Welcome to the 11th ANNUAL Chariots of Fur 5K run/walk and 1-mile Fun Run - with or without your dog - on the beautiful beach of Jacksonville Beach to benefit Greyhounds as Pets.
Runners & walkers will set their own pace - racing to win or walking for fun! 9 AM start for the 5K and for the 1-mile Fun Run/Walk; Awards ceremony at 10:05 am
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Chariots of Fur was featured in Runners World BUCKET LIST 11 Races You Should Run with Your Dog
FOR 2020
- Both the 5K and Fun Run top 250 finishers will be awarded a custom medal.
- Dogs with runners will receive a Bandana
- All runners registered by Jan 12, 2019 will receive a cotton long sleeve shirt
The 2019 NE FL Scottish Games Chariots of Fur Beach Run & Festival will include a 5K, 1-mile fun run/walk and festival with sponsor booths, music, Lolly's Trolly food truck, dog demos, raffle prizes!
RACE DATE / TIME
Saturday, February 1, 2019. The 5K and the Fun Run will both start at 9am
LOCATION
Sea Walk Pavilion; 75 1st St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
ENTRY FEE
5K - Adults and Fun Run (15 and over):
$30 until Friday Nov 30,2018 at midnight.
$35 from Dec 1 to Dec 31, 2018 at midnight
$40 Jan 1, 2019 to Friday Feb 1 at 9 am when Online Registration closes
$45 on race day
5K - Child (14 and under):
$20 until Friday, Nov 30, 2018 at midnight
$25 from Dec 1, 2018 to Dec 31, 2018 midnight
$30 from Jan 1, 2019 until Feb 1, 2019 at 9 am
$35 on Race Day.
*No extra fee for running with your dog
Make checks payable to Milestone Race Authority and mail to 3800 Sandy Shores Dr. Jacksonville FL 32277. Sorry, no refunds.
REGISTRATION
Register online at www.ITSYourRace.com. An additional processing fee will be charged for online registration. Online registration closes on Friday, Feb. 1, 2019 at 9am. Click here to REGISTER NOW.
To mail in a check and paper race application, print and complete the race application Chariots of Fur Race Application.
Milestone Race Authority
3800 Sandy Shores Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32277
If you do not pre-register before Friday, Feb. 1 at 9 am, you can still register the day of the race beginning at 12 noon before the Fun Run and 5K.
COURSE
An exciting out and back ENTIRELY on the sands of Jacksonville Beach. Run south on the beach from the Sea Walk Pavilion 1.5 miles to 25th Ave. S. U-Turn and return to finish on the walkway at the Sea Walk Pavilion..
Course Map
AMENITIES
Long Sleeve Shirts, medals to the first 250 finishers.
RAFFLES & the Northeast Florida Scottish Games has donated 4 tickets to the festival on Sat Feb 23, 2019!
TIMING
The 5K Race and the Fun Run will be timed and scored by Jaguar Timing Systems electronic bib tag. Your entry fee covers the cost of the disposable chip which does not need to be returned. Bib MUST be worn on the front chest to be scored electronically. Please do not fold the microprocessor.
PACKET PICK UP
FRIDAY...times and place to be determined shortly.
AWARDS -
The Coveted Chariots of Fur Dog bowl will presented to Overall M/ F winners, Masters and top 3 in 5 year age groups from 14 and under to 70 and Over.
AGE GROUPS
Top three Male and Female in 14 & under,
15 – 19, 20 – 24, 25 – 29, 30 – 34, 35 – 39,
40 – 44, 45 – 49, 50 – 54, 55 – 59, 60 – 64,
65 – 69, 70 over. Awards presentation will follow conclusion of the Main event.
RESULTS AND FREE PICTURES
Results will be posted near the finish line within minutes of the conclusion of the race and on the internet at www.milestoneraceauthority.com. Include your cell phone carrier and receive INSTANT SMS text message of your race time. 5K Finishers can download FREE finish line pictures on ITS YOUR RACE.com
POST RACE CELEBRATION
Join us for a Festival after the 5K and Fun Run for runner’s refreshments, sponsor exhibits, music, food trucks, dog demos, awards presentation, and raffle prizes!
DIRECTIONS
Take Beach Blvd. east all the way to the end at 1st St. N., turn left and park anywhere near the Sea Walk Pavilion at 1st Ave. N.
Parking is available anywhere near the Sea Walk Pavilion.
HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS
For race participants who wish to book hotel accommodations for the race, dog-friendly hotels are available in the area.
Holiday Inn Express: 1101 Beach Blvd, Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Four Points by Sheraton: 11 1st St. N., Jacksonville Beach, FL 32250
Beachfront rooms located next to the Sea Walk Pavilion
TESTIMONIALS FROM PREVIOUS CHARIOTS OF FUR PARTICIPANTS:
Keith Brantly - 1996 Olympian, Marathon
“After competing on a national level for over 20 years, not many races get me too motivated anymore, but I always look forward to the Chariots of Fur. My wife, Kim, and I have two Jack Russells (Chase and Scout), so having the chance for all of us to run in an organized, fun-filled, dog-friendly event is a lot of fun for us. Our dogs love it even more! More importantly, St. Francis Animal Hospital does a lot of good work within the community to help those who couldn't otherwise afford top-notch veterinary care.”
Kim Pawelek Brantly (THE race authority in Jacksonville)
“The Chariots of Fur still remains one of my favorite races of all time! And I've run hundreds of races throughout the years! It's a chance to bring Chase and Scout (my Jack Russells) to an event where they can run, play and sniff out the competition. Besides, the race packets, food/drinks and post-race awards for the Chariots of Fur are much better than most of the human-only races. We absolutely love the hand-made dog bowls! Such a fabulous event for the entire family! Cannot wait for next year's race!”
Francisco Fuentes & Lupe, 1st Place Overall, 2014 Chariots of Fur 5K
“Me and my dog ‘Lupe’, a smooth coat Border Collie, used to spend hours running or hiking in the woods and hills, or herding cows and sheep in the countryside of Chile. Since arriving in the U.S. in 2013 we were happy to find the Chariots of Fur. As an active runner, what would be better than a run with my best partner! Even with the cold rain, the environment was very warm: friendly people sharing the same love for our pets. The happiness of masters and puppies was amazing, running or walking, everybody was having fun. Despite the rain, there was only one thing in common: happy faces and much wet fur! We appreciated the good vibes and the fantastic experience, we expect to come back again in 2015.”
Julie Stackhouse & Sasha, 1st Place Woman Finisher, 2014 Chariots of Fur 5K:
“Sasha is 7 years young and she is a golden retriever mix rescue dog. She loves to run and is especially competitive! I'm not really sure where she gets that from but she is a great companion for me and my running buddy! We both thoroughly enjoyed the race and such a unique event for a great cause. We will definitely be back next year! Despite the rainy weather it was really an amazing and fun day and very well organized! Thank you again for hosting us! Furry friends at the beach and a fun 5k run with spectacular prizes! What could be better?”
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS and supporters!
