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TMC Earth Day 5k Run/Walk at the Biosphere 2!

April 18 @ 8:00 am - 11:30 am

Looking for a fun way to explore the most popular tourist destinations in Arizona? Join Run Tucson for for a 5k run and walk entirely on the grounds of the world-famous Biosphere 2, nestled in the western foothills of the majestic Catalina Mountains.

Run the Desert . . . then visit a rain forest, view an ocean reef, and wander through savanna grass lands . . . all in one day! REGISTER HERE: https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Oracle/Biosphere2EarthRun5k

An easy 30 minute drive from Downtown Tucson, the rolling 3.1 mile course offers gorgeous desert and mountain views, with start and finish on the Biosphere 2 Lawn. The event features live music and food trucks followed by an informative tour of the renowned research facility. The tour includes visits to wetlands rainforests grasslands the fog desert and the ocean biome providing a unique opportunity to explore these natural habitats.

Start Time: 8:30 am 5k Walk/Run, followed by Free Kids Dash.

What you get: Unique sublimated souvenir short-sleeve shirt, free entry to the Biosphere 2, post-race fun with food trucks live music and more

Supports: Biosphere 2 Ocean Research

Produced by Run Tucson in partnership with the University of Arizona and Biosphere 2

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