TURKEY TRAIL TROT & THE LEFTOVERS RACE
- Date Thu 27th November 2025 - Fri 28th November 2025
- Time 8:00AM EST
- Location Shelby Township, Michigan
- Price $43.90 - $102.20
- Races 11 races
- Distances Half Marathon
Event summary
Get ready for an unforgettable Thanksgiving celebration at the Turkey Trail Trot & The Leftovers Race, taking place on November 27th and 28th, 2025, in the picturesque Stony Creek Metropark, Shelby Twp, Macomb. This exciting two-day event invites runners and hikers of all skill levels to experience the beauty of nature on wide and single-track dirt trails. Choose from a variety of race distances including a thrilling Half Marathon, a 6ish Mile, a 4 Mile, and a 2 Mile on both days, or challenge yourself with the exclusive Two Day Bundle for the ultimate Thanksgiving workout!
Join in the festive spirit as you enjoy the crisp autumn air, tackle rolling hills, and navigate the fun twists and turns of the trails. Not only will you earn unique race medals that fit together, but you’ll also have the chance to win awards in various age categories! Bring your friends and family along to form a team and make lasting memories while warming up by the fire pit after your race. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to combine fitness, fun, and community in a truly special Thanksgiving tradition!
Join in the festive spirit as you enjoy the crisp autumn air, tackle rolling hills, and navigate the fun twists and turns of the trails. Not only will you earn unique race medals that fit together, but you’ll also have the chance to win awards in various age categories! Bring your friends and family along to form a team and make lasting memories while warming up by the fire pit after your race. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to combine fitness, fun, and community in a truly special Thanksgiving tradition!
Organiser's Description
TURKEY TRAIL TROT AND THE LEFTOVERS RACE INFORMATION
* Thursday Half Marathon, 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
* Friday 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
* 2 DAY BUNDLE -Thursday & Friday Half Marathon+6ish Mile, 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
COME TAKE A WALK, HIKE OR RUN IN THE WOODS! THIS EVENT IS FOR NOVICE THROUGH EXPERIENCED TRAIL RUNNERS/HIKERS. ALL DISTANCES ARE ON WIDE AND SINGLE TRACK 100% DIRT TRAILS. THIS IS NOT A ROAD RACE THE TRAILS DO INCLUDE LEAVES, ROCKS AND ROOTS, SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR FOOTING. THERE ARE TWISTS AND TURNS IN ADDITION TO ROLLING TO STEEP HILLS THAT WILL CHALLENGE YOU ALONG THE WAY. EXPERIENCE A THANKSGIVING TRADITION LIKE NO OTHER! AND THEN COME BACK FOR THE LEFTOVERS RACES!
SWAP STORIES AND WARM UP BY THE FIRE PIT!
BRING YOUR FLOCK FOR MORE FUN AND PIE!
Sign up for the race and create a team during the registration process. Have your friends and family join your team! FLOCKS WITH 6 OR MORE MEMBERS REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 24TH WILL RECEIVE A PIE AT PACKET PICK