Young Life Virtual 5K Race Details
When: Run anytime between Thursday, Nov. 12th and Sunday, Nov. 15th at 3:00 p.m.
What is a virtual event? A Virtual Event can be run (or walked) from any location you choose…on the road, on a trail, on a treadmill – all while maintaining social distancing. Run at your own pace and time it yourself!
Cost: A donation for the 5K or the Fun Run. ALL proceeds stay local and benefit Young Life of Manatee County.
Swag Bags (Race Packets) for runners will include a YL race t-shirt, a sticker, and other goodies.
I registered, now what?
Race Packet Pick-Ups: At the Young Life office at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Ave West (in the back of the building).
We are looking forward to seeing you at one of the Race Packet Pick-Up opportunities:
Tuesday night, November 10th at the YL office from 5-8 (drive by pick up)
Wednesday morning, November 11th at the YL office between 9-1.
Wednesday evening, November 11th at the YL office from 5-8. (drive by pick up)
If you are unable to come in person, don’t worry! We will do our best to drop off or mail all remaining packets after November 11th. Call, text or email to arrange another pick up time.
How do I submit my results?
Submit photo of your finish time and distance between Nov. 12-15th at 3:00 p.m. to the Facebook Event Page "Young Life Manatee County Virtual 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run"
Where to run: We will post when and where some leaders and board members will be running throughout the event- feel free to join them at the beach, Riverwalk, Robinson’s, or GT Bray, or choose your own trail!
Signs/Photo ops: Take your picture near one of our Young Life signs- sign your name on it too!
When posting photos to the Facebook page- use #5KYL941.
Awards:
We will be announcing race winners On Sunday night, November 15th at 7:00 p.m. as well as our FUN & CREATIVE awards. Follow us on the Facebook Event Page "Young Life Manatee County Virtual 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run" for details!
Top Male and Female winners in 8 age groups:
Future YL kid (youth), WyldLife (middle school), Young Life (high school), 19-29, 30-39, 40-49. 50-59, 60+
Creative Awards List:
Youngest participant
Oldest participant
Participant from the furthest distance away
Most family members running together
Best outfits (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Most creative running trail
Most creative finish line photo
Best 4-legged running buddy
Most unique or creative running shoes
Best photo of wildlife while running
*Submit your photos for these creative awards on Facebook and hashtag #5KYL941
Prizes include: Gift cards from Coco Joes, Sweetberries, Jiffy Lube, Charley’s Boutique, Smoothie King, Fit Crew, One Tribe Fitness, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Starbucks, Pure Barre, Outback, O’Bricks, Hydroflasks, Yeti cup, Young Life swag and much more!
Still have questions: Contact us at younglifemanateecounty@gmail.com or call Courtney at 941.704.9611 or Emily at 941.920.1298
What is a virtual event? A Virtual Event can be run (or walked) from any location you choose…on the road, on a trail, on a treadmill – all while maintaining social distancing. Run at your own pace and time it yourself!
Cost: A donation for the 5K or the Fun Run. ALL proceeds stay local and benefit Young Life of Manatee County.
Swag Bags (Race Packets) for runners will include a YL race t-shirt, a sticker, and other goodies.
I registered, now what?
- Come to one of the Race Packet Pick-Ups (see below) to collect your awesome swag!
- Put on your running shoes and race shirt (or crazy costume or fun outfit).
- Complete the 5K or Fun Run WHERE you want…on a road, on a trail, on a treadmill and HOW you choose…you can run, walk, hop, skip or jump. Use a smart device or any running app to clock and measure (i.e. Map My Run, Strava, Runkeeper, or other similar app)
- Submit photo of your finish time and distance between Nov. 12- Nov. 15 at 3:00 p.m. to the Facebook Event Page "Young Life Manatee County Virtual 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run"
- Keep the excitement going! Post pics in your awesome Race T-shirt and/or fun outfit and encourage friends & fellow participants on our Facebook Event Page using #5KYL941.
Race Packet Pick-Ups: At the Young Life office at Trinity United Methodist Church, 3200 Manatee Ave West (in the back of the building).
We are looking forward to seeing you at one of the Race Packet Pick-Up opportunities:
Tuesday night, November 10th at the YL office from 5-8 (drive by pick up)
Wednesday morning, November 11th at the YL office between 9-1.
Wednesday evening, November 11th at the YL office from 5-8. (drive by pick up)
If you are unable to come in person, don’t worry! We will do our best to drop off or mail all remaining packets after November 11th. Call, text or email to arrange another pick up time.
How do I submit my results?
Submit photo of your finish time and distance between Nov. 12-15th at 3:00 p.m. to the Facebook Event Page "Young Life Manatee County Virtual 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run"
Where to run: We will post when and where some leaders and board members will be running throughout the event- feel free to join them at the beach, Riverwalk, Robinson’s, or GT Bray, or choose your own trail!
Signs/Photo ops: Take your picture near one of our Young Life signs- sign your name on it too!
When posting photos to the Facebook page- use #5KYL941.
Awards:
We will be announcing race winners On Sunday night, November 15th at 7:00 p.m. as well as our FUN & CREATIVE awards. Follow us on the Facebook Event Page "Young Life Manatee County Virtual 5K & 1 Mile Fun Run" for details!
Top Male and Female winners in 8 age groups:
Future YL kid (youth), WyldLife (middle school), Young Life (high school), 19-29, 30-39, 40-49. 50-59, 60+
Creative Awards List:
Youngest participant
Oldest participant
Participant from the furthest distance away
Most family members running together
Best outfits (1st, 2nd, 3rd)
Most creative running trail
Most creative finish line photo
Best 4-legged running buddy
Most unique or creative running shoes
Best photo of wildlife while running
*Submit your photos for these creative awards on Facebook and hashtag #5KYL941
Prizes include: Gift cards from Coco Joes, Sweetberries, Jiffy Lube, Charley’s Boutique, Smoothie King, Fit Crew, One Tribe Fitness, Dick’s Sporting Goods, Starbucks, Pure Barre, Outback, O’Bricks, Hydroflasks, Yeti cup, Young Life swag and much more!
Still have questions: Contact us at younglifemanateecounty@gmail.com or call Courtney at 941.704.9611 or Emily at 941.920.1298