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16th Annual Tybee Turtle Trot 5k Beach Run

April 29 @ 8:00 am 3:00 pm EDT

Registration: $35/person
Register here: https://runsignup.com/…/Tybee…/TybeeTurtleTrot5kBeachRun

Location: North Beach by new Tybee Island Marine Science Center

When: April 29th 8:00 AM

Details:
The Tybee Sea Turtle Project locates and protects sea turtle nests on the island. The science center’s resident sea turtles serve as Marine Debris Ambassadors during their three year stay. While growing strong and healthy, Ike and Westie educate visitors on the impacts affecting sea turtle populations and our conservation efforts to protect them.

Deadline for a guaranteed runner shirt is April 19th. Become a sea turtle supporter and register for the Turtle Trot today!

Registration includes runner shirt and fee admission

Packet Pick Up: Friday, April 28 3:00 – 7:00 or Saturday, April 29 7:00 AM

Location of Packet Pick Up: Black gate to left (West) of science center, in North Beach parking lot.

Trot Day: 8:00 AM beach run followed by sea turtle activities at the center throughout the day.

A sea turtle release is possible but not confirmed for 2023

Learn more at www.tybeemarinescience.org and support an authentic marine environment and coastal experience.