Bucs Bounty 5K and 1mi Fun Run

🏴‍☠️ Bucs Bounty 5K and 1mi Fun Run

Collect Your Treasure! The Bucs Bounty 5K and 1mi Fun Run is excited to launch its inaugural race on Saturday, January 17, 2026! Join us for a morning of fun and fitness as we support the students and programs of FSW Collegiate High School right on the beautiful Florida Southwestern State College (FSW) campus in Punta Gorda.

🏃‍♂️ The Course & Race Options

• Participation Options: We offer two great ways to participate: the 5K Run/Walk and the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk.
• Scenic 5K: The 5K course offers a truly scenic experience, winding through FSW's beautiful campus.
• Campus Features: You'll run alongside our campus lake and beneath the majestic oak trees.
• Path Details: The path is a mix of paved roads, sidewalks, and parking lots.

🎟️ Race Packet Pick Up

• Date: Thurs, Jan. 15th 6-7pm at FSWC
• Race Day: at 7am

🏅 Competitive Details & Awards (5K Only)

• Timing Services: Professional timing services will be provided for all competitive 5K runners.
• Awards for Fastest Runners: Awards will be for the fastest overall runners in these categories: Overall Top Adult Male and Female Finisher, Overall Top Student Male and Female Finisher.
• Medals: Medals will be presented to the top two or three finishers (Male and Female) in a wide range of age and master categories.
• Age Groups: 9-under, 10-12, 13-15, 16-18, 19-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70+

♿ Wheelchair & Start Times

• Wheelchair Racers: Wheelchair racers are welcome in the 5K.
• 1-Mile Fun Run Start: The 1-Mile Fun Run will start immediately after the 5K at 7:30am.
• Wheelchair Policy: Only non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted.

🎽 Race Swag & Finding Your Bounty!

• Participants' Gear: All participants will receive a high-quality, short-sleeve Bucs Bounty 5K race t-shirt and a numbered bib.
• Shirt Guarantee: Register by December 17, 2025 to guarantee your shirt!
• Costume Contest: Embrace your inner Buccaneer! Join our Best Buccaneer Costume Contest for a chance to win a special prize!
• Treasure Collection: Keep your eye out for treasure while you run! Beads will be thrown out along the route—be sure to collect your bounty!

🎓 Supporting Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School

All proceeds from the Bucs Bounty 5K and 1mi Fun Run go directly to Florida South, supporting academic enrichment, student activities, and campus improvements.

Thank you for investing in our students!

🏫 About Florida Southwestern Collegiate High School

As the first collegiate high school in Southwest Florida opened its doors in August of 2009, Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School is located on the beautiful Charlotte Campus of Florida SouthWestern State College. FSWC-Charlotte is designed to provide students of all ability levels an opportunity to graduate with both a high school diploma and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree. FSWC-Charlotte students enjoy a college environment along with a vast array of resources provided by FSW while also maintaining the traditional elements of high school life. As a public charter high school, FSWC-Charlotte is free to students and has been consistently ranked as an “A” school by the Florida Department of Education! FSWC was recognized in 2019 as a National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence.

More about FSWC

For more information and to register, visit Bucs Bounty Race Page.