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