Named in honor of Tofu the whale, this Earth Day 5K race will take you on a journey along the wooded coastal trails, rocky shores, and sandy beaches of Odiorne Point State Park. Kids 12 and under are invited to join in a Fun Run, featuring a 100-yard dash and/or ½ mile run, with prizes for all. The fun kicks off at 7:30 AM on April 23.

Jog on over to the Green Alliance table, where kids of all ages will enjoy free arts and crafts activities incorporating recycled materials. Learn about our growing family of 94 local green businesses and get your very own Green Card for just $35. After the race, head over to one of our Portsmouth area member restaurants for a hearty, sustainable meal at a discounted price.

Created by local runners and 2006 US Adventure Racing national champion Jennifer Shultis, this annual event attracted a total of 500 participants in 2010. Registration for the 5K Trail Race is $15 before April 20; $20 thereafter. Kids pay just $6 for the Fun Run. All proceeds benefit the Seacoast Science Center’s environmental education programs.

The Seacoast Science Center is one of the Granite State’s premier destinations for family friendly marine education. Each year, more than 70,000 visitors come to spend a day splashing around Center’s tide pools and touch tanks, enjoying close encounters with hermit crabs, starfish, and countless other living wonders of the sea.

Visit SeacoastScienceCenter.org for more information and to register for the 5K!