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World Giraffe Day 5K Run/Walk

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1000 W California St,, Gainesville TX

Saturday, June 21st, 2025

🦒 Event Overview

  • Date: June 21, 2025
  • Time: 7am to 10am, with check-in starting at 6:30am
  • Location: 1000 W California St, Gainesville, TX
  • Website: Register Here

🏃‍♀️ Race Options

  • In-Person: 5K cross country run or a walk through the zoo before it opens to the public
  • Virtual Challenge: Available with limited spaces for those unable to attend in person
  • Medals: Hand-crafted wooden race medal and race t-shirt for in-person participants: virtual participants will receive a medal
  • Fun Fact: Celebrate the longest day of the year with the longest necks!

🐾 About Frank Buck Zoo

  • Reputation: "The best little zoo in Texas," home to over 130 animals, including giraffes
  • Partnership: Frank Buck Zoo and Save Giraffes Now have collaborated since 2022
  • Event Significance: Proud partnership for the 2025 World Giraffe Day 5K
  • Learn More: Visit Frank Buck Zoo

🌍 About Save Giraffes Now

  • Organization: Texas-based 501(c)3 non-profit focused on giraffe conservation
  • Projects: Over thirty giraffe saving projects in Africa since 2019
  • Film: Subject of a National Geographic film titled Saving Giraffes: The Long Journey Home
  • More Information: Visit Save Giraffes Now

📧 Contact Information

  • Email: For more information or to become a sponsor, email amber@savegiraffesnow.org

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