Bike Walk Golden Isles

Okefenokee Swamp Run 1 mile or 10K
2025-03-08 08:00 (America/New_York) | Okefenokee Swamp Park, 5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Rd, Waycross, Georgia, 31503-7925
NOTE: It is past shirt ordering, so you are not able to select a shirt, however, there may be extra’s available on race day morning, or after the race starts.
BACK TO IT”S TRADITIONAL DATE OF MARCH!
Join us for another cross-country adventure at the Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross for the 48th annual Swamp Run! This race is one of the second oldest continuous races in South Georgia. A unique, mostly-dirt course on forest service roads through the beautiful area around the park and Dixon Memorial Forest. The starting and finishing line is inside the Okefenokee Swamp Park and has indoor bathrooms!
Proceeds benefits the Okefenokee Swamp Park, a 501c3 dedicated to the preservation of the swamp’s unique creatures, history and natural beauty!
Each participant gets a free pass to enter the Swamp Park on race day! This pass normally costs $18.
A high-quality performance t-shirt.
Check it out: Okefenokee Swamp Park – Okefenokee Swamp Park & Adventures
Race Times
Packet Pickup at 8 am
10k at 9 am
1 Mile at 10:30 am
Packet Pickup
Okefenokee Swamp Annex building
5700 Okefenokee Swamp Park Rd
8 am Saturday
Awards:
TOP 1 in male and female finishers: OVERALL, MASTERS (40+)
TOP 3 in 10-year age groups (last Age Group is 70+)
The race is hosted by the Okefenokee Swamp Park and co-hosted by the Okefenokee Track & Cycling Club, and the Golden Isles Track Club

5K & Family Fun Day for Maternal Health Awareness
2025-03-08 09:00 | Lake Mayer Park, 1850 E. Montgomery Crossroads, Savannah, GA, 31406, United States
Georgia is among the most dangerous states for pregnant women in the country. Thus, it important to start the conversation with women on how to advocate for themselves in the doctors office and in the delivery room. This charity race’s goal is to raise funds for economically vulnerable women and their babies to receive high-quality maternal and infant care and to start the conversation about maternal health. We will begin the morning with a 5K race followed by a FREE family health day event. You do not have to attend the race in order to attend the free family health day event! Until then, you can visit our FAQs page to get answers to the commonly asked questions! See you there!

Camden Cycling Club Daylight Savings Celebration
2025-03-09 18:00 | Pirate Points Bar & Grill, 1470 Point Peter Road, Saint Marys, GA, 31558
Come out and celebrate the beginning of Daylight Savings time with a 12 mile ride around town followed by dinner at Pirates Point Bar and Grill. This is a great opportunity to meet and get to know members of Camden Cycling Club. This ride will start and end at the Dollar General on Point Peter Road. Please park in the far back left corner of the parking lot. Join us for dinner and music videos at Pirates Point Bar and Grill next door at the end of the ride. We hope to see you there!
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49850328

"Walk With A..." Muralist
2025-03-11 09:30 | Wick 3.0, 501 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA, 31520
Bike Walk Golden Isles is hosting the second excursion for our monthly walk-and-talk program, and it’s happening next week! This month, come along for a “Walk With A…” Muralist. Prolific artist Roderrick Davis is leading us along a ~2-mile mural walk through downtown Brunswick. Many of the murals along our planned route were done as part of The Brunswick Mural Project by Glynn Visual Arts, one was part of the “Honoring The Past and Building The Future” project, and a few historic works as well.
There are more incredible murals outside the scope of our route length that are well worth seeing. More information about local murals will be available in an upcoming newsletter, stay tuned!
As always, come prepared for southeast Georgia weather. Wear your sturdy walking shoes and a hat, and don’t forget to bring water and sunscreen for this outdoor excursion. We will set off from the Wick 3.0 (501 Gloucester St.) on Tuesday, March 11th at 9:30 AM for this fun and informative activity!

