AAZK Race Against Extinction
When is AAZK Race Against Extinction?
AAZK Race Against Extinction takes place on Friday, April 24, 2026 in Honey Creek, IA.
What distances does AAZK Race Against Extinction offer?
AAZK Race Against Extinction offers 2 events: AAZK Race Against Extinction - Nature Hike ~2 miles, AAZK Race Against Extinction - Trail Run ~5k.
| Event | Distance | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AAZK Race Against Extinction - Nature Hike ~2 miles | 2.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
| AAZK Race Against Extinction - Trail Run ~5k | 4.0 mi | $30.00 | Register |
How much does AAZK Race Against Extinction cost?
Registration for AAZK Race Against Extinction starts at $30.00. Prices vary by event distance.
Where is AAZK Race Against Extinction held?
AAZK Race Against Extinction is held in Honey Creek, IA at 27792 Ski Hill Loop.
About AAZK Race Against Extinction
Please join us for the 16th Annual Race Against Extinction…Footprints for the Future!
Presented by AAZK and Peak Performance to help Conservation efforts worldwide. This year all proceeds will go to the Peregrine Fund!
This event will bring us together for Earth Day to do our part for conservation while enjoying the fresh air and trails at Hitchcock Nature Center!
DATE: April 24, 2026
TIME: Starting at 6:00 PM
REGISTRATION PRICES: Feb 9th through April 11th - $30 (includes t-shirt), April 12 through April 23 - $35, $40 on April 24 (Race day)
Stick around for the post-race award ceremony, door prizes, music, food and beverages! Unique Earth-friendly race medals for top 3 male & female finishers overall and in 10 year age increments. This is a dog friendly event.
If you are unable to attend but still would like to support, you can buy a shirt for $20 by clicking the Race Contact Info link below (by April 11th), or donate to The Peregrine Fund by clicking the Donate tab at the top of the page.
What to Expect
As a trail run, the course is certainly unique each year! You can expect to run on various terrain including clay dirt, grass, and limited pavement. The location of the race is in the scenic Loess Hills - this means the course typically includes the element of elevation changes.
Our Partners
A special thank you to our event sponsors and hosts!
Hitchcock Nature Center maintains a beautiful setting and a challenging course for each year. Please consider visiting prior to race day!
Peak Performance has two locations for your running needs! Their timing and race setup services are always so well done.
D&T Shirtified located in Fremont provides quality designs and printing each year. Thank you, D&T!
Your Participation Helps!
100% of this year's race proceeds will go to The Peregrine Fund !
The Peregrine Fund is a global conservation organization dedicated to protecting birds of prey and the ecosystems they depend on. Building on decades of scientific expertise and proven success, the organization addresses emerging and urgent threats to raptors worldwide while working alongside local communities. Through research, conservation action, and education, The Peregrine Fund aims to ensure thriving raptor populations, healthy ecosystems, and a world in which birds of prey are valued by people everywhere.