About The Key Largo to Key West Challenge
The Key Largo to Key West challenge is a virtual road trip getaway to the Florida Keys. It was created to get people out of isolation by means of a virtual vacation. Key Largo to Key West distance is 100 miles. The Florida Key race begins on Historic US 1 at the Overseas Highway Mile Marker 100 in Key Largo and takes place from April 12 to June 16. The trip includes stops along the way for excursions such as:
– swimming in clear blue waters
– scuba diving amongst wildlife along one of the world’s largest reefs
– paddle boarding
– running and cycling under the warm sun
– enjoying an adventurous kayak trip
This trip also supports a foundation called Reef Relief that protects the coral reef ecosystem.
The Challenge was voted Top 5 Virtual Race by BibRave Participants.
History of The Key Largo to Key West Challenge
KLtoKW was created in 2020, in response to the Covid-19 virus. When spring break trips were cancelled, the creators decided to design a virtual challenge to take place of cancelled vacations. The creators hope to host a party for their participants in the Florida Keys sometime in the future.
How it Works
Log your miles on your phone, fitness app, or on paper to complete your trip. You can use any method of fitness you’d like, for example, run, walk, bike, swim, or paddle to complete your miles.
The Courses
There are two courses available for this challenge, depending on how long you’d like to virtually travel for.
Key Largo to Key West (100 miles)
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This course starts at Mile Marker 100 in Key Largo and takes you on a journey to Mile Marker 0 in Key West on June 6th. The Key Largo to Key West virtual course has an average of 12.5 miles per week.
Marathon Key to Key West (50 miles)
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For a lower impact option, this trip starts from Mile Marker 50 in Marathon Key and takes you to Mile Marker 0 in Key West on June 6. The Marathon to Key West virtual course averages about 6.23 miles per week.
Register for the Key Largo to Key West Challenge
Registration for the second annual challenge officially opened on Tuesday, March 16th. Currently, the challenge for 2021 has participants from almost all 50 states. You can register online here.
Reef Relief
Proceeds from KLtoKW support the Reef Relief foundation. Reef Relief is an organization dedicated to improving and protecting the coral reef ecosystem. Their goals are to focus on science that helps educate the public and advocacy towards policy makers so they can achieve conservation of the coral reef.
The foundation provide ocean education to over 6,000 students throughout the Florida Keys. They also coordinate volunteer experiences through government partnerships. Since 2010 volunteers have removed more than 150,000 lbs of trash and debris from the shores and waters of the Florida Keys.
KLtoKW Packages
There are three options you can choose from when signing up for the challenge. The Basic Travel Package, the Premium Package and the Ultimate Travel Package. Each package includes quality merchandise.
Basic Travel Package
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KLtoKW Phone Wallet
Personalized Virtual Bib
Bragging Rights Finishers Certificate
Weekly Happy Hours with Special Guests
Weekly Motivational Emails
Access to Facebook Private Group
Premium Package
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Choice of Souvenir T-Shirt or Women’s Cut Tank
Bottle Opener Medal
KLtoKW Phone Wallet
Personalized Virtual Bib
Bragging Rights Finishers Certificate
Weekly Motivational Emails
Weekly Happy Hours with Special Guests
Access to Facebook Private Group
Ultimate Travel Package
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Bottle Opener Medal
Key West to Key Largo Souvenir T-Shirt
Key West to Key Largo Beach Towel
Surprise Key West Bar Koozie
Beach Bum Nation Koozie & Luggage Tag
KLtoKW Phone Wallet
Personalized Virtual Bib
Bragging Rights Finishers Certificate
Weekly Motivational Emails
Weekly Happy Hours with Special Guests
Access to Facebook Private Group
Help Protect the Florida Keys
For anyone looking for motivation to exercise, The Key Largo to Key West Challenge is ideal. Help protect the Florida Keys by signing up for the Key Largo to Key West challenge today. Your contribution can make all the difference!vailability.
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