Under the Helmet 5K Run
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Under the Helmet 5k Run and Fun Run
Under the Helmet takes place on January 1, 2027, in downtown Brunswick, Georgia. The event includes a road 5K run and a separate 1 mile fun run/walk, with start and finish located near Mansfield and Newcastle by Queen's Square and an address listed as 1301 Newcastle St, Brunswick GA 31520.
Registration details are provided for the listed events, with published fees of $27.00 for the 5K and $17.00 for the fun run/walk. The 5K awards overall and age group placements. The 5K route is described as running through historic Brunswick.
The event is organized by the Pilot Club of Brunswick in partnership with Pilot International, community volunteer organizations that focus on brain safety and support for persons with brain injuries and their caregivers. Ongoing programs mentioned include BrainMinders, a puppet show and activity book outreach for preschool and elementary children, adaptations of the program for adults in assisted living, and a safety helmet project that provides helmets in various sizes and colors for youth. The helmet distribution is stated to occur with bicycles at Christmas with assistance from the Brunswick Exchange Club. The Pilot Club also supports Memory Matters, Memory Walks, scholarships for high school seniors in medical fields, and gift initiatives for caregivers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
