Thrive & Strive 5K

The Turtle Trot 10k & 5k is held at SunWest Park in Hudson. The course takes you on a paved hiking path around old salt mines. If you've never been to SunWest Park, you're in for a treat! Participants may run or walk any distance.

Packet Pickup is on Saturday morning from 6:45 am to 7:45 am. A pre-race meeting for both events will begin at 7:50 am.

Every registered participant will receive a finisher award and the top male and female in the timed 10K and 5K will receive an overall award. Note: T-Shirts are an "add-on" during registration so the proceeds from registration can be donated to PAIR.

Proceeds of this event will go to the Pasco County Parks, Recreation and Natural Resources Adaptive and Inclusive Programming (PAIR). The PAIR program's mission is to enrich the lives of our diverse community by offering inclusive and adaptive programming within our county parks and recreation system ensuring individuals of all abilities have access to recreational opportunities, fostering a sense of belonging, empowerment, and well-being for everyone.

The 5th Annual Turtle Trot is in loving memory of Angela Fagan, Program Manager - Community and Outreach at Pasco County Parks Recreation and Natural Resources Department, whose life was cut short due to complications of the COVID-19 virus.

On Sunday, April 12th, 2026, the 6th Annual Cassidy Otto Stomp Out Cancer 5K Run will take place at The Shops at Wiregrass. The 3.1 mile chip-timed course will start at 8:00am following a welcome ceremony at the start line. There will be a water station along the course as well as water at the start/finish. A Kid's Fun Run will follow the 5K for children 7 and under. We will celebrate our hard work with an international-themed family fun festival including activities for kids, international food, live music, and a silent auction.

Post-Race Festival

Join us for the Cassidy Otto Stomp Out Cancer 5K Festival! Following the 5K race, gather with friends and family for refreshments and food from around the world, live music, fun activities and Silent Auction featuring artwork from Cassidy's sketchbooks! Moffitt Cancer Center will be providing free head and neck and skin cancer screenings. All proceeds to benefit then Cassidy Otto Stomp Out Cancer Foundation, the Children’s Cancer Center, and Moffitt Cancer Center, as well as other local initiatives that support our mission.

Race shirts are guaranteed if registered by Friday March 27th, 2026. (After this date, they are available while supplies last!)

The Cassidy Otto Stomp Out Cancer Foundation is a nonprofit organization with the belief that community is stronger than cancer. Cassidy Otto is a 9-year-old from Lutz, FL who embraced life and love, but tragically lost her battle with medulloblastoma, a rare form of pediatric brain cancer, on 12/25/20. She ran 5K races and was a fashion aficionado and changed the world with her sweetest of smiles. For More Info Visit cassidyottofoundation.org (https://cassidyottofoundation.org/)

Awards for the 5K

Overall Male and Female

3 Deep - Male and Female in 5 Year Age Groups

(Starting at 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, up to 70+)

Early Packet Pickup - TBD

(Registrations are non-refundable)

4 pricing tiers for the 5K and Virtual runs depending on registration date:

$35 up to 1/31

$40 up to 2/28

$45 up to 4/11

$50 race day

Kids' Fun Run (7 & Under) Live event ($15 throughout registration dates)

Race Information

The race starts at 8:00 AM.

Packet pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race starts.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

No on-site registration.

Additional Information

Behind the Aquatic Center is a Splash Pad- packet pick up will be located at the shelter in this area.

See this map.

5K & 10K Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5850048019

The course is an out and back.

The 5K does the course twice.

The 10K does the course four times.

Half Marathon Course

https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/5792787031

The course is an out and back.

The Half Marathon does the six times.

Course Time Limit

3 hours and 30 minutes.

Finisher Medals

All finishers will receive a themed medal.

Best Costume

Wearing a costume is not required, but we do encourage it.

At the beginning of each race, we take a group photo.

The best costume will be awarded at the beginning of the race.

Series Points

This race earns points towards the US Road Running Race Series.

For more information go to https://usroadrunning.com/S.php

Awards

https://usroadrunning.com/Awards.php

Frequently Asked Questions and Information

https://usroadrunning.com/FAQ.php

US Road Running

https://usroadrunning.com

The 2nd annual Gothard Acres 5K Fun Run/Walk.

No frills simple fun run/walk. No race bibs, t-shirts or medals. $25 Adults. $5 for Kids under 18.

100% of all net proceeds will be donated to benefit the Sickles High School Athletic Booster Club to assist with the purpose of strengthening the status of the overall athletic programs and support the financial needs of school teams.

Gothard Acres 5K Fun Run/Walk

Saturday, 4/18/25 – Start at 8:05 AM

16103 Copeland Farms Road, Odessa, FL 33556

The 17th annual Caliente Bare Dare 5K is the premier clothing-optional race in North America, held at the beautiful Caliente Resort, the most upscale clothing-optional destination in the USA. Make a promise to yourself this year to finally run North America's biggest bucket-list, destination race, party event in endurance sports.

The Caliente Bare Dare 5K is the hottest race in Florida! Not literally as early spring temperatures in the Tampa area are ideal for running. Caliente is Spanish for "hot" and this is one event where you can leave the running clothes at home and spend the day at the most upscale clothing-optional resort in North America -- all for the price of your 5K entry fee.

This annual event, which began in 2010, has become one of the most talked about among Florida runners. We offer a scenic one-loop course among the beautiful gated community of Caliente, along with custom awards for the top 20 female and top 20 male finishers. We welcome runners of all levels - you can even walk the event - but the race attracts elite athletes. The course records of 15:49 (male) and 17:57 (female) are comparable to those of much larger races.

The race is just the beginning of your day at Caliente. Wear as much or as little as you like for the race - shoes required and sunscreen highly recommended - and then spend the rest of the day at this destination resort. Sundays are always a good time at Caliente, with music played poolside and the party goes on all day.

Caliente is located in Land O'Lakes, Fla., just north of Tampa in Pasco County, known as Florida's Sports Coast for its many sports and recreation attractions and events. Caliente features a 30,000-square-foot clubhouse with four bars, nightclub, and fitness center. Its massive lagoon-style pool with waterfall is the centerpiece of a Caribbean-style resort that includes three other pools.

The 5K course wraps around Caliente's beautiful grounds, along running trails and lakes before you cross the finish line at the foot of the Caliente clubhouse. A post-race celebration will begin shortly thereafter alongside Caliente's massive lagoon pool!

Please note: We do not post results or participants of this race online or anywhere else. We’ve found that many runners have no problem with having their names posted online as participants of a clothing-optional run on race sites that list finishing times. But some people object for understandable reasons: privacy, job concerns, or just not wanting to deal with grief from friends not brave enough to race themselves. Rather than sort this out, we opt not to post results.

FAQs

Q: Is access to Caliente included in my race entry?

A: YES! All-day access is included in your race entry, making the Caliente Bare Dare 5K perhaps the best value in endurance sports.

Q: What do you do about race numbers since it's a nude race?

A: We provide wristbands that will ID you as a paid race participant and also provide all-day access to Caliente.

Q: Since the Caliente Bare Dare 5K does not post results, how will I know my time?

A: We have a large race clock at the finish line. Please take note of your time as you cross the finish.

Q: Do you give medals?

A: No medals. We give custom awards for the top 20 male and top 20 female finishers. Between those awards, custom T-shirts or towels, all-day access to Caliente, and a bucket-list event rated among the best races in North America, we believe this is among the best values in endurance sports.

Q: Where do I put my keys?

A: Caliente has a locker room - co-ed - but you must provide your own lock.

Q: What time should I arrive?

A: We recommend 7:00 for the 8:30 race, though check-in will be open at 6 AM. First-time visitors to this race often underestimate the time it takes to get to Land O'Lakes. Arriving at 7 AM gives you time to check in, use the facilities, stretch and get ready for a race to remember!