Saturday May 18, 2013

Lace up those sneakers and get ready to run! It’s time again for the Jekyll Island Turtle Crawl Races! This active, fun family event at Jekyll Island’s Great Dunes beachfront park features three races for both novices runners and those new to the tennis shoe. Participants can choose from three races: an Olympic Triathlon, a Sprint Triathlon, or the traditional 5K Race. This heart-healthy race does more than get your blood pumping; it also benefits sea turtle research and rehabilitation, as all proceeds from the event benefit the Georgia Sea Turtle Center located on Jekyll Island.

At the finish line, guests can take part in Nest Fest! This afternoon of eco-based wonder features educational activities and exhibits, all culminating with the release of rehabilitated sea turtle from the Georgia Sea Turtle Center. Nest Fest will also be held at Great Dunes Park and is free of charge. First have a run, then discover some natural fun!

Great Dunes Park
Jekyll Island
To register: www.gamultisports.com


Olympic Triathlon

Start Time: 7 a.m.
1.5k Swim • 29 Mile Bike • 10K Run

Registration: Online Registration opens December 1, 2012. Online registration closes on May 11, 2013.

Prices:
(Each category will increase $10 after April 1, 2013)
USAT member: $85 until April 1, 2013
Non-USAT member: $97 until April 1, 2013
Relay teams: $130 (plus $12 for each non-USAT member) until April 1, 2013

Sprint Triathlon

Start Time: 7:30 a.m.
600 yard Swim • 14.5 Mile Bike • 5K Run
Registration: Online Registration opens December 1, 2012. Online registration closes on May 11, 2013.

Prices:
(Each category will increase $10 after April 1, 2013)
USAT member: $70 until April 1, 2013
Non-USAT member: $82 until April 1, 2013
Relay teams: $120 (plus $12 for each non-USAT member) until April 1, 2013

5K

Start time: 8:15 a.m.
Registration: Online Registration opens December 1, 2012. Online registration closes on May 11, 2013 or when race reaches 500 participants.

Prices:
$25 before April 1, 2013
$30 after April 1, 2013


Race Director: Georgia Multisports Productions LLC is an event management company specializing in triathlons. Georgia Multisports is nationally recognized as one of the industry leaders in triathlon event management and production.

Race Map:
Download map

Fees to Enter Park:
One Day Parking Pass: $6
Oversized Vehicles One Day Parking Pass: $10
Weekly Parking Pass: $28
Annual Parking Decal: $45
Oversized Vehicles Annual Parking Decal: $90

Volunteers

Are you interested in volunteering for this year’s Turtle Crawl? If so, download the volunteer form and send it back to us and we will respond quickly.

Download Form

Sponsors

2013 Turtle Crawl Sponsors
Coca-Cola Peachtree Pest Control Nalley Southern Eagle Distribution Michelob Ultra Family Health Chiropractic Beachview Event Rentals & Design Advance Rehabilitation Muscle Milk Southeast Georgia Health System

Pre-Race Pasta Party

Get ready for the races with a filling dinner of pasta and all the fixings! Join us the night before the Turtle Crawl triathlon for our signature pasta dinner, being held at the Jekyll Island Convention Center. Please note, reservations and tickets must be purchased in advance with your online registration.

Friday, May 17
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Jekyll Island Convention Center

Tickets:
$10 per person
Children ages 4 & younger are admitted free of charge

Menu:
- Baked Ziti with Tomato Basil Sauce and Ground Beef
- Farfalle in a Creamy Alfredo Sauce topped with Roasted Chicken
- Penne in Pesto Sauce with Artichokes and Mushrooms
- Caesar Salad with Creamy Caesar Dressing
- House Salad with Ranch Dressing
- Garlic Rolls
- Lemonade & Water

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