Turtle Crawl
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Turtle Crawl - Jekyll Island
Turtle Crawl is a fundraising race held on Jekyll Island to benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center through the Jekyll Island Foundation. The event takes place on May 1, 2027 and supports the Center’s work in sea turtle rehabilitation, research, and education.
The race program offers multiple course options:
- 10K
- 5K
- 1K Fun Run
A virtual participation option called Ghost Crawler is available for those not racing in person. Registration for the 2027 Turtle Crawl is open and includes a 2027 event t-shirt; runners who place in their age group receive a medal. Online registration closes on Wednesday, April 28, and to guarantee a race shirt registrants are asked to complete registration by Friday, April 16. Registration fees increase on specified dates in January, February, and March.
Race packets will be available for pickup before the event; details are pending. Volunteers and sponsors support the event, and proceeds from past years have contributed to the Center’s work. Since its creation in 2003 as a fundraiser, Turtle Crawl participants and supporters have helped fund sea turtle care and conservation efforts, and the Georgia Sea Turtle Center reports having provided care for more than 3,000 patients. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
