The ODO Gobbler Run & Ruck
- Date Sat 30th November 2024
- Location South Glastonbury, Connecticut
- Price $16.90 - $43.40
- Races 4 races
- Distances 5km, 5 Mile, 1 Mile
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Event summary
Get ready for an exciting day of fun and fitness at the ODO Gobbler Run & Ruck on Saturday, November 30, 2024, in beautiful South Glastonbury, Capitol! This thrilling off-road adventure invites participants to choose between 5K and 5-mile distances, making it perfect for runners and ruckers of all levels. Starting and finishing at the charming Hops on the Hill Brewery, this event not only offers a chance to burn off those Thanksgiving calories but also promises a fantastic finish line celebration with endless bowls of chili, s'mores, and freshly brewed pints.
The race kicks off with the 5-mile event at 10:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:15 AM, and a special Kids Run at 11:15 AM. Participants who register by November 15 will receive a unique wood-composite bowl from Maple Origins and a finisher's patch or medal. Plus, the top three Male and Female finishers will win delicious homemade pies courtesy of Lyman Orchards! Families can also take part in the Lil Gobblers Activity Program for kids aged 4 and up, ensuring everyone has a great time. Join us as we celebrate life, community, and
The race kicks off with the 5-mile event at 10:00 AM, followed by the 5K at 10:15 AM, and a special Kids Run at 11:15 AM. Participants who register by November 15 will receive a unique wood-composite bowl from Maple Origins and a finisher's patch or medal. Plus, the top three Male and Female finishers will win delicious homemade pies courtesy of Lyman Orchards! Families can also take part in the Lil Gobblers Activity Program for kids aged 4 and up, ensuring everyone has a great time. Join us as we celebrate life, community, and
Organiser's Description
Open Doors Outdoors final event of the year lets also make it our biggest!
Burn off those Thanksgiving feast calories with this off-road adventure through the beautiful farm lands of South Glastonbury beginning and ending at the Hops on the Hill Brewery.
Ruck or run your choice of distances including 5k or 5-mile, then enjoy a fabulous finish line party with endless bowls of chili (meat and veggie options), smores and a freshly-brewed pint from Hops on the Hill Brewery (non-alcoholic beverages available too). All participants who register by November 15 are guaranteed a cool wood-composite bowl for your post-race chili from Maple Origins - a veteran/family-owned business located in Southington - and a cool finisher's patch (ruck) or medal (run).
Race is professionally timed and the top 3 Male & Female Finishers in each event win huge homemade pies donated by Lyman Orchards; overall winners earn ODO swag too!
The 5-mile races begin at 10:00am; 5k at 10:15am and Kids Run at 11:15am
Registration fee is $40 - day of registration is $45. Soup bowl & patch/medal are NOT guaranteed for those who register after November 15.
The Lil Gobblers Activity Program is back again this year!! This special program for kids aged 4+ will keep them entertained (and safe) while Mom/Dad run/ruck. Kids program begins at 10am and culminates with the kids run at 11:15am. Cost for the Kids Activity Program is $15/child.
This race will forever hold a special place in our hearts as we celebrate the life of our friend and brother Henry Bender who was taken from us too soon.
_"There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone that light remains" _
Burn off those Thanksgiving feast calories with this off-road adventure through the beautiful farm lands of South Glastonbury beginning and ending at the Hops on the Hill Brewery.
Ruck or run your choice of distances including 5k or 5-mile, then enjoy a fabulous finish line party with endless bowls of chili (meat and veggie options), smores and a freshly-brewed pint from Hops on the Hill Brewery (non-alcoholic beverages available too). All participants who register by November 15 are guaranteed a cool wood-composite bowl for your post-race chili from Maple Origins - a veteran/family-owned business located in Southington - and a cool finisher's patch (ruck) or medal (run).
Race is professionally timed and the top 3 Male & Female Finishers in each event win huge homemade pies donated by Lyman Orchards; overall winners earn ODO swag too!
The 5-mile races begin at 10:00am; 5k at 10:15am and Kids Run at 11:15am
Registration fee is $40 - day of registration is $45. Soup bowl & patch/medal are NOT guaranteed for those who register after November 15.
The Lil Gobblers Activity Program is back again this year!! This special program for kids aged 4+ will keep them entertained (and safe) while Mom/Dad run/ruck. Kids program begins at 10am and culminates with the kids run at 11:15am. Cost for the Kids Activity Program is $15/child.
This race will forever hold a special place in our hearts as we celebrate the life of our friend and brother Henry Bender who was taken from us too soon.
_"There are some who bring a light so great to the world that even after they are gone that light remains" _
Races
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5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 30th November 2024 (10:15AM EST)
$43.40
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5k Ruck
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 30th November 2024 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
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5-Mile Run
Incl. $3.40 Fee & Locally Made Chili Bowl
Sat 30th November 2024 (10:00AM EST)
$43.40
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Lil Gobbler Kids Program (Includes Fun Run)
Incl. $1.90 Fee
Sat 30th November 2024 (10:00AM EST)
$16.90
Kids have the option of running 1/2 mile or 1 mile
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