Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut
- Date Sat 16th November 2024 - Sun 24th November 2024
- Location Bryson City, North Carolina
- Price $22.85
- Races 2 races
- Distances 5km
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Event summary
Join us for the exciting 2024 Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut, taking place in the beautiful surroundings of Bryson City, Swain, on Saturday, November 23rd! This family-friendly event welcomes participants of all ages and fitness levels, featuring a scenic course that starts and finishes at the historic Kituwah Mound. Runners and walkers will have the chance to compete for top honors in various age groups, with awards for the top three overall male and female finishers as well as age categories including 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, and more.
For those unable to join us in person, the DIY 5K option runs from November 16th to 24th, allowing you to walk or run at your convenience, anywhere you like! With entry fees starting as low as $5 for kids and seniors, and a chance to run for free by donating $50 or more, there’s no better way to support a great cause—100% of proceeds benefit LOVE PEOPLE WELL. So lace up your sneakers and be part of this joyful celebration of community, fitness, and giving back!
For those unable to join us in person, the DIY 5K option runs from November 16th to 24th, allowing you to walk or run at your convenience, anywhere you like! With entry fees starting as low as $5 for kids and seniors, and a chance to run for free by donating $50 or more, there’s no better way to support a great cause—100% of proceeds benefit LOVE PEOPLE WELL. So lace up your sneakers and be part of this joyful celebration of community, fitness, and giving back!
Organiser's Description
We are offering _two ways to enjoy_ the 2024 Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut run/walk [https://runsignup.com/5kturkeystrut]. ON-SITE and IN-PERSON on NOVEMBER 23RD at Kituwah Mound in Bryson City, NC. For those who live out of the area we also have the DIY 5K - NOVEMBER 16TH-24TH.
IN-PERSON:
Hosted by Cherokee Choices [http://cherokee-phhs.com/cherokee-choices/index.html], the Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut Run/Walk [https://runsignup.com/5kturkeystrut] offers something for everyone - from seasoned runners to new joggers/walkers too. With Age Groups (and Awards) 8 & Under, 9-12, & 13-16 you know this is a real Family Fun event.
Come out and enjoy a beautiful course that Starts and Finishes at the Kituwah Mound. Cool shirts, great awards, and a great cause.
ALL (as in 100%) of all proceeds benefit LOVE PEOPLE WELL [https://www.love-people-well.org/]. Donate $50 or more and your ENTRY IS FREE!!
RACE START: 12:00 NOON RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE FROM 11:00 TO 11:45AM.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
The 5K will be Scored as follows:
Top 3 Male & Female Age Groups: 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-50, 51-60, and 61+
ENTRY FEES:
Only $5 for Kids 12 & Under and Elders 60+
ADULTS: $15. $20 after November 2nd
Donate $50 or more and your Entry is FREE!!
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DIY 5K
In addition to the on-site 5K, Cherokee Choices is offering a "DIY" option for the 2024 Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut [https://runsignup.com/5kturkeystrut].
This Do It Yourself or Virtual Event will allow participants to run or walk at any time and any location that is convenient for you and your families. Run around the block, on trails, 12.5 laps around a track, or even run on a treadmill. You don't even have to live in Western NC - so please invite friends and family in other states or countries to join the fun.
While not required you can submit your time for inclusion in the online just for fun results. We will collect times from November 16th until the 24th. Check out the "DIY 5K INFO" tab for additional details.
NOTE: Participants who register for the On-Site 5K are welcome to switch to the DIY 5K at any time. Please Contact the Race for details.
IN-PERSON:
Hosted by Cherokee Choices [http://cherokee-phhs.com/cherokee-choices/index.html], the Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut Run/Walk [https://runsignup.com/5kturkeystrut] offers something for everyone - from seasoned runners to new joggers/walkers too. With Age Groups (and Awards) 8 & Under, 9-12, & 13-16 you know this is a real Family Fun event.
Come out and enjoy a beautiful course that Starts and Finishes at the Kituwah Mound. Cool shirts, great awards, and a great cause.
ALL (as in 100%) of all proceeds benefit LOVE PEOPLE WELL [https://www.love-people-well.org/]. Donate $50 or more and your ENTRY IS FREE!!
RACE START: 12:00 NOON RACE DAY REGISTRATION IS AVAILABLE FROM 11:00 TO 11:45AM.
AWARDS:
Top 3 Overall Male & Female
The 5K will be Scored as follows:
Top 3 Male & Female Age Groups: 8 & Under, 9-12, 13-16, 17-19, 20-25, 26-35, 36-45, 46-50, 51-60, and 61+
ENTRY FEES:
Only $5 for Kids 12 & Under and Elders 60+
ADULTS: $15. $20 after November 2nd
Donate $50 or more and your Entry is FREE!!
_______________________
DIY 5K
In addition to the on-site 5K, Cherokee Choices is offering a "DIY" option for the 2024 Cherokee 5K Turkey Strut [https://runsignup.com/5kturkeystrut].
This Do It Yourself or Virtual Event will allow participants to run or walk at any time and any location that is convenient for you and your families. Run around the block, on trails, 12.5 laps around a track, or even run on a treadmill. You don't even have to live in Western NC - so please invite friends and family in other states or countries to join the fun.
While not required you can submit your time for inclusion in the online just for fun results. We will collect times from November 16th until the 24th. Check out the "DIY 5K INFO" tab for additional details.
NOTE: Participants who register for the On-Site 5K are welcome to switch to the DIY 5K at any time. Please Contact the Race for details.
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