Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K Benefiting Els for Autism
- Date Sat 5th April 2025
- Time 12:00AM EST
- Location JUPITER, Florida
- Price Free - $38.84
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the vibrant Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K on Saturday, April 5, 2025, in beautiful Jupiter, Palm Beach! This exciting event is not only a thrilling race but also a meaningful fundraiser benefiting individuals and families affected by autism. Participants will kick off the race at the Els Center of Excellence and navigate through the scenic North Jupiter Flatwoods Natural Area, Florida’s first certified autism-friendly trail. The 5K promises a delightful experience as runners and walkers traverse a stunning 160-acre preserve filled with diverse ecosystems.
This year, families can also enjoy a sensory-friendly obstacle course designed for all ages and abilities. After the race, don’t miss the post-race expo featuring local vendors, delicious food from the Big Easy Café, and engaging activities for everyone. Whether you're racing in person or joining virtually, the Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K is an event you won't want to miss! Come celebrate community spirit and support autism awareness while enjoying a day full of fun and fitness!
This year, families can also enjoy a sensory-friendly obstacle course designed for all ages and abilities. After the race, don’t miss the post-race expo featuring local vendors, delicious food from the Big Easy Café, and engaging activities for everyone. Whether you're racing in person or joining virtually, the Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K is an event you won't want to miss! Come celebrate community spirit and support autism awareness while enjoying a day full of fun and fitness!
Organiser's Description
_THIS RACE IS BOTH A FUNDRAISER TO SUPPORT INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AFFECTED BY AUTISM AND A CELEBRATION OF THE STRIDES OUR COMMUNITY CONTINUES TO MAKE IN AUTISM AWARENESS, ACCEPTANCE, AND INCLUSION._
ROOTS & RUTS OFF-ROAD 5K RUN/WALK
PARTICIPANTS WILL START THE RACE AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN JUPITER, FLORIDA, AND WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS NATURAL AREA, THE FIRST CERTIFIED AUTISM-FRIENDLY TRAIL IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, BEFORE ENDING BACK AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE. THIS 5K FEATURES A SCENIC COURSE THROUGH THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS NATURAL AREA, A 160-ACRE PRESERVE COMPRISED OF MESIC FLATWOODS, WET FLATWOODS, DEPRESSION MARSH, AND DOME SWAMP ECOSYSTEMS.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE
THE SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE IS PERFECT FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES. IT FEATURES AN ARRAY OF OBSTACLES THAT INVOLVE JUMPING, BALANCING, WATER, CRAWLING, AND MORE, ALL LOCATED AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE.
POST-RACE EXPO
AT THE POST-RACE EXPO, ATTENDEES CAN EXPLORE VENDOR BOOTHS SHOWCASING PRODUCTS CREATED BY MICRO-BUSINESSES LED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM, RACE SPONSORS, AND AUTISM EMPLOYMENT PARTNERS. THE EXPO WILL ALSO FEATURE DELICIOUS FOOD PROVIDED BY THE BIG EASYTRADE MARK CAFE BY ERNIE ELS, ENGAGING ACTIVITIES, RACE AWARDS, AND MUCH MORE A MORNING YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS!
VIRTUAL RACE
CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE RACE? NO NEED TO STRESS; YOU CAN JOIN IN ON THE FUN VIRTUALLY!
EVENT SCHEDULE
7:00 AM: PARKING OPENS AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
7:45 AM: WELCOME ANNOUNCEMENTS & NATIONAL ANTHEM
8:00 AM: RACE BEGINS, POST-RACE EXPO OPENS, SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE OPENS
11:00 AM: RACE & OTHER ACTIVITIES CLOSE
SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP TODAY! [https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Roots-Ruts-Sponsorship-Brochure.pdf]
ELS FOR AUTISM RELIES ON GENEROUS SPONSORS TO MAKE OUR EVENTS POSSIBLE! YOUR SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL ROOTS & RUTS OFF-ROAD 5K WILL PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND THEIR FAMILIES. IN RETURN FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT, YOUR COMPANY WILL ENJOY HEIGHTENED VISIBILITY, REACHING 300+ ATTENDEES AND GAINING INCREASED BRAND EXPOSURE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY, ALL WHILE SUPPORTING THE 1 IN 36 INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY AUTISM. _CLICK HERE TO VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. [https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Roots-Ruts-Sponsorship-Brochure.pdf]_
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
_- EVERY RUNNER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A DISPOSABLE TIMING TAG AFFIXED TO THE RACE BIB. ACCUCHIPUSA WILL RECORD THE NET TIMING FOR EACH PARTICIPANT._
_- STROLLERS AND PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS._
_- ON RACE DAY, PARKING DIRECTORS WILL ASSIST YOU UPON ENTERING THE GATES AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE._
_IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE, CONTACT [email protected]._
_PROCEEDS BENEFIT ELS FOR AUTISM [https://www.elsforautism.org/]._
ROOTS & RUTS OFF-ROAD 5K RUN/WALK
PARTICIPANTS WILL START THE RACE AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE IN JUPITER, FLORIDA, AND WILL CONTINUE THROUGH THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS NATURAL AREA, THE FIRST CERTIFIED AUTISM-FRIENDLY TRAIL IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA, BEFORE ENDING BACK AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE. THIS 5K FEATURES A SCENIC COURSE THROUGH THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS NATURAL AREA, A 160-ACRE PRESERVE COMPRISED OF MESIC FLATWOODS, WET FLATWOODS, DEPRESSION MARSH, AND DOME SWAMP ECOSYSTEMS.
SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE
THE SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE IS PERFECT FOR ALL AGES AND ABILITIES. IT FEATURES AN ARRAY OF OBSTACLES THAT INVOLVE JUMPING, BALANCING, WATER, CRAWLING, AND MORE, ALL LOCATED AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE.
POST-RACE EXPO
AT THE POST-RACE EXPO, ATTENDEES CAN EXPLORE VENDOR BOOTHS SHOWCASING PRODUCTS CREATED BY MICRO-BUSINESSES LED BY INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM, RACE SPONSORS, AND AUTISM EMPLOYMENT PARTNERS. THE EXPO WILL ALSO FEATURE DELICIOUS FOOD PROVIDED BY THE BIG EASYTRADE MARK CAFE BY ERNIE ELS, ENGAGING ACTIVITIES, RACE AWARDS, AND MUCH MORE A MORNING YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS!
VIRTUAL RACE
CAN'T MAKE IT TO THE RACE? NO NEED TO STRESS; YOU CAN JOIN IN ON THE FUN VIRTUALLY!
EVENT SCHEDULE
7:00 AM: PARKING OPENS AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE
7:45 AM: WELCOME ANNOUNCEMENTS & NATIONAL ANTHEM
8:00 AM: RACE BEGINS, POST-RACE EXPO OPENS, SENSORY-FRIENDLY OBSTACLE COURSE OPENS
11:00 AM: RACE & OTHER ACTIVITIES CLOSE
SECURE YOUR SPONSORSHIP TODAY! [https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Roots-Ruts-Sponsorship-Brochure.pdf]
ELS FOR AUTISM RELIES ON GENEROUS SPONSORS TO MAKE OUR EVENTS POSSIBLE! YOUR SUPPORT OF THE ANNUAL ROOTS & RUTS OFF-ROAD 5K WILL PLAY A CRUCIAL ROLE IN EMPOWERING INDIVIDUALS WITH AUTISM AND THEIR FAMILIES. IN RETURN FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT, YOUR COMPANY WILL ENJOY HEIGHTENED VISIBILITY, REACHING 300+ ATTENDEES AND GAINING INCREASED BRAND EXPOSURE WITHIN THE COMMUNITY, ALL WHILE SUPPORTING THE 1 IN 36 INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY AUTISM. _CLICK HERE TO VIEW SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES. [https://www.elsforautism.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/2025-Roots-Ruts-Sponsorship-Brochure.pdf]_
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
_- EVERY RUNNER WILL BE PROVIDED WITH A DISPOSABLE TIMING TAG AFFIXED TO THE RACE BIB. ACCUCHIPUSA WILL RECORD THE NET TIMING FOR EACH PARTICIPANT._
_- STROLLERS AND PETS ARE NOT PERMITTED IN THE NORTH JUPITER FLATWOODS._
_- ON RACE DAY, PARKING DIRECTORS WILL ASSIST YOU UPON ENTERING THE GATES AT THE ELS CENTER OF EXCELLENCE._
_IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE, CONTACT [email protected]._
_PROCEEDS BENEFIT ELS FOR AUTISM [https://www.elsforautism.org/]._
Races
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Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K
Incl. $2.84 Fee & Race T-Shirt or Hat
Sat 5th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
$38.84
The Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K features a course through the natural woodlands of the North Jupiter Flatwoods. We recommend participants be cautious and aware at all times during the race. Please be mindful that there are multiple ground surfaces throughout the race, such as pavement, gravel, sand, and grass. Strollers and pets are not allowed in the race. Participants 14 and under are given a $10 discount, which will be applied at check-out. -
Sensory-Friendly Obstacle Course
Incl. Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K Merchandise for Purchase
Sat 5th April 2025 (8:00AM EDT)
Free
The Sensory-Friendly Obstacle Course, perfect for all ages and abilities, will begin at 8:00 AM. This course will feature an array of obstacles that involve jumping, balancing, crawling, and more located at The Els Center of Excellence. -
Virtual Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K
Incl. $1.44 Fee
$11.44
Participate in the Virtual Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K! Once registered, your virtual run/walk can be completed from anywhere around the world on Saturday, April 5. You will have the chance to submit your results for the Virtual Roots & Ruts Off-Road 5K and will receive a finishers certificate after submitting your results. We invite all virtual participants to post pictures of themselves, friends, family, and colleagues completing their walk or run on social media! Don't forget to use the tags: #ElsforAutism and #RootsandRutsOffRoad5K
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