May the Force be with you as we Romp in the Swamp!
SIGN UP for the race all the way up until race day!
We're excited to announce that we're now accepting race applications and sponsorships for the 3rd Annual Bright Ideas 5K sponsored by Cooperative Building Solutions. We will be back at beautiful Cypress Gardens on Saturday, May 4 with our unique mixed terrain course that winds its way through a blackwater swamp.
The race kicks off at 8 a.m. and helps raise money to directly benefit local teachers through our Bright Ideas educational grant program. Proceeds from the race fund grants of up to $1,500 to support innovative and effective classroom projects that aren't otherwise covered by the school. We will award the grants to the winning teachers during the race awards ceremony so be sure to stick around and show them some love!
Click here to see a list of winning schools and teachers! See below for a complete list of the amazing sponsors who made it possible to fund nearly 50 projects this year.
Your participation makes it possible for Berkeley Electric to help fund quality classroom education that directly benefits local students and teachers. We have awarded over $80,000 in grants within the past eight years. Thank you for your support!
Date: Saturday, May 4
Start Time: 8:00 a.m.
Location: Cypress Gardens, 3030 Cypress Gardens Road • Moncks Corner, SC 29461
The race will feature a chip start with timed racing bibs. The race course features a mix of paved, gravel, and dirt trails with roots and boardwalks. Strollers are not recommended.
Cypress Gardens is a gorgeous blackwater swamp located in Berkeley county. It has been featured in national magazines, popular television shows and motion pictures including The Notebook and The Patriot. Attractions include picturesque views along 3.5 miles of trails, swamp boat tours, an aquarium/reptile center and more!
Be sure to join us at the race village after the run to honor local teachers receiving a Bright Ideas Grant. Don't forget that your race fee includes admission to Cypress Gardens so feel free to explore after the event.
- Main gates close at 7:45 a.m. and will not re-open until 9 a.m.
- Parking is free but limted - carpool if possible.
- A free shuttle will be available from overflow parking.
- Pets are not allowed
All participants will receive a finisher medal. To guarantee a race t-shirt, be sure to sign up by March 27.
Relive all the fun of the 2023 Bright Ideas 5K with our amazing photo gallery!
None of this would have been possible without our amazing sponsors! See below and click the link to visit those who helped support education in the Lowcountry and be sure to tell them thanks!
BECOME A SPONSOR! Your sponsorship not only makes this event possible it also makes a difference in the lives of Lowcountry students and teachers!
For more information please contact:
Libby Roerig, Manager of Communications
Berkeley Electric Cooperative 843-719-8531 / libbyr@bec.coop
Bright Ideas 5K Run
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