Find Your Wild 5K Challenge

Are you ready to make a difference? Join us for the Find Your Wild 5K Challenge during National Wildlife Refuge Week!

Celebrate National Wildlife Refuge Week 11-18 October with us and make a difference for wildlife! Join The Friends of Balcones in #FindYourWild and show your support for the Refuge!

Find Your Wild is an annual event held during National Wildlife Refuge Week to raise funds for the Friends of Balcones Canyonlands NWR. By supporting this event, you’re helping us expand public access to the refuge while creating a healthier, greener community. Proceeds will directly support flood recovery efforts, trail repair and maintenance, and improvements that enhance the public’s experience on the refuge.

We invite you to support us with an optional donation when you register for the hike.

HIke or Run 5K at Doeskin Ranch or Warbler Vista during National Wildlife Refuge Week! The week kicks off with Urban Refuge Day on Saturday, October 11th. National Wildlife Refuge Week runs October 12-19, 2025.

We have created a 5K route at Warbler and another at Doeskin Ranch.  You will recieve downloadable maps and even a GPX file to use with your favorite smart watch once you register!

It’s a great opportunity to support wildlife conservation, reconnect with the great outdoors, and give your mental health a boost. Lace-up your sneakers, breathe in the fresh air, and let’s make an impact together!