Habitat Hustle: Saving Alabama's Gopher Tortoise
- Date Sat 11th April 2026
- Time 9:00AM CDT
- Location Orange Beach, Alabama
- Price $16.90 - $38.10
- Races 5 races
- Distances 5km, 1 Mile
Event summary
Not only will you enjoy a fantastic day of running, but you'll also be contributing to the important cause of gopher tortoise conservation and research at Gulf State Park. Be sure to register by February 11, 2026, to secure your free T-shirt and be among the first to receive awards for the top three finishers in various age divisions. With educational booths, cheering crowds, and the chance to see a gopher tortoise in action, this event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone. Mark your calendars and join us for a day of community, awareness, and fun!
Organiser's Description
Fun educational booths will be set up, so bring your friends and family to cheer you on and discover more about gopher tortoises and their unique habitat!
**5K and Fun Run participants must register by 2/11/2026 to receive a free T-shirt**
**Limited number of shirts will be available for purchase day of race**
5K DIVISIONS
10 & under; 11-18; 19-29; 30-39; 40-49; 50-59; 60+
Awards will be given to the top 3 finishers.
RACE DAY SCHEDULE
7:00 am: Race Day Registration Opens/ Packet Pickup
8:45 am: Registration Ends
9:00 am: 5K
9:30 am: Fun Run
10:00 am: Educational Activities Begin
10:15 am: 5K Awards
11:30 am: Event Ends
5k Route: Orange Beach Sportsplex, Twin Bridges Trail, Catman Trail, Cross Park Trail, and Gulf Oak Ridge Trail.
Rain or shine event!
Races
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5k
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$38.10
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5K Students
Incl. $2.50 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$27.50
Students 18 years and younger. -
Fun Run
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$22.20
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Kids Fun Run
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 11th April 2026 (9:00AM CDT)
$16.90
Kids 10 years and younger. -
Virtual
Incl. $1.90 Fee & T-Shirt
$16.90
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Location
4385 William Silvers Pkwy, Orange Beach, 36561, AL, United States
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