Go wild at the Bronx Zoo’s Run for the Wild

Lace up your trainers and get ready to run or walk in the annual Run for the Wild at the Bronx Zoo on April 28.

Join in on behalf of your favorite animal or species that inspires you.

This year, runners are lacing up for the big cats, including the five species that Wildlife Conservation Society has identified as priority species for conservation — cheetahs, jaguars, lions, tigers, and snow leopards.

There are new prizes and race-day activities, including a beer garden for the adults, rock climbing wall, music and dancing, face painting, and more.

Run for the Wild participants are encouraged to fund-raise and seek individual sponsors for their effort.

Runners can choose to participate in the 5K run or the Family Fun Run (strollers allowed).

The price of registration includes parking and general admission to the Bronx Zoo on the day of the event. Total Experience Ticket upgrade is available on site. Registration for the run is $50 for adults, $40 for children (ages 3–15), and $40 for seniors (65-plus). All WCS members receive a discount on registration. All adult and senior participants are required to raise a minimum of $35 in order to participate.

Registration for the race is required.

Run for the Wild on April 28, registration begins at 7 am, festivities, 1 pm.

Bronx Zoo [2300 Southern Blvd. at Boston Road in University Heights, (718) 220–5103; www.bronxzoo.com].

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