Born to be Wild
When is Born to be Wild?
Born to be Wild takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2026 in Newnan, GA.
What distances does Born to be Wild offer?
Born to be Wild offers 3 events: Fun Run, 5K, 10K.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fun Run | 1.0 mi | $20.00 | Register |
| 5K | 5.0 km | $35.00 | Register |
| 10K | 10.0 km | $45.00 | Register |
How much does Born to be Wild cost?
Registration for Born to be Wild starts at $20.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is Born to be Wild held?
Born to be Wild is held in Newnan, GA at 275 Pine Road.
About Born to be Wild
Get ready to run wild with Flint the River Otter!
The Born to Be Wild 5K/10K/Fun Run is coming to McGuffey Nature Center at the Coweta County Fairgrounds on December 12, 2026. Lace up and join Sole Roots Racing, Coweta County, and the Southern Conservation Trust for a race that’s more than just miles—it’s making a difference. Every step you take helps us reach our fundraising goal to support conservation advocacy efforts, conserving land and protecting wildlife in our community. Join us for this family-friendly event! Dress up as your favorite SCT mascot, and each registered child can choose either a “Flint” the otter plushie or an event T-shirt.
Whether you’re chasing a new PR or enjoying the Fun Run with family, you’ll be part of a wild day that supports nature—and you might even catch our playful mascot, Flint, cheering you on at the finish line!
The 5K and 10K course are hybrid 75% road and 25% trail pathway. The trail is suitable for all abilities but strollers will need to be running strollers if used. The 10K route is two laps of the 5K course.
*Participants must register by 11/21/2026 to be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Race Day Schedule
December 12, 2026
7:30am – Parking opens
8:00am – Packet pickup begins
8:30am – 1 mile fun run
8:45am – Packet pickup ends, starting line-up & announcements
9:00am – 10K starts at 9 am and 10 minutes later the 5K race begins
11:00am – Awards Ceremony (time approximate)
Awards
Awards for overall M/F finishers
1st, 2nd & 3rd place finishers in the following age groups: 10 & under; 11-19; 20-29; 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+, Masters 40+
Thank You to Our Event Sponsors
Learn more about our amazing sponsors and all they do to help us elevate nature. If you’re interested in becoming a sponsor, click below, or email chris@sctlandtrust.org
Course Map Below
Course Map
The course is a hybrid road and trail path. The trail is easy to navigate and road shoes are suitable. The course is 75% road and 25% trail. The start and finish are located within the Coweta County Fairgrounds event gates.