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April 11, 2026\u00a0 \u2022\u00a0 8:00 a.m.
\n<\/strong>Siesta Key Beach<\/p>\n

Celebrate 40 years of running for a cause!<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Mote\u2019s Run for the Turtles is a highly anticipated, sanctioned 5K that brings together more than 1,000 runners in support of Mote\u2019s Sea Turtle Conservation & Research Program<\/a>. This signature event marks the official kickoff of sea turtle nesting season (April 15\u2013October 31) in Southwest Florida\u2014when every step helps protect nesting turtles and their hatchlings.<\/p>\n

Can\u2019t join us in person? You can still be part of the tradition! Register for our virtual race and run wherever you are while supporting sea turtles and celebrating 40 years of impact.<\/p>\n

RACE REGISTRATION<\/a><\/p>\n\n

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