Spread the Love: Sign Up Now for the 7th Annual Run the Ridge – Hearts & Heroes Edition

Ashley Reeves • January 19, 2025

Fayetteville, Georgia

A Valentine’s-Themed Race Celebrating Love, Nature, and Our Nation’s Heroes

Looking for a way to spread the love this Valentine’s season while supporting a great cause? The Southern Conservation Trust invites you to lace up your running shoes and grab your favorite running partner for a celebration of love, community, and nature at the 7th Annual Run the Ridge: Hearts & Heroes Edition. The event will take place on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at The Ridge Nature Area in Fayetteville, Georgia, making it the perfect Valentine’s Day weekend activity for couples, families, and friends.


This year’s event is a special mash-up of two local traditions—Run the Ridge and Trails for Troops—celebrating both love and our nation's heroes. Participants can choose from the classic 5K, the challenging 10K, or the Love Run, a heartwarming 5K or 10K designed for dynamic duos. There is also an option for ruckers/hikers to sign up for the 5K option. Whether you’re running with your sweetheart, your best friend, or a family member, this race is all about creating unforgettable memories together.


Why Should You Sign Up?

Support a Cause that Matters: This is more than just a race—it's an opportunity to support environmental conservation, connect with loved ones in the great outdoors, and honor veterans, active military, and first responders. Proceeds will benefit the Southern Conservation Trust helping to conserve land, provide environmental education programs, and manage public nature areas in our local community, like The Ridge Nature Area.

Fun for All: Whether you choose the 5K, the challenging 10K, or the Love Run with a partner, you’ll enjoy a festive and scenic race experience on the beautiful trails of The Ridge Nature Area.


How to Get Involved:

Register Now: Visit www.sctlandtrust.org/run-the-ridge to secure your spot today.

Share Your Passion: Post about your registration on social media with the hashtag #RunTheRidge to inspire others to join!

Invite Others: Spread the word in your neighborhood, workplace, or local fitness groups.



Event Details:

When: Saturday, February 15, 2025

Where: The Ridge Nature Area, Fayetteville, GA

What’s Included: Race registration includes an event t-shirt (if registered by January 19), and post-race refreshments.

Early Packet Pickup will be available on Thursday, February 13, at the Fayette Environmental Education Center

Awards: Special prizes for top finishers and custom event patches for registered ruckers/hikers.


Registration Fees:

Regular (Jan. 1 - Feb. 14): 5K: $40 | 10K: $50 | Love Run: Starting at $60

Race Day Registration: Available, but spots may be limited. Prices increase by $10, so register early!


Don’t Wait—Sign Up Today!

Spots are filling fast, and you don’t want to miss this unique opportunity to race through nature while giving back to the community. Register by January 19 to confirm your race day t-shirt, so don’t delay—commit to making a difference and celebrating love, community, and conservation.

Register Now: Visit www.sctlandtrust.org/run-the-ridge to secure your spot today.

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About Southern Conservation Trust

Based in Georgia, the Southern Conservation Trust is a US 501 (c)(3) public charity, EIN 58-2036727, that elevates nature through exceptional stewardship through over 55,000 acres of conserved land and public lands throughout the southeast, including 5 public nature areas in Fayette County, Georgia, and the Fayette Environmental Education Center. We don’t just believe in protecting land; we believe people should have equal access to enjoy it. Learn more at www.sctlandtrust.org.


About Trails for Troops

Trails for Troops is a veteran-designed program for Vets and first responders to reap the benefits of being outdoors in a camaraderie group setting. Group-based recreational experiences and spending time in healthy natural environments significantly positively impact veterans, especially those with disabilities such as PTSD. The Trails for Troop programs are free to participate in, so register today! Following the programs, our first-time participants will receive an official SCT Trails for Troops patch. Learn more at www.sctlandtrust.org/trails-for-troops.


SCT Press & Media Contact

Ashley Reeves

Marketing & PR Specialist

ashley@sctlandtrust.org


Press & Media Inquiries

For all press and media inquiries, please reach out to Tori Betsill, our Director of Development. Tori is here to assist you with any questions or information you may need about Southern Conservation Trust's initiatives, events, and conservation efforts. You can contact her directly at tori@sctlandtrust.org.

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About Southern Conservation Trust

At Southern Conservation Trust, we are passionate about elevating nature through exceptional stewardship. Based in Georgia, our 501(c)(3) public charity has successfully conserved over 65,000 acres of land across the Southeast, including five public nature areas in Fayette County and the Fayette Environmental Education Center. We believe that protecting our natural spaces is just the beginning; everyone should have equal access to enjoy the beauty of the outdoors. Join us in our mission to foster a deeper connection between people and nature. Learn more at www.sctlandtrust.org.

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