2nd Annual Rocky Point Patriot 5k/10K Trail Run/Walk & Kids' Dash

About the Event

2nd Annual Rocky Point Run
Benefiting VFW Post 6444 – Georgetown, SC

The Second Annual Rocky Point Run is proudly presented through a partnership between the Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation (AQBFF) and Winyah Rivers Alliance (WRA).

This community-building event supports the mission of VFW Post 6444 while promoting outdoor conservation and increasing awareness and responsible use of Rocky Point Community Forest containing more than 650 acres located between Choppee Road, Choppee Creek, and the Black River in Georgetown County. This community building event supports the mission of VFW Post 6444 while promoting outdoor conservation and increasing awareness and responsible use of Rocky Point Community Forest.

Proceeds from the event directly benefit VFW Post 6444 in Georgetown, SC, helping to foster camaraderie among veterans of overseas conflicts, serve veterans and military families, and advocate on behalf of all veterans.

Race Information

10K – 9:00 AM start (2-hour time limit)
5K – 9:15 AM start
Kids’ Dash – 10:15 AM start
Runners and walkers welcome
No animals or strollers allowed on the race course (violations result in disqualification)
One water stop (halfway point of the 10K course)
Post-race snacks and water provided
Additional food available for purchase

Race Swag
Custom-designed participant shirt (while supplies last)
Race bib
Finisher medal

Registration
Online registration available
Race-day registration available (morning of event)
Online registration closes Saturday, November 8 at 7:30 AM

Packet Pickup
Friday, November 6 | 4:00–6:00 PM
VFW Post 6444
Saturday, November 7 | 7:00–8:45 AM
At the race start location

Race Day Parking
Choppee Recreation Center
8259 Choppee Road
Georgetown, SC

Restrooms
Available in the gymnasium and outdoor pavilion at Choppee Recreation Center.

Awards
5K & 10K Overall Awards:

1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Male
1st, 2nd, and 3rd Place Overall Female

Learn More:
Andy Quattlebaum and Blackwell Family Foundation: www.aqbff.org
VFW Post 6444: https://vfw6444.org
Winyah Rivers Alliance: https://winyahrivers.org

We look forward to seeing you at Rocky Point for a meaningful day of community, conservation, and support for our local veterans!

Races Offered

10K Run/Walk

Nov 07, 2026

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Distance — 10K

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09:00

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$40.00

5K Run/Walk

Nov 07, 2026

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Distance — 5K

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09:15

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$30.00

1K Kids Dash

Nov 07, 2026

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Distance — 1K

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10:15

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$0.00

Weather History

These values represent the 3-year monthly averages for November in Georgetown.

thermostat Temperature

9.9° / 20.4°

wb_sunny Feels like

7.5° / 18.5°

light_mode Avg sunshine hours

8h 26m

water_drop Avg rainfall

1.4 mm

ac_unit Avg snowfall

—

air Avg wind speed

10.3 km/h (Light breeze)

opacity Sweat loss rate

Moderate

terrain Course conditions

Firm and slightly soft

sunny Max UV Index

Low (2.0)

humidity_mid Humidity

71.1%

wb_twilight Sunrise

07:49

nightlight Sunset

18:15

About Georgetown

Learn more about the host city, Georgetown.

Georgetown, known for being a historic seaport, is nestled between Myrtle Beach and Charleston in South Carolina. It was established in 1732, making it the state’s third oldest city, behind Charleston and Beaufort. The waterfront city is inhabited by many museums, shops, restaurants, and historic attractions. It is best seen by walking and boat tours.