Run 4 The Sea

Enjoy running along scenic A1A at the 6th Annual Run 4 the Sea and support Loggerhead Marinelife Center’s mission of sea turtle and ocean conservation! This timed four-mile race begins at 7 a.m. and is open to runners and run/walkers. A one-mile Kids Fun Run will immediately follow the four-mile race at 8:15 a.m. Parents can cheer their child on from the finish line or run with their child at no additional registration fee. Race participants are invited to stay and enjoy the post-race celebration with breakfast, vendors, kids’ activities, a DJ and the awards announcement. Awards are presented to the top overall male and female, master male and female and top three male and female in 13 age groups. Runner Gift Bags and Finisher medals are given to ALL participants.

Can't make it to Run 4 the Sea 2017? You can still support LMC and earn a race medal and t-shirt by participating as a virtual runner – plus, you’re given the flexibility to run anywhere at any time you desire. There are no age limits or restrictions on how you clock your virtual four mile run! You do not have to submit your time, but please feel free to share a photo on LMC’s Facebook event page. Medals and t-shirts will be mailed in July to all virtual run participants.

Registration begins at 6:15 a.m. the morning of the race, with several packet pick-up options prior to race day. The dates and times will be announced soon.

Cost: $35; then $40 after June 3 (includes a sport style participant t-shirt and custom finisher medal). Fun run registration fee is $10 (includes a child’s t-shirt and medal)

Loggerhead Marinelife Center is a unique 501(C)3 non-profit organization dedicated to ocean conservation efforts specifically through education, research, and rehabilitation. The center is adjacent to one of the most important sea turtle nesting beaches in the world, allowing us to monitor nearly 10 miles of beach to further research. LMC offers free admission and educates over 300,000 visitors annually on our continued mission; to promote conservation of Florida’s coastal ecosystems with a special focus on threatened and endangered sea turtles.

2017 Finisher Medal

2017 Top Finisher Awards

Awards will be presented to the top overall male and female, master male and female and top three male and female in 13 age groups!

Course Map

Sponsorship Opportunities Available

If you are interested in sponsoring Run 4 the Sea 2017, you can view the available opportunities below.

Contact Veronica at [email protected] or 561-627-8280 ext. 103 for more details.

Weather Cancellation Policy

Weather Cancellation Policy

The safety of our Run 4 the Sea participants is critical to us. If any of the below mentioned threatening weather conditions are present the day of the event, the event may be delayed or canceled at the discretion of Loggerhead Marinelife Center. These conditions are considered “Acts of God,” and will not result in refunding of any race entry fees or future event credits. Conditions that are deemed less threatening may cause alterations of the course or the post race festivities to ensure participant, volunteer, and community safety.  

Threatening Weather Conditions

Run 4 the Sea may be canceled or delayed if any of the following weather conditions exist: Tornado Warning, Tornado Watch, Tropical Storm, Hurricane, Thunderstorm, “Heavy” Rain, and any other major weather condition deemed threatening by Loggerhead Marinelife Center.

Start of the Race / Cancellation of the Event

The start of the event may be delayed one hour from the posted start time if any of the above mentioned conditions exist. The event may then be canceled if any of the weather conditions persist.

Authority to Cancel the Event

The Run 4 the Sea Race Director, in accordance with the city and the local law enforcement, has the authority to cancel the event. If threatening weather conditions force cancellation of the event, no refunds can be provided, since funds were already spent in preparation for race day and benefit Loggerhead Marinelife Center. In the event of cancellation, all participants will receive an e-mail with information regarding pick up of the participant packet and keepsake race materials.

Cancellation Announcements

If Event is canceled more than 24 hours prior to the start time: We will notify all participants by email. If Event is canceled less than 24 hours before start time: We will notify all participants by email, and we will also send a text to all participants who agreed to receive notification text messages during the registration process. If Event is canceled during the actual event, on-site notification will be given by the event EmCee and/or Race Director. All announcements will also be made through the Run 4 the Sea event facebook page.