St. Mark's Lions on the Run 5K

 St. Mark’s Lions on the Run 5KxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxFriday, March 10th, 2017 - 5:30 p.m.
Race Day Registration 8:00 a.m - Race - 9:00 a.m.

LOCATION:xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx St. Mark’s Episcopal Church and Academy; 2 Church St., Cocoa Village, FL 32922

RACE DESCRIPTION - coming soon! 

ENTRY
5K – $25.00
Race Day $30.00
Register for all three 3 events for $60.00 – Coming soon!

DAY OF REGISTRATION & PACKET PICK UP
Packet pickup will take place Thursday, March 9th at Episcopal Academy from 12-7 pm; Race Day, 4:30 – 5:15 pm.

DAY OF EVENT SCHEDULE
4:30 pm – Registration Opens
5:30 pm – Race Start
6:50 pm – A children’s fun run will follow at 6:45 pm.

TEE SHIRTS
Shirts are guaranteed for all pre-registered participants. Shirts not guaranteed on race day.

AWARDS
Top overall male and female and top 3 male and female age groups will receive awards. Age groups include 14& under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+ & over

PARKING
Information coming soon!

PROCEEDS
Proceeds benefit Southern Stone-Black Crow Charities: a community-wide mini grant provider to non-profit and community groups. The all-volunteer effort ensures 100% of funds go to community improvement in the coverage area of Southern Stone Communications of FL radio stations – 95.7 the HOG, 103.3 The VYB, 93.1 Coast Country, 99.5 The LOV and New Talk 1150AM. Recipient organizations include Council on Aging, Fallen Firefighters Fund, Boys and Girls Club, Toys for Tots, Meals on Wheels, Boys & Girls Clubs, Sheriff’s Youth Ranch, and Red and Black Club among scores of others.

TIMING & SCORING
Race will be timed and scored with a disposable chip provided, which will be attached to the bib.

QUICK FACTS                           

How long is the course?             
The 5K is 3.1 miles.

How will I be timed? 
The race uses an electronic timing system that records race time and place via a  transponder chip, that will be given out at registration. Each individual competing in the 5K is required to use the race chip. Official times will not be recorded without a chip. There will be a clock at the finish line to view your time.

How will I receive my results? Official results are posted for the top runners in each category, race staff has all results for on-site inquiries and results are posted on the race website. 

Can I use my own race chip or tag rather than utilizing the one that is provided? No, for this year's race, we are not equipped to utilize individuals’ personal chips or tags.  The race will provide you with a chip and bib number

Can I participate in the event with my dog?xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxSorry, as much as we love our pets too, the safety of participants is our main concern. Therefore, we do not allow pets on the course.

Can I participate with a stroller?
Yes, nurturing future generations of runners is a priority and demonstrating healthy lifestyles to our kids is special. Please, however, start in the later part of the runners.  

Should I bring my own water? 
Yes, but there will be a water station are available on the course. 

I will be out of town on race day and not able to participate. Can I get my money returned?
We appreciate your race registration. As the race brochure states, we are unable to issue refunds. We are not in a position to credit your credit card or issue checks. 

Will the race be held if it's raining?
The race is a "rain or shine" event. All participants are encouraged to dress appropriately for the weather, such as in a rain coat or hat. Umbrellas can pose a safety hazard to others, so please do not bring them.  

Can I transfer my entry to someone else?
We have a strict NO TRANSFER policy.