Bucs Bounty 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
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Bucs Bounty 5K Run/Walk : Punta Gorda, FL
The Bucs Bounty 5K Run/Walk is scheduled for January 16, 2027, on the Florida SouthWestern State College Punta Gorda campus. The event is presented as the second annual race and supports the students and programs of Florida SouthWestern Collegiate High School. All event proceeds are directed to academic enrichment, student activities, and campus improvements at the high school.
Distances offered:
- 5K Run with professional timing for competitive runners
- 5K Walk a non-competitive fun walk
The course runs across the FSW campus beside a lake and under oak trees. The route uses paved roads, sidewalks, and parking lots. Beads will be distributed along the route for participants to collect during the run or walk.
Awards include overall top adult and top student male and female finishers. Age-group medals will be presented to top finishers in a range of age brackets, and medals are also listed for multiple masters divisions (Master 40+, Grandmaster 50+, Senior Grandmaster 60+, Veteran Grandmaster 70+). Wheelchair racers are welcome; only non-motorized wheelchairs are permitted.
Participant items include a short-sleeve race t-shirt and numbered bib. Register by December 16, 2026 to guarantee a shirt. A separate K-College 5K entry is available but registration is limited to K-College students. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