Pi Day 3.14 Mile Home Run (Virtual)
2025-03-14 | GA
This is a home run (virtual) run. Select your course and complete 3.14 miles no later than 11:59 pm on 3/14/25.
Submit finish time on Run Sign Up. Access at cloverglove.com, click on “Results” beside the name of the race no later than noon EST on 3/15/24.
AWARDS: All runners who submit a time for the Pi Day 3.14 Mile Home Run AND attend the St. Patrick’s Running Celebration in person at Rock Eagle 4-H Center will be entered into a random drawing to receive one of four pies freshly baked at Rock Eagle. In addition, twelve additional names will be randomly drawn to receive one Moon Pie!
REGISTRATION: Will be open on RunSignUp through 3/14/2025.
PROCEEDS: The race proceeds benefit Georgia 4-H by supporting scholarships, programs, and projects for Georgia’s youth. The Georgia 4-H Foundation is a 501(c)3 charitable organization.
Questions: Contact Dr. Bo Ryles boryles@gmail.com or Roger Keel at rkeel@mindspring.com for more information

Silver Bluff Brewing Saint Patricks Day 5k
2025-03-15 09:00 | Silver Bluff Brewing Company, 1325 Newcastle Street, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
Join us for the fourth annual Silver Bluff Brewing St. Patricks Day 5k!
Raceday: March 15th, 2025
There will be Live Music and Food all day long!
Come dressed in your most festive St. Patricks Day attire! Prizes will be given to the 2 BEST DRESSED runners!
Age group and Overall Awards will be handed out.
5k course will take runners through historic Brunswick. It is flat and fast so be ready to set a personal best!
Race Packets can be picked up FRIDAY 3/14 FROM 5PM-7PM. at Silver Bluff.
Packet Pick up on race day will start at 9am and close at 10:15am.
Schedule of Events
10:30am- 5k Start
11:45am – 5k awards
12:15pm- 3:00pm – Irish Punk Band “Blood Sweat and Whisky” live in the beer garden
1:30pm Mile
4-7p – “Hot banana Coffee” live in the beer garden
**Food Trucks will start serving at 11am!

BRAG's "I Ride Beside Maud" Gullah/Geechee Club Community Ride
2025-03-15 10:00 | Howard Coffin Park, 1402 Sonny Miller Way, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
***Date Correction***
This event is March 15 not 29**
The Gullah/Geechee BRAG Dream Team invites all cyclists to their monthly “I Ride Beside Maud” Justice for Ahmaud Arbery Community Bike Ride.
Meet at Howard Coffin Park in Brunswick on Saturday, March 15, 10 a.m. for an all-levels group ride.
Free and always a fun event!

Brunswick Library — BWK Walking Club - Brunswick
2025-03-18 10:30, 2025-03-25 10:30, 2025-04-01 10:30, 2025-04-08 10:30, 2025-05-13 10:30 | Marshes of Glynn Libraries, 208 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
Meets every Tuesday at 10:30 AM at the Gloucester entrance of the Brunswick Library for a 1 mile leisurely walk to Hanover Square and back. In the case of inclement weather at 9:30 AM, the class will be canceled for the day.

CCGA and HCA Color Run 5K and Fun Run
2025-03-22 07:30 | Student Activities Center CCGA, One College Drive, Brunswick, GA, 31520
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the 4th annual Color Run 5k and Fun Run on Saturday, March 22, 2025, in Brunswick, Glynn! This vibrant event promises a fantastic experience for the whole family while raising funds for student activities and supplies at Heritage Christian Academy. The Color Run features a 5k race kicking off at 8:00 a.m. and a lively Fun Run at 9:30 a.m., both starting behind the Student Activities Center on the picturesque campus of the College of Coastal Georgia.
Join in the colorful festivities and show your support for HCA students! Be sure to check in at 7:30 a.m. for a seamless race day experience. Awards will be presented at 10:00 a.m., celebrating the spirit and enthusiasm of all participants. Don’t forget, packet pick-up is available on March 21st and race morning, so secure your spot and get ready to dash through a rainbow of colors! Mark your calendars for this unforgettable event!

Organiser’s Description

The Parent Teacher Organization in Partnership with Heritage Christian Academy (HCA) and The College of Coastal Georgia is back with the 4th annual Color Run! The family-friendly run is being organized to raise funds for student activities and supplies. The event will include the Color Run 5k and Fun Run! Awards will be held at 10:00 a.m. You won’t want to miss it! Come on out and help us support the students of HCA!
When: March 22, 2025 from 8:00 am-11:00 am (Check In is at 7:30 a.m., 5k is at 8:00a.m. & Fun Run is at 9:30 a.m..)
Where: Behind the Student Activities Center on the Campus of College of Coastal Georgia
Packet Pick up will take place at HCA from on Friday March 21st from 2:15pm – 5:30pm. 4265 Norwich St. EXT, Brunswick, GA and race morning at the College of Coastal Georgia.
T-shirt availability and size preferences cannot be guaranteed on registrations made after March 1st.

