Green Valley Pecan Co./ FICO

04/03/2026

What a morning at the Nut Run 2026!
Over 300 participants, amazing energy, and a community that showed up strong.
Huge thank you to our sponsors and volunteers for making it all happen—and yes… those pecan pancakes were a hit !

Top Finishers:
Hunter Claypatch / Katherine Jones
Ruben Hernandez / Kelly Lefforge
Jace Lankow / Marjanne Magana
Masters: Nigel Gruff & Elora Danan

Complete Photo gallery: https://chooseyourpictures.com/entrega/msbvakpe

Because of you, we’re giving back to local students and the Green Valley Firefighters Association!

04/03/2026

This is why we do it!
Over 300 people showed up…
to run, to walk, to sheer, and to be part of something bigger.
From the early morning start to the last finisher, the energy in the orchard was something special.
Thank you to our sponsors, volunteers, and every single participant who made the Nut Run 2026 unforgettable.
And yes… the pecan pancakes were a hit!

🎥 Take a look at what we created together.

03/26/2026

03/04/2026

Just a quick reminder that March 8 is the deadline to guarantee your event T-shirt for the 2026 Nut Run 5K Walk/Run.
This year we are especially excited about the medal and shirt design, which feature the pecan flowers that appear in the orchard each spring. When you join us for the Nut Run, you’ll be running through the orchard just as the trees begin to wake up, with female flowers and the catkins emerging on the branches — the very beginning of every pecan.
It’s a small way to connect the run to the orchard’s natural cycle and encourage participants to learn more about how this amazing nut develops.
If you haven’t registered yet, be sure to do so before March 8 to secure your shirt size.
We hope you’ll join us on March 28 to kick off the Orchard Series and support the students of Sahuarita Unified School District #30, including the Drama Club and Sahuarita High School Cross Country.

02/25/2026

Friendly reminder that registration prices for the 2026 Pecan Orchard Running Series increase February 26... TOMORROW!
If you’ve been thinking about joining us for the Nut Run 5K, now is the time to lock in the lower rate.
Run through the orchard. Support local students. Be part of something special.
Register today and save!
https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Sahuarita/12thAnnualNutRun5KRunWalk

02/13/2026

The Pecan Orchard Series isn’t just a run — it’s a journey through the life cycle of our pecan trees.

At the Nut Run in the spring, when the orchard awakens, you’ll see the first signs of life: delicate female flowers reaching upward and golden catkins swaying in the breeze. These tiny blooms are where every pecan begins.

Our 2026 commemorative medal, awarded to the first 300 finishers, features the spring female flower and male flower (catkins) — a tribute to the beginning of the pecan’s journey and the beginning of yours on the course.

Register today and be part of the Orchard Series story. https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Sahuarita/12thAnnualNutRun5KRunWalk

02/11/2026

We can’t wait to welcome you back under the trees! The 2026 Orchard Series is officially underway, and there’s still time to sign up — including the three-race bundle for the best value of the season.

If you’ve run with us before, you know it’s more than a race. It’s orchard views, fresh air, pancakes with our own Green Valley pecans, medals, community spirit, and a whole lot of heart!

Mark your calendars:
• Price Increase: February 26, 2026
• T-Shirt Guarantee Deadline: March 8, 2026
• Nut Run 5K: March 28, 2026 at 8:00 a.m.

The Nut Run kicks off our three-part series and is the perfect way to welcome spring as the orchard begins to wake up. Whether you’re chasing a PR, walking with friends, or just coming for the vibe (and pecans 😉), we’d love to see you there.

Secure your spot now — and don’t forget to grab the bundle before prices go up!

🔗 Register here: https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Sahuarita/12thAnnualNutRun5KRunWalk

02/03/2026

Hello neighbors and friends,
As harvest comes to a close, the orchard is preparing to awaken—trees will soon leaf out as spring approaches. This seasonal transition is often marked by one of our favorite traditions, the Nut Run, happening March 28.
Please mark your calendar if you’d like to be part of something invigorating, community-focused, and enjoy some of our recently harvested pecans, we’d love for you to join us!
Learn more and register at: https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Sahuarita/12thAnnualNutRun5KRunWalk

11/13/2025

The 16th Annual Pecan Classic brought the community together for an unforgettable run in the orchards. A video recap!

11/13/2025

16th Annual Pecan Classic = A Success!
The 2025 Pecan Orchard Series wrapped up with 382 runners enjoying the 5K & 10K through the gorgeous Sahuarita pecan orchards!

Top 10K Finishers:
Hunter Claypatch, 1st place male
Karlee Kenison, 1st place female
Nigel Gruff, 2nd place male
Vanessa Morales 2nd place female
Nic Santa Cruz, 3rd place male
Anita McGuire 3rd place female
Dave Dixon, Masters male
Amy Rollins, Masters female

Top 5K Finishers:
Jace Lankow, 1st place male
Phoebe Blake, 1st place female
Alexander Soto, 2nd place male
Heidi Thompson, 2nd place female
Daniel Streete, 3rd place male
Katrin Lichtsinn, 3rd place female

Thanks to our local heroes & nonprofits:
Continental School Foundation
Green Valley Sahuarita Chamber Foundation
Sahuarita 4H Club (petting zoo alert!)
Green Valley Firefighters Association (pancakes FTW!)

Shoutout to our amazing volunteers & loyal runners – you make this event truly special!

Full results & photos + registration for 2026: greenvalleypecan.com/5k-runs

10/20/2025

Tomorrow, October 21, is the last day to guarantee your Pecan Classic 5K-10K t-shirt!
Don’t miss out on this year’s collectible shirt — plus all the fun that comes with running through the orchard on November 8!
Race day: Nov. 8
Sign up today before the deadline sneaks by! https://runsignup.com/Race/AZ/Sahuarita/PecanClassic10Kand5KRunWalk