EAF Public Safety 5K Run/Walk
About this race
Early Packet Pickup: TBA - 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at the Babcock Ranch Lifestyle Office, 42891 Lake Babcock Drive, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
Race Day Packet Pickup: Saturday, June 20th - 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m. at Babcock Ranch Founders Square, 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL 33982.
Join us for the Public Safety 5K Run/Walk presented by Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Employee Assistance Fund, and hosted by Babcock Ranch.
SPECIAL MESSAGE: If you plan to register for the race on race day, please bring a credit card or plan to use Apple Pay. Cash will not be accepted.
Babcock Ranch is excited to announce our EAF Public Safety 5k Run/Walk. The course is a scenic 3.1 miles around Babcock Ranch, starting and finishing at Founder's Square.
Event Overview:
Date: Race day registration from 6:30 a.m. to 7:15 a.m.; Race starts at 7:30 a.m.
Location: 42850 Crescent Loop, Punta Gorda, FL 33982
Shirt Cutoff Date: June 5, 2026 (Shirts are NOT guaranteed after this date)
Course: Paved roads and sidewalks
Water Stations: Halfway mark and at the finish line
Bathrooms: Near the Start Line
Spectator-friendly: Yes, the course is great for spectators
Distance: 5K (3.1 miles). Race Start Time: 7:30 a.m. sharp.
Awards:
Participants receive a finisher medal.
Overall Awards:
Masters, Grand Masters, Senior Grand Masters: 1st Place Male & Female.
Age Group Awards: In-person awards for top three in the following groups: 9 and Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70-74, 75+.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is the race timed? Yes, it’s chip-timed.
Are there fun runs? Yes, untimed fun run participants start with the 5K.
Can I bring my dog? Yes, for an additional $10 added to your registration fee your dog will receive a CCSO EAF bandana. Your dog must be leashed, and you must start at the back of the race.
Are strollers allowed? Yes, but strollers must start at the back of the race.
Refunds: There are no refunds for this race. Race insurance is available at registration check out.
Point of Contact Info:
Liz Ogle - Race Director
Tel: 239-940-3949 or 941.676.7191
Email: logle@ccmcnet.com
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Running
EAF Public Safety 5K Run/Walk - Timed
Walking
EAF Public Safety 5K Walk - Untimed
Typical race-day weather
Based on 7 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Punta Gorda, plus the 3 days either side.
The sun rises at 6:34 AM and sets at 8:25 PM local time (EDT) in Punta Gorda on June 20, 2026 — 13h 50m of daylight.
Course
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2026 results — EAF Public Safety 5K Run/Walk
EAF Public Safety 5K Run/Walk - Timed · 94 finishers
| Place | Name | Time | Pace |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rangel Patricio | 21:28 | 6:55 /mi |
| 2 | Evan Conlin | 21:54 | 7:04 /mi |
| 3 | David Bird | 23:27 | 7:34 /mi |
| 4 | Kasie Robb | 23:32 | 7:35 /mi |
| 5 | Elizabeth Temkin | 24:35 | 7:56 /mi |
Every finisher is on the results page, filterable by distance, gender and age group.
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Where this page comes from. Race details were last updated on . We re-check listings regularly and again in the week before race day.
- Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
- Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
- Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
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