Hellcat 5K and 10K
Bunker Ave. Green Cove Springs, FL
Race Site
Directions: Start/Finish is at the flagpole at Reynolds Ind. Park. From State Rd 16 turn into Reynolds Park at the flashing traffic light on Reynolds Blvd/St Rd 16. NJROTC cadets will guide you to the parking area. Registration and check in is at the flagpole.
Course
Historic Lee Field in Green Cove Springs. Home of the US Navy’s F6F Hellcat fighter of WWII fame. The course is an out and back course around the perimeter of the old base. The course is a combination of pavement and dirt roads. No roots or rocks. Runners will go thru scenic cypress swamps with an abundance of wild life to include gators, deer, bear.
Entry Fees
| 5K | 10K | |
|---|---|---|
| Until December 31st | $35 | $35 |
| January 1st - February 7th | $40 | $40 |
Sorry, there are absolutely no refunds!
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Online:
» Click Here to Register Online
Online registration closes early. After online registration closes, you can still register in any 1st Place Sports store or on Race day. By signing up late, you are not guaranteed a shirt at packet pickup or on race day.
Packet Pickup
Packets will be available for pick up at the Baymeadows 1st Place Sports location on Friday, February 6th (10:00 AM – 5:00 PM). All packets will be moved to the race site for race day pick up beginning an hour before the race.
Baymeadows Store: 3931 Baymeadows Road, Jax, FL 32217
Other Information
Finishers medals to all 5km/10km finishers. All runners receive a technical shirt.
Aid & Water Stations
Every 1.5 miles for the 5km/10km.
Race Briefing
At starting line 15 minutes prior to race.
Timing
All races will be chip timed.
Fundraiser
Races are a fundraiser for the Military Museum of North Florida.
The museum is a 501(c)(3). Entrance to the museum is free to all runners and their families on January 18th.
Time Limit
- 5km/10km: 2 hours
More Information
- Chris Rodatz, Race Director
- crodatz@bellsouth.net
- 904-655-6511
Start and Finish
Military Museum of North Florida
1 Bunker Ave.
Green Cove Springs, FL
(Off of Hwy 16 coming into Green Cove Springs – Click here for map & directions)
Restrictions
Bikes and dogs are not allowed on the course under any circumstance. Biking next to a runner could lead to the runner being disqualified.