Camden Cycling Club Amelia Island Saturday Morning Ride
2025-03-22 08:00 | Harris Teeter, 4800 1st Coast Hwy, Fernandina Beach, FL, 32034
Camden Cycling Club will be riding the Amelia Island Trail beginning at the Harris Teeter parking lot followed by lunch on Amelia Island. More details to follow in the coming weeks.

SEGA-SORBA Marsh Madness
2025-03-29 09:00 | Skidaway Island, Skidaway Island, 30 Ocean Drive, GA, 31411, United States
SEGA SORBA is the South East Georgia chapter of the Southern Off-Road Bicycle (SORBA), part of the International Mountain Bicycling Association (IMBA). SEGA-SORBA is a volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization formed to promote great off-road bike trails in South East Georgia.

W.I.N. CommUNITY Day
2025-03-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Perry Park, 601 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA, 31520
March 30, 2025 from 10:00 am – 2:00 at Perry Park in Brunswick, GA.
W.I.N. Community Outreach Family Fun Day promises to be an exciting gathering, bringing together local residents to receive support and connect with others in a fun and welcoming environment.
This event is entirely FREE

BWGI and St. Marys Public Library Bike Rodeo
2025-03-31 10:30 | St. Marys Public Library, 100 Herb Bauer Dr, Saint Marys, GA, 31558
Join us in Camden County at the Saint Marys Public Library for a FREE community biking event over Spring Break!
WHAT: Bike Rodeo March 31st @ 10:30 AM
WHERE: Saint Marys Public Library: 100 Herb Bauer Drive, St. Marys, GA 31558
WHO: Elementary and Middle School students on Spring Break
Riders learn about bicycling safety and biking best practices, and navigate through a variety of bike courses to increase rider confidence, safety knowledge, and handling skills.

Bring your own bike and helmet
BWGI will provide helmets and bike lights for those who need it (children through adult sizing)

More details to come!

This event is made possible through the partnership of St. Marys Public Library, Camden Cycling Club, and Go Georgia.

"Walk With A..." Historian
2025-04-08 09:30 | Golden Isles Welcome Center, 529 Beachview Dr., St Simons Island, GA, 31522
This month, come along for a “Walk With A…” Historian. Allison Dupuis is the Historian at the Coastal Georgia Historical Society, which oversees the St. Simons Lighthouse Museum and the World War II Home Front Museum. As the Historian at CGHS and previously as the Museum Educator at Mosaic, Jekyll Island Museum, she has been learning, researching, writing, and speaking about the Golden Isles’ fascinating history for more than four years. Her recent presentation topics include the history of the F.J. Torras Causeway and T.L. Huston, the builder and original resident of the Huston House on Butler Island.
We will set off from the Golden Isles Welcome Center (529 Beachview Dr., SSI) on Tuesday, April 8th at 9:30 AM. Allison will lead us along a 2.2 mile out-and-back walk to King and Prince on the anniversary of the U-Boat Attack on Saint Simons Island. This walk-and-talk experience will be filled with interesting facts about local WWII history. Be prepared to learn something new!
BWGI created this program to connect different members of the Golden Isles community while assessing the safety, walk- and bikeability of the routes we take. Throughout our journey, join BWGI staff as we point out areas of concern and acknowledge the spaces that have been done well. Some of the paths we take on these excursions are rough, have missing or broken sidewalks, and more. Watch where you step!
As always, come prepared for southeast Georgia weather. Wear sunscreen, sturdy walking shoes and a hat, and bring water for this outdoor excursion.

BRAG's "I Ride Beside Maud" Community Ride
2025-04-12 10:00 | Howard Coffin Park, 1402 Sonny Miller Way, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
The Gullah/Geechee BRAG Dream Team invites all cyclists to their monthly “I Ride Beside Maud” Justice for Ahmaud Community Bike Ride.
Meet at Howard Coffin Park in Brunswick, April 12th at 10 a.m. for an all-levels group ride.
Free and always a fun event!

BRAG's "I Ride Beside Maud" Community Ride
2025-07-12 10:00 | Howard Coffin Park, 1402 Sonny Miller Way, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
The Gullah/Geechee BRAG Dream Team invites all cyclists to their monthly “I Ride Beside Maud” Justice for Ahmaud Community Bike Ride.
Meet at Howard Coffin Park in Brunswick, July 12th at 10 a.m. for an all-levels group ride.
Free and always a fun event!

GCAS Running Buddies Run/Walk
2025-04-25 08:00 | Brogens South, 200 Pier Aly, St. Simons Island, Ga, 31522
Join Grateful Cats/Canines Allies & Supporters this Friday, 4/25/25 at 8am on SSI to run/walk with local shelter dogs!
We’ll meet in the parking lot by the pier in front of Brogen’s South (200 Pier Aly, St Simons, GA 31522).
As always, you’re welcome to run, walk, play or just chill with your pup partner! If you’re able to join, please sign up (click the link “Running Buddies Sign Up” below). Liz will bring the mobile van, which holds up to eight pups…so the first eight volunteers who sign up to walk or run with a pup will be paired with one!
If you have to cancel, please remove your name from the sign up sheet by EOD Thursday so that Liz doesn’t bring a dog that won’t have a volunteer. We don’t want pups to have to stay in the van during the meeting up!

Honeybee Bicycle Ride - LaFayette, GA
2025-04-26 08:00 | GA
Kick off your cycling season with the 8th annual HONEYBEE BICYCLE RIDE on April 26th! Conveniently located between Atlanta and Chattanooga, LaFayette, Georgia offers cyclists an amazing landscape of pastoral scenery steeped in history. Come experience these beautiful backroads on routes of 33, 52 and 74 miles. We also have a 10-mile family fun ride through downtown Lafayette!

Early registration thru Dec 31st is only $55.
Regular registration thru March 31st is $65.
Late registration thru April 24th is $75.
Online registration closes on Thursday, April 24th @ 11:59PM.
Same-Day registration will be available for $85.

Packet pickup at the LaFayette Recreation Center 4pm-6pm, Friday, April 25th, and 6:30am-8am, Saturday, April 26th.

The first 250 paying participants will receive a gift bag that includes a free pass to Rock City!
All routes start at 8:00 a.m. except for the 10-mile route, which starts at 8:15 a.m.;

Risley Middle School - Risley Run and Wildcat Walk
2025-05-03 08:00 | Risley Middle School, 707 South Port Pkwy, Brunswick, GA, 31523, United States
From their website:
RACE DATE: MAY 3RD, 2025
RACE TIME: 8:00AM
Join Risley Middle School in their first annual Risley Run and Wildcat Walk! Take your pick on whether you want to RUN or WALK. All proceeds from this event will support Risley Middle School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) members on their trip to represent Georgia at the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim, California this summer. In Risley FBLA chapter’s first year, they received Silver Chapter of the Year (Top 10 in the state), 11 top ten finishers, and one of our students was elected as the State Vice President!
The 5k run will start at 8:00am and wind through neighborhoods along South Port Parkway. The Start and Finish line will be in front of Risley Middle School. All runners will receive a tshirt. Event will be chipped timed and results posted.
Runners and walkers are encouraged to hang around for the Awards Ceremony following the race. Come join in on the fun while also supporting some great students!
THE DEADLINE TO BE GUARANTEED A T-SHIRT IS APRIL 22ND.
The top 3 overall male and female winners will receive the following thanks to our amazing sponsor, Game Changers SSI!
Top Male and Female: Free Pair of Shoes from Game Changers
2nd Place Male and Female: $50 gift card to Game Changers
3rd Place Male and Female: $25 gift card to Game Changers

Bike Month Proclamation by City Commission
2025-05-07 18:00 | Old City Hall, 1229 Newcastle Street, Brunswick, GA, 31520
Bike Walk Golden Isles will attend the May 7th Commission Meeting as Brunswick City officially designates May as “Bike Month”! This designation comes at the request of BWGI. We are excited for this move forward in making our region a more bike-friendly community.

"Walk With A..." Community Advocate
2025-05-13 09:30 | Wick 3.0, 501 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA, 31520
On the second Tuesday of each month, Bike Walk Golden Isles hosts unique voices and community leaders to take us on a ~2-mile walk through Downtown Brunswick or SSI.
This month, come along as A Better Glynn co-founder Shemeka Sorrells leads us through Downtown Brunswick and explores the vision ABG has for our area.
Shemeka uses her passion for advocacy, unwavering commitment to social justice, and avid pursuit of innovation to inspire & motivate individuals, professionals, teams, and communities to create and implement equitable & sustainable solutions. Shemeka is a licensed mental health therapist (LPC) & certified Project Management Professional (PMP) specializing in leadership and curriculum development.

Annual Camden Cycling Club / NFBC Joint Club Ride
2025-05-17 09:00 - 13:00 | GA
Pre-Registration Recommended
Ride with Camden Cycling Club and the North Florida Bike Club and BWGI for the annual joint ride. This 30-mile ride will travel through the country roads of Woodbine, GA.
Free and open to the public.
Bike Walk Golden Isles will be supporting this event.

Participants are welcome to gather for lunch following the conclusion of the ride.

St. Francis Xavier Crusaders 5K
2025-05-18 08:00 - 15:00 | St Francis Xavier Catholic School, 1129 Grant Street, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
From the race registration page:
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is hosting the annual Crusaders 5K and Fun Run. We are excited to encourage movement and promote health and fitness in the community. This event is for all levels of fitness. While the run/walk itself will be fun, the 5K will be professionally timed, with awards for each age group. The Crusaders Run will begin and end near the new St. Francis Xavier Catholic School in downtown Brunswick. All proceeds from the Crusaders Run will help support funding of a new parking lot.
Date: May 18
Time: 5K start 7:30 A.M. Fun Run start: 9 A.M.
St Francis Xavier Catholic School
1129 Grant Street, Brunswick, GA 31520
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES ON MIDNIGHT MAY 16TH.
You can register on packet pick up and on race day.
Race day registration begins at 6:15am: 5k $40 Fun Run $30
PACKET PICK UP
If you pre registered you can pick up your bib starting on Friday, May 17th, from 3:30pm-6:30pm in the gym at St Francis located at 1121 UNION ST.
Anyone that would still like to register can do so on Friday or Saturday before the race. Please note that the race will not be accepting cash or checks and instead will direct you to sign up via a QR code. Shirts are not guaranteed for anyone registering at packet pick up or on race day. RACE DAY PACKET PICK UP WILL BEGIN AT 6:15AM AND CLOSE AT 7:15AM and be located at the new school on Howe St. between Grant and H St.

BWGI BIKE MONTH - BRAG's "I Ride Beside Maud" Community Ride
2025-05-24 10:00 | Howard Coffin Park, 1402 Sonny Miller Way, Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
The Gullah/Geechee BRAG Dream Team invites all cyclists to their monthly “I Ride Beside Maud” Justice for Ahmaud Community Bike Ride.
This month, BWGI will be present distributing helmets and bike lights at the starting location prior to the ride.
Meet at Howard Coffin Park in Brunswick, May 24 at 10 a.m. for an all-levels group ride.
Free and always a fun event!

Brunswick Firefighters 5K
2025-06-07 07:30 | First United Methodist Church, 1400 Norwich St., Brunswick, GA, 31520, United States
5 Alarm Alert! This is a new and exciting 5k race in downtown Brunswick for runners or walkers to benefit the Brunswick firefighters foundation!
Mission Statement
Our mission is to provide resources and support to the Brunswick Fire Department, ensuring that our firefighters have the equipment, training, and wellness services they need to protect our community with excellence and care. Show your support for the men and women who put their lives on the line to save ours!
Awards, top 3 in each class, male and female:
Rookie: 18 and under
Probie: 19-35
Fire Fighter: 36-50
Captain: 51-65
Chief: 66 and up

"Walk With A..." Youth Cycling Team
2025-06-10 09:30 | Wick 3.0, 501 Gloucester St, Brunswick, GA, 31520
Come along as the Bike Ride Across Georgia (BRAG) Gullah/Geechee Club leads us through Downtown Brunswick on June 10. These inspiring youth cyclists will have just returned from their ride across the state and will have some incredible stories to tell about their experience.
On the second Tuesday of each month, Bike Walk Golden Isles hosts unique voices and community leaders to take us on a 2-mile, family-friendly walk through Downtown Brunswick or SSI. Come along no matter your age or skill level!
This casual walk-and-talk series allows Golden Isles residents and visitors to engage with interesting leaders and impactful voices in our community. The entire walk is more of a Q & A session than it is a lecture. There is also a pedestrian safety and Build-A-Better-Block element to this series: we make observations about accessibility along the route, noting the areas in need of improvement and the areas the city has done well.
