Bears Who Care OktoBEARfest Fun Run

BEARS WHO CARE 2020 OKTOBEARFEST VIRTUAL FUN RUN (PRESENTED BY GARY LAMBERT SALON)

*EXTENDED UNTIL NOVEMBER 30, 2020*

Join us for the first-ever virtual Bears Who Care OktoBEARfest Fun Run (presented by Gary Lambert Salon) and see how much fun your socks and sneakers can “bear” for charity!  Celebrate your German spirit as you run, walk or jog anywhere and anytime from October 18 - November 30, 2020.  Choose from a 5K for adults or a 1K for children – it’s perfect for the whole family!  You can also have everything shipped safely to you.  When you participate you're giving back to children and families in need, which is more important than ever!

*What is a Virtual Fun Run?*

The OktoBEARfest Fun Run is safe and convenient, because you decide where and when you want to complete it.  Choose your own starting line, whether it's your  neighborhood street, a treadmill or the official OktoBEARfest route. Then, run or walk the race distance (5K or 1K) – even over multiple days.  You can also upload your finishing time to show you officially completed the race.  Challenge yourself to complete a goal or get a group together (register for 5 at a special rate) and participate remotely.  You decide how you want to join the fun!

Share your fun run experience and finisher medal on social media and tag @BEARSWHOCARE and #VIRTUALOKTOBEARFEST in the video or photo!  We will be posting updates and hosting some exciting activities on October 18, which was to be the in-person event day, so be sure to follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

When: Run or walk from October 18 - November 30, 2020

Start/Finish: In the Hamlin community or anywhere and anytime!  You can also run or walk the official OktoBEARfest route, which will be posted soon.

Event Updates:  Please follow Bears Who Care on Facebook for the latest news and updates!  https://www.facebook.com/BearsWhoCare

Registration (between now -10/31):

• Adult 5K Registration - $35
• Kid's 1K Registration - $20
• Adult 5K with Official GUND Bears Who Care teddy bear Registration- $55
• Kid's 1K with Official GUND Bears Who Care teddy bear Registration- $40
• 5K Team Registration (includes up to 5 people) - $145

Registration includes:

• 5K participants will receive an official OktoBEARfest finisher medal, t-shirt, goody bag, race bib and finisher’s certificate!
• 1K participants will get an official OktoBEARfest finisher medal, goody bag, race bib and finisher’s certificate!

Packet Pick Up and Shipping Information:

• For those who wish to have their race packet shipped, there is a $3.00 shipping fee (per packet), which you need to select during registration. Please allow 3-5 business days for your shipment arrival.

Race Bib & Finisher Certificate:

Your race bib will be sent with your packet, and your finisher certificate will be available for download and sent to you via email.

Race Results:

You will be able to post and share your results online.  

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR VIRTUAL RESULTS 
HOW TO VIEW RACE RESULTS
To see your results after uploading them and to view the results of others, you can visit the race website and click on the "results" header OR simply click on the "How to View Race Results" header above.

Beneficiary & Fundraising:

• All of the proceeds from the virtual OktoBEARfest Fun Run will benefit children in need through Bears Who Care, which provides new teddy bears and books to children who are disadvantaged or ill.
• You can make a direct donation to Bears Who Care when you register or you can donate here.

*A small processing fee will be applied for all race registrations, which you can decide how to pay.  

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MANY THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS:

Gary Lambert Salon

Hamlin

Horizon West Happenings

Bryan Fifer, State Farm Insurance Agent

Orlando Health

Walmart

Abbott's Frozen Custard

Citrus Church

Hope Church

Publix

Axiom Bank

The Aridas Team (at RE/MAX Prime Properties)

Authentic Florida

*If you are interested in 2021 sponsorship opportunities, click here.*

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TIMING AND RESULTS
You will be able to post and share your results online.  

HOW TO SUBMIT YOUR VIRTUAL RESULTS 
HOW TO VIEW RACE RESULTS
To see your results after uploading them and to view the results of others, you can visit the race website and click on the "results" header OR simply click on the "How to View Race Results" header above.

REFUND POLICY
There are no refunds or transfers for this event.