I ran this half in 2013 and though it was a smaller half marathon (a growing race) it was well run. The fluid stations were every 2-3 miles and there were some MAJOR hills. The fun part is finishing in the park and being able to enjoy a day at the zoo. The T-shirt was awesome, pre-race was organized, but there were almost no animals on the course! I expected animals! Because the race is in May the weather is still cool in the morning so a major plus. Still a new-er race so hopefully it will grow over the years. I'd do it again.