24th Annual Turkey Trot - Portage Township YMCA
- Date Thu 28th November 2024
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Portage, Indiana
- Price Free - $38.10
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the 24th Annual Turkey Trot at the Portage Township YMCA on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, 2024! This exciting community event in Portage, Indiana, offers a fun-filled day for all ages, featuring a free 1K Kids Non-competitive Fun Run and a professionally-timed 5K race. The Turkey Trot not only promotes health and fitness but also supports a great cause, with all proceeds benefiting the YMCA's annual campaign to provide essential services to those in need.
This year, participants can look forward to a new race route that has been designed to enhance the experience for everyone. The 5K race includes a long sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal, making it a memorable way to kick off your holiday festivities. With awards for top finishers in various categories, friendly competition is guaranteed! Whether you're a serious runner or looking to enjoy a fun family outing, the Turkey Trot is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Don’t miss out on the fun—register early to secure your spot and be part of this wonderful community tradition!
This year, participants can look forward to a new race route that has been designed to enhance the experience for everyone. The 5K race includes a long sleeve event shirt and a custom finisher medal, making it a memorable way to kick off your holiday festivities. With awards for top finishers in various categories, friendly competition is guaranteed! Whether you're a serious runner or looking to enjoy a fun family outing, the Turkey Trot is the perfect way to celebrate the season. Don’t miss out on the fun—register early to secure your spot and be part of this wonderful community tradition!
Organiser's Description
TURKEY TROT INCLUDES BOTH A FREE 1K KIDS NON-COMPETITIVE FUN RUN AND A COMPETITIVE 5K, PROFESSIONALLY-TIMED RACE OFFERED ON THANKSGIVING MORNING. ALL PROCEEDS FROM THE ENTRY FEES GO TOWARDS OUR ANNUAL CAMPAIGN. THE PORTAGE TOWNSHIP YMCA'S MISSION IS TO PUT CHRISTIAN PRINCIPLES INTO PRACTICE THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT BUILD A HEALTHY SPIRIT, MIND, AND BODY FOR ALL. OUR CAMPAIGN HELPS PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN OUR COMMUNITY. THE MONEY RAISED HELPS ENSURE OUR FRIENDS AND NEIGHBORS HAVE ACCESS TO PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT PROVIDE FOOD, SHELTER, CHRONIC DISEASE MANAGEMENT, EDUCATION, AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY.
REGISTRAION FEES:
EARLY REGISTRAION BEFORE OCT. 1 - $25
EARLY REGISTRATION FROM OCT. 1 - NOV. 26 - $35
ON SITE / RACE DAY REGISTRAION - $45 (CASH AND CHECK ONLY)
5K RACE INCLUDES A *LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT AND *CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
NEW ROUTE FOR 2024!!!!!
Due the fantastic support from our community and continued growth of our event, we've decided to adjust our route to better accomodate our participants. Please see the new race route posted below.
Awards will be presented for each race as follows: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 4-7,8-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & up
TRAINING GROUP AVAILABLE AT CHECK OUT. GROUP WILL MEET FOR 8 WEEKS ON SATURDAYS, 8:00-9:00 AM AT THE YMCA. FIRST TRAINING DAY OCTOBER 5,2024.
*_FREE CHILD WATCH IS AVAILABLE DURING THE RACE. TURKEY TROT SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN 5K RACE FEE ONLY. SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRANTS THRU 11/1/2024. ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL 11/1/2024._
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 27TH FROM 2PM-7PM OR ON RACE DAY BEGINNING AT 7AM -
Race Day Timeline:
Day of Packet Pickup: 7am
Day of Registration: 7am
1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am Start Time 8am
5K Runners- Line up 8:20am Start Time 8:30am
5K Walkers and Strollers- Start immediately following the runners
Awards- Approx. 9:15am
REGISTRAION FEES:
EARLY REGISTRAION BEFORE OCT. 1 - $25
EARLY REGISTRATION FROM OCT. 1 - NOV. 26 - $35
ON SITE / RACE DAY REGISTRAION - $45 (CASH AND CHECK ONLY)
5K RACE INCLUDES A *LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT AND *CUSTOM FINISHER MEDAL
NEW ROUTE FOR 2024!!!!!
Due the fantastic support from our community and continued growth of our event, we've decided to adjust our route to better accomodate our participants. Please see the new race route posted below.
Awards will be presented for each race as follows: Top Overall Male & Female, Top Masters Male & Female, Top 3 Male and Female in the following age groups: 4-7,8-10, 11-14,15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69 and 70 & up
TRAINING GROUP AVAILABLE AT CHECK OUT. GROUP WILL MEET FOR 8 WEEKS ON SATURDAYS, 8:00-9:00 AM AT THE YMCA. FIRST TRAINING DAY OCTOBER 5,2024.
*_FREE CHILD WATCH IS AVAILABLE DURING THE RACE. TURKEY TROT SHIRT IS INCLUDED IN 5K RACE FEE ONLY. SHIRTS ARE GUARANTEED FOR REGISTRANTS THRU 11/1/2024. ADDITIONAL SHIRTS WILL BE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE UNTIL 11/1/2024._
- PACKET PICKUP IS ON NOVEMBER 27TH FROM 2PM-7PM OR ON RACE DAY BEGINNING AT 7AM -
Race Day Timeline:
Day of Packet Pickup: 7am
Day of Registration: 7am
1K Kids Run- Line up 7:50am Start Time 8am
5K Runners- Line up 8:20am Start Time 8:30am
5K Walkers and Strollers- Start immediately following the runners
Awards- Approx. 9:15am
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