This was my first year participating in this event that benefits animal care and enrichment at the Sacramento Zoo and based upon how this year went, I hope to participate in this event in the future. The race was well organized, the course was well-marked, and there was plenty of water at the finish line. If I had any negative about this race, it would be in regards to the post-race food. Perhaps, however, there was minimal food to choose from since I waited for both of my friends to cross the finish line before heading over to see what was available. (One of my friends finished the 10k in 1:22:14 and I finished in 51:36.)

The course was an enjoyable, flat, shaded loop in which we ran twice. The race was accurately marked, included well-stocked aid stations, and had plenty of porta-potties at the start/finish line. Although there were no finisher medals, there were adorable stuffed zebras as the age group awards. ( I finished 5th in my age group missing an age group award by 26 seconds!... I guess I have to come back next year and run faster! ;) )

I highly recommend this race!