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Saturday, February 20th, 2027
14859 Ingraham Blvd, South Gulf Cove, Port Charlotte FL
5K · 1 Mile
About this race
Welcome Message
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.
Event Details
- Date: February 21st, 2026
- Time: 8:00 AM
- Location: 14859 Ingraham Blvd, South Gulf Cove, Port Charlotte, FL
- URL: Race Registration
Dog-Friendly Options
- Option: 1.5-mile course for Dog Walkers
- Chip Timed: Yes, this is a Chip Timed event
- Proceeds: Will benefit local Animal Shelters and Rescues
- Beneficiaries: Englewood Animal Shelter, Suncoast Humane Society, German Shepherd Rescue, Labrador Retriever Rescue, Ruck 9, Rescue Garage, Peace River K9 Search and Rescue
Post-Race Celebration
- Refreshments: Free hotdogs and brews after the race
- Raffles: Silent auctions with great prizes
- Virtual Option: Available for out-of-area participants
- No Refunds: As this is a fundraiser
Race Day Information
- Packet Pick-up: Race Day starting at 6:30 AM
- Early Packet Pick-up: Friday, 2/20 from 5-8 PM
- Parking: Arrive early due to runners on the course
- Mutt Strut: Will start after the 5K walkers
Miscellaneous Information
If you are an avid animal lover or rescue parent and would like to sponsor our event please contact Mark Vaccaro at 610-451-3370. We will also be accepting supplies and food donations for the Animal Shelters. Thank you in advance.
Awards and Registration Fees
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+)
- Age Groups: Awards for top 3 Male and Female in specified groups
- Registration Fee: $30.00 before Nov. 30th
- Age Group Fees: $35.00 before Jan. 4th, $40.00 after Jan. 4th
Mutt Strut Details
- Distance: 1.5 Mile Mutt Strut—includes a race t-shirt and finisher medal
- Registration: $25.00 before Jan. 4th, $30.00 after Jan. 4th
- Discount: $5.00 off for Running Clubs and Children under 18
- Virtual Event: Completed at your leisure, includes finisher medal and t-shirt
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