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2 events in Charlotte County, Florida

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  • 14859 Ingraham Blvd South Gulf Cove, Charlotte County, Florida, 33981, United States
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    Sat, Feb 21, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    The Conservancy and Community Trust of South Gulf Cove would like to welcome you

    to our 6th Annual South Gulf Cove CCT Furry Scurry 5K Walk/Run. All ages are

    welcome to join us for this Dog-Friendly Walk/Run in the South Gulf Cove Community.

    There will be a special 1.5-mile course for those Dog Walkers that feel the 3.1-mile

    course is a little too much for the pups. We are excited to be able to put on this Chip

    Timed event to benefit our local Animal Shelters and Rescues. The proceeds will

    be donated to the following:

    Englewood Animal Shelter (EARS)

    Suncoast Humane Society Englewood

    The German Shepherd Rescue in Punta Gorda

    The Labrador Retriever Rescue of Florida

    Ruck 9

    Rescue Garage

    Peace River K9 Search and Rescue

    We will be grilling up some free hotdogs and supplying some brews after this event to celebrate all the participants.....There will be raffles and silent auctions with some great prizes so bring some extra cash.

    We will also offer a Virtual version of this race for our Furry Friend lovers from out of the area

    Because this Race is a fundraiser there will be no Refunds.

    Runners will start promptly at 8:00am

    5 K Walkers will follow the runners

    Mutt Strut walkers will be corralled in an area at the driveway and will await their walk after the 5K walkers are through the start/finish line

    Packet Pick-up

    Race Morning starting at 6:30am

    Early Packet Pick-up

    Friday 2/20 from 5-8pm.

    14859 Ingraham Blvd. Port Charlotte Fl 33981

    --Please keep in mind that there will be runners on the course please arrive early to get parking, We will have an area set aside for all Mutt Strut participants to gather before the Start of the Mutt Strut

    Miscellaneous Information

    If you are an avid animal lover or rescue parent and would like to sponsor our event please contact Mark Vaccaro @ 610-451-3370 If you would like to Donate, please hit the button above. We will also be accepting supplies and food donations for the Animal Shelters. Thank you in advance.....

    The Conservancy and Community Trust of South Gulf Cove (CCT)

    Event Information

    5K Chip timed Walk/Run—includes a race t-shirt, custom chipped bib, participation medal and

    The top 3 in all categories will take home an award

    --Awards M/F- Overall, Masters (40+), Grandmasters (50+), Senior Grandmasters (60+), Veteran Grandmasters (70+)

    and the top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups:

    9 and under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75-79, 80+

    • $30.00 before Nov. 30th

    • $35.00 before Jan. 4th

    • $40.00 after Jan. 4th

    1.5 Mile Mutt Strut—includes a race t-shirt and finisher medal

    • $25.00 before Jan. 4th

    • $30.00 after Jan. 4th

    5k Discount for Running Clubs and Children under 18 $5.00 off

    Virtual Event- This event is done at your leisure. We will mail a finisher medal and t-shirt for those who sign up.

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  • Sat, Apr 25, 2026 at 8:00 AM

    Run through the diverse woods and shaded hammocks of Gator Wilderness Camp School grounds, situated on 250 pristine acres. Come to enjoy the beautiful scenery while testing your skill and stamina in a 5k,10k or 15k race. All race entry proceeds will benefit Gator Wilderness Camp School.

    Gator Wilderness Camp School is a 501(c)(3) residential school for struggling adolescent males between the ages of 10-15 years old from Southwest Florida.

    Shirts are guaranteed for all registrations received by April 1.

    Awards:

    Awards will be given to the 5k Overall & all Masters finishers for both males and females and top 3 finishers in 5 year age groups for both males and females. 5k is <8 - 80>

    Awards 10K/15K Overall Finishers and top 3 finishers in 5 year age groups for both males and females. 10k,15k is <19-75>

    Join us for a 5k, 10k or 15k race with plenty of fun activities for the whole family to enjoy. Post-race we will be hosting a kids fun dash for ages 2-12.

    Special pricing for Cross Country runners age 15-18 of $20 per student good until April 20th.

    Kids Price 14 n under $15.00 for the 5k only.

    We do not encourage 14 and under to run longer than the 5k if you feel your child can run the 10k or 15k please email us.

    Gator Wilderness Camp is adding a virtual event.

    To mimic the race day experience, We are limiting the event to a one-day virtual race;

    We want those who want to support the camp to also enjoy the experience and receive a race shirt.

    Your shirt will arrive after the event and will be shipped USPS Flat rate box.

    Race Day Registration and packet pick-up from 6:00 a.m. - 7:15 a.m. entry fee $40 On Site Registration

    YOU WILL NEED YOUR PHONE,(You must bring a phone to register.)

    $50 per person including children. The race starts promptly at 8 a.m.

    No pets allowed. Due to the nature of the race, no running strollers will be allowed in the trial run.

    Packets not picked up before the start of the race will be forfeited.

    Come to enjoy the day with fun activities for the whole family to enjoy!

    Biscuits and gravy Bacon hash brown casserole Sausage links Bacon on a stick Molasses cookies Açai bowls Fresh fruit Chocolate milk, orange juice, milk.

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