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Want to Go for a Run at the Zoo? The Philadelphia Zoo Announces Their 5K “Run Wild for the Zoo” Event

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Want to Go for a Run at the Zoo? The Philadelphia Zoo Announces Their 5K “Run Wild for the Zoo” Event

Want to Go for a Run at the Zoo? The Philadelphia Zoo Announces Their 5K “Run Wild for the Zoo” Event

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Join more than a thousand runners and walkers on Sunday, April 28, for Philadelphia Zoo’s “Run Wild for the Zoo 5k and One-Mile Fun Run.” This race takes participants through the Zoo’s 42-acre campus and raises money for the 1,900 animals that call the Zoo home.

“Our supporters make a world a difference for the animals in our care,” says Chief Development Officer Neil Batiancila. “We’re excited to host this race and fun run to allow our community a unique way to experience and support the Zoo. Their gifts support our nutrition, veterinary and enrichment programs, all of which are essential to animal well-being.”

Participants are encouraged to register by April 1 to guarantee an exclusive race day t-shirt. All runners and walkers must be registered by April 22, and there will be no race day registration. Registration is $40 for the 5k, and all runners are also encouraged to raise an additional $100 for the Zoo as a part of their participation. Registration is $25 for the fun run/walk. Registration includes admission to the Zoo for the day. For more information, including race maps, at: philadelphiazoo.org/events/run-wild-for-the-zoo-5k-fun-run/

Event check-in will open at 7:00am and the 5k run will start promptly at 8:00am. Participants are encouraged to arrive with enough time to park and check-in. Paid parking will be available in the Zoo Garage on Girard Ave. A post-race ceremony will begin at 8:45 am and will award the top male and female overall, as well as in each age category (categories: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60+). Post-race snacks donated by Riverwards Produce. Participants are then encouraged to enjoy a morning at the Zoo, visiting the animals their proceeds are supporting. Run Wild for the Zoo is a rain or shine event. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable.

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