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Come out and enjoy nature while benefiting the Turtles of Tybee Island.

On June 4th, there will be three races and LOTS of ways to participate in the Sea Kayak Races.

The Tybee River Race is 6 1/2 miles on the back river separating Tybee and Little Tybee.
The Little Tybee challenge, about 8 miles, circumnavigates part of Little Tybee, passing through narrow tidal creeks, broad tidal rivers, open coastal areas and two surf zones.

The Race Across the River is for Gold Sponsor representatives who compete for a grand prize for the Gold Sponsor’s business or group.

This year, for the first time, you can participate in the River Race as a casual paddler–not a racer. Paddle 2 miles for the cause. If you don’t have a kayak, add $20 to your registration fee and use one of ours.

Also new this year will be a drawing for a Perception Impulse 10.0 kayak plus paddle donated by Half-Moon Outfitters. There will be three ways to get tickets: 1 ticket will be given per registration; extra tickets will be given to the race winners; and one can purchase tickets in $5, $10 or $20 lots.

WE NEED HELP. We could use volunteers for the race and to help spread the word about it. Go to www.tybeekayakrace.org or contact Debbie at tybeekayakraces@gmail.com or call 912.844.7817.

On Saturday, December 4th Enmark will sponsor the Savannah River Bridge Run, a 10K, 5K, and 1/4 Mile Kid run.

The 5K, presented by Georgia Emergency Associates, will start on Hutchinson Island near the International Trade and Convention Center at 8:15 am. All participants will head west and go over the Talmadge Memorial Bridge, and finish in the Historic District near the Civic Center.  There will also be a 10K race starting in front of the Chatham County Courthouse on Montgomery St. at 9 am, taking participants through the Historic District and across the Bridge TWICE, also ending at the Civic Center.

For the hearty, there will be a Double Pump to combine the 5 and 10K races. The race will start on Hutchinson Island at 8:15 am with the 5K. At the end of the 5K, participants will head over to the 10K starting line by 9 am.

There are Team Challenge categories. Teams of five (5) can compete, with the time from all five competitors being used to award an overall team champion. Team divisions include: Men’s Team, Women’s Team, Men’s Masters, Women’s Masters, Military, Army Ranger Challenge, Military Spouses, and Family & Police/EMS/Fire Dept/DHS Teams.

Awards will be given to the top three males and females in each age category which are:

9 and under; 10-14; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-59; 70-74; and 80+.

There will also be a costume contest with awards for most creative person or persons who give their all for art and running. Costume contest prizes include $400 for 1st place; $200 for 2nd place and $100 for 3rd place.

HostSouth will present a Michelob Ultra Post Race party at the finish line which will take place until 11:30 am.

For information on registration and information call 912.355.3527 or visit www.SavannahRiverBridgeRun.com or  e-mail at  robert@fleetfeetsavannah.com .

 Among the most anticipated events in 2011 is the Critz Tybee Run – Half Marathon • 5 K, which will take place on Saturday, February 5, 2011.

The Critz Tybee Run promises to be an exciting event for everyone involved. The race events kick-off with packet pick-up and Fleet Feet Expo, which will take place at the Ocean Plaza Conference Center on Friday, February 4 from 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Race day packet pick-up for the Half Marathon will also be held at the Ocean Plaza Conference Center from 6:30 – 8:15 a.m. The Half Marathon race starts at 8:30 a.m. Race day packet pick-up for the 5K will be at the Historic Tybee Lighthouse from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. The 5K race starts at 8:00 a.m.

The Half Marathon will start on Butler Avenue at 15th street. The 5K race will start at the historic Tybee Lighthouse. In the spirit of Tybee Island participants are encouraged to dress in their wackiest costumes and beach attire while they run or walk. The finish line for both races will be on Tybrisa (16th) Street facing the beautiful Atlantic Ocean and Tybee Island Pier. Following the two runs there will be a great post-race party with plenty of food, drink, music, awards and all-around fun!

Registration for the Critz Tybee Run is currently available through February 4. The cost of registering between now and December 4 is $30 for the Half Marathon and $20 for the 5K run. The cost of registering from December 5 through January 15 is $38 for the Half Marathon and $28 for the 5K run.

From January 17 through February 4 the cost is $45 for the Half Marathon and $35 for the 5k run. If you register at the Expo on February 4, the cost is $50 for the Half Marathon and $40 for the 5k run. There will be no race day registration. To register visit Active.com, or for more information about the 2011 Critz Tybee Run – Half Marathon • 5K and to download the registration form, visit www.critztybeerun.com.

Have a workout in the best place possible – on the beach! from 7:00-8:00 am every Wednesday and Friday through October Ann Carroll will offer her wonderful yoga classes at the Gulick Street Walkover at North Beach. Enjoy the early morning breeze while meditating and calming your mind before your hectic day. There is a  $10 donation – bring a blanket or beach towel.  All levels are welcome!