Flying Frog 5K/10K and 1st Annual Frog Fest

Flying Frog 5K/10K and 1st Annual Frog Fest Race Information

<p><strong>Help Us Celebrate South Carolina Aviation Week &amp; Honor America’s Heroes!</strong><br />Take flight with us at Beaufort Executive Airport as we kick off South Carolina Aviation Week with the Flying Frog 5K/10K—a patriotic runway race supporting Operation Patriots FOB, an organization dedicated to veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and their families.</p> <p>Run, leap, and soar down a fast, flat USATF-certified runway course—and this year, the celebration continues long after you cross the finish line!</p> <p> <br /><strong>Introducing the 1st Annual FROGFEST!</strong><br />Right after the race, join us for live music, community fun, and an all-American good time featuring:</p> <p>Chris Jones<br />Debbie and the Boys of Summer<br />Distant Sounds<br />The Weekly Special<br />Walker Dean<br />Corey Tate<br />Exit 8<br />Time &amp; Pressure Band<br />The Hardee Station Band<br />Acoustic Bridge<br /> <br /><strong>Proudly Supporting Operation Patriots FOB</strong><br />All proceeds—directly support Operation Patriots FOB, whose mission is to strengthen peer connection, provide outdoor and recreational experiences, and advocate for veterans in the fight against veteran suicide. </p> <p><strong>OUR MISSION IS DEDICATED TO...</strong><br />Creating and fostering positive experiences for veterans, active duty military, first responders, and their families by connecting through outdoor and recreational activities. We create an alliance through peer engagement in a comfortable and relaxed environment.</p> <p>Operation Patriots FOB is proud to have earned the highest rating from Charity Navigator, 4-stars,  and a Platinum Seal of Transparency from Candid (formerly Guidestar)—the highest recognitions awarded by the nation’s most respected nonprofit evaluators.</p> <p>These distinctions reflect our commitment to financial integrity, measurable impact, and transparent operations. For current and future donors, this means you can give with confidence, knowing your support directly fuels free, life-changing programs for veterans, active-duty service members, first responders, and their families. We don’t just promise impact—we prove it.</p> <p> <br /><strong>Special Registration Bonus</strong><br />The FIRST 50 to register will receive an exclusive Flying Frog SWAG Bag!</p> <p> <br /><strong>Registration Options</strong><br />Early Bird Registration (Opens July 9, 2025) $30</p> <p>Regular Registration (January 1 – March 31, 2026) $35</p> <p>Last Chance Online Registration (April 1 – April 15, 2026) $40</p> <p>Please note: Registration is not refundable.</p> <p> <br /><strong>Packet Pickup</strong></p> <p>Thursday, April 16th, 2026, Palmetto Running Co. Bluffton 4:00PM-6:00PM</p> <p>Friday, April 17, 2026, Beaufort Executive Airport 9:00 AM-3:00 PM </p> <p>T-shirt sizes are only guaranteed for registrations completed before March 15, 2026.</p> <p> <br /><strong>Race Day Packet Pickup</strong></p> <p>Saturday, April 18, 2026<br />7:00 AM – 7:30 AM — Race Day Packet Pickup<br />7:45 AM — Packet Pickup CLOSES<br />We close promptly to ensure an on-time takeoff!</p> <p> <br /><strong>Age Categories</strong><br />Under 12<br />13–19<br />20–29<br />30–39<br />40–49<br />50–59<br />60–69<br />70&#43;<br /><strong> </strong><br /><strong>Medals &amp; Trophies</strong><br />Finisher medals for every participant who completes the race.<br />Top 3 male and female in each age division will receive special award.<br />Awards ceremony begins PROMPTLY at 9:00AM.<br />Awards are for in-person participants only.</p> <p> <br /><strong>Walkers &amp; Strollers Welcome</strong><br />Families, beginners, seasoned runners—everyone is invited to join in this patriotic day of fitness and community.</p> <p> <br /><strong>Race Shirts</strong><br />T-shirts are included with advance registration (and available on race day while supplies last).</p> <p> </p>