Turtle Derby 5k Trail Race

Join us for a turtle derby themed 5K trail race at Hopkins Farm Brewery on Saturday April 11th, 2026 to raise funds for local wildlife conservation Race Goals Raise funds for Susquehannock Wildlife Society's local wildlife conservation efforts Raise awareness about turtle population declines and conservation efforts Build community between local wildlife conservationists, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts Have fun running around Hopkins Farm Brewery. Turtle costumes encouraged! Packet Pickup Friday April 10th , 2026, from 4:00 to 8:00 pm at the Susquehannock Wildlife Conservation Center ( 1725 Trappe Church Rd, Darlington, MD ) Saturday April 11th , 2026, from 7:30 to 8:30 am at Hopkins Farm Brewery ( 3833 Rider Ln, Havre De Grace, MD ) Race Details Runners need to arrive at the start line at 9:00 am Brief introduction to the race from 9:00 to 9:10 am The race will start at 9:10 am Turtley awesome after party 9:30-11:00 am Beer available for purchase after 10 am Award ceremony 10:30 am The course will be a meandering 5K around the trails at Hopkins Farm Brewery Race Course https://www.strava.com/routes/3470164656223794718 Giveaways Every participant will receive a wooden race medal Add a race tee shirt for $5.00 Race tees will be ordered on 3/27/2026, any sign ups after this date will have the option to purchase a shirt at the race. Awards and Prizes Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age group Age groups: 10 and under, 11-18, 19-30, 30-50, 50 and over Prizes given to the most realistic turtle costume , most original turtle costume , best overall turtle costume, best group turtle costume, and best family turtle costume After party After you are done racing, join us for the turtley awesome after party Awards and prizes will be presented at 10:30 am Live music by Sean O'Brien Grab a beer at Hopkins Farm Brewery Contact for John@suskywildlife.org questions This event made possible by a grant from the Harford County Office of Community & Economic Development. For those of you who are visiting from out of town, please consider staying in a local hotel so you can join both of our pollinator events this weekend. Hotel accommodations and other fun things in the area can be found by visiting www.helloharford.com