The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere will be hosting its Annual 5K run January 21, 2012. The “Zoo Run Run” course winds through 200 acres of exhibits, open grass fields, and the historic Grassmere Plantation grounds. Pre-registration is available now until January 20^th, at $37.00 for Zoo members and $40.00 per non-member.

Closing to the public at 1p.m. on January 21^st, check-in and late registration begins at 1:30 and the race begins at 3:00. “Race” might not be applicable to all participants, so feel free to bundle the kids up into strollers or wagons and walk, waddle, or trot along the concrete paths, letting those mysterious elephant footprints guide the way. This is the perfect opportunity to witness those exotic animals in the winter months, learn about hibernation patterns, and figure out how the Nashville Zoo keeps everyone happy and warm year round!

Costumes portraying your favorite animals are encouraged and awarded so be sure to dress warmly, gather up the family and come to Grassmere on January 21^st to support your local zoo. All proceeds from this event will go directly to The Nashville Zoo at Grassmere, which has big things in the works! An interactive Dinosaur exhibit opens March 16th, so watch your step for dinosaurs exploring their new homes. Dinner is provided to participants of “Zoo Run Run” and the costume awards ceremony will be held at 4:00 p.m.

Posted by:  Jennifer McClarney

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