Save the Manatee 5K

🐬 Race Overview

• Event Name: 22nd Annual Save the Manatee 5K
• Date: November 15, 2025
• Location: Blue Spring State Park, 2100 W. French Ave, Orange City, FL
• Time: 8 a.m. ET

🌊 Join the Cause

• Inaugural Event: First 5K in Florida's manatee home state
• Season Kick-off: November 15 marks the start of Manatee Season
• Scenic Route: Race along the flat Spring-to-Spring Trail
• Open to Everyone: Runners and walkers of all ages and paces are welcome

🏅 Awards and Medals

• Finishers: Awards for Top 3 male and female finishers
• Medal: Custom Finisher Medals for the first 500 registered
• Kids: Free stuffed manatee for participants 12 and under (in-person only)
• Proceeds: Support Save the Manatee Club

📦 Packet Pick-up

• Location: Save the Manatee Club’s headquarters in Longwood, FL
• Date: November 10 – 14 from noon – 4 p.m.
• Race Day: Starts at 6:30 a.m. at Blue Spring State Park
• Included: Manatee Unisex Cotton/Polyester Blend T-shirt, Medal, Race Bib

⏰ Event Schedule

• 6:30 a.m. - Packet Pickup & Registration Opens
• 8:00 a.m. - Race Starts

🚶‍♂️ Virtual Participation

• Flexibility: Participate from anywhere on the date and time you choose
• Activity: Run, walk, bike, swim, kayak, scuba, or hike
• Registration: Includes T-shirt, Medal, and Race Bib
• Postage: Included in virtual registration

🚗 Parking Information

• Location: Inside Blue Spring State Park
• Admission: Park admission included in registration fee

🔍 Timing & Scoring

• Method: Timed and scored with a disposable chip
• Chip: Attached to the back of the bib

🌐 More Information

For further details, visit the official race page: Save the Manatee 5K.