swim, 14 mile Bike & 5K run beginning at 8 AM Central. Swim will start at end of pier with a rectangular course & beach exit. Swim: Map Link - Bike will be an out & back course. Bike : Map Link - Run will also be an out and back route into campground & return to finish by transition. Run: Map Link.

The 5k will be the same Run route as the triathlon above.

Athlete Amenities - race packets will include race t-shirt, swim cap (must be worn).

Bald Eagle Events has enabled event insurance for your consideration in the event you are unable to compete. Please review this option during the registration process.

USAT Info: ALL USAT RULES APPLY – Goose Pond Island Half Iron Distance Triathlon is a USAT sanctioned event. USAT officials will referee the event.

All Bald Eagle Events triathlon events are sanctioned by USA Triathlon. When a race sanctions with USAT, it is required for each participant to purchase either a one-day license or annual membership in order to participate in said event. A one-day USAT license is $15 and an annual USAT membership is $50. Either can be purchased when signing up for the event. A youth one day or annual USAT license is $10. Click here to learn about your USAT benefits and where your member dollars go.

Age Groups and Awards: Overall awards for the top three male and female finishers & top male and female masters. Age group awards for first, second, and third place in the following M & F age groups: 12-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45- 49, 50-55, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 and over & top 3 Clydesdale & Athena. Open Relay Division: Male, Female, and Co-ed.

Bald Eagle Events has a NO REFUND policy. Insurance is available during the registration of each event. Please take advantage of this option should you wish to insure your entry fees.

Race entries are non-transferable between individuals.

Event Cancellation / Modification Policy - If Natural Disaster or Community Disaster occurs, our action steps are as follows:

1. Bald Eagle Events in concert with local officials will make decisions based on safety first. 2. Courses and/or race segments will be altered as agreed to Bald Eagle Events LLC and local officials 3. Financial: It is not financially feasible for Bald Eagle Events LLC to accept the risk of a disaster for everyone. Each registered participant needs to accept the risk of his or her entry fee. There will be NO REFUNDS or free entries to future races. The money you paid is spent developing the subject event. 4. Bald Eagle Events does not save any money if one of our events has to be canceled for reasons beyond our control. All supplies and services needed for the events are purchased and/or arranged in advance. All event supplies and services associated with that event must be paid for, regardless of the outcome.

The race starts in a beautiful valley with picturesque mountains and fields in the background. Once runners get to the 1.9 mile mark they will enter the crown jewel of caves in the Southeast. The portion of the 5k course that runs through the cave is an out and back 0.6mi that is wide enough for 2 way traffic. Runners will pick up a glow stick at the turn around point and the decorative lighting will be on at all times. The average temperatures for race day are a low of 54F, high of 79F. Meanwhile inside the cave the year round temperature is a cool 58F. This will truly be a race like no other.

Check out this awesome video on Cathedral Caverns State Park to get an idea of the beautiful scenery.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1cbIBSopnDo

Packet pickup will be at RunningLane on FRIDAY from 2-7PM and SATURDAY September 20th from 10:30AM-4:30PM. RunningLane is located at 2407 Memorial Pkwy SW, Huntsville, AL 35801. There will also be packet pickup at the race on Sunday from 7:00AM-10AM. Please arrive 1 hour before your wave start.

Due to the interest in this race and the size of the cave, we will have multiple heats or "waves" of 200 runners each. Each wave will go off 30 minutes after the first.

Example:

9:00am: 1st Wave

9:30am: 2nd Wave

10:00am: 3rd Wave

10:30am: 4th Wave

11:00am: 5th Wave

We are unable to move runners from different waves based on the wave you select during registration. Please check with family and friends on which wave you want to participate in BEFORE registering that way you are able to run/ walk together.

You must stick to your wave assignment! If you do not run in the wave you signed up for, you will not receive a finishing time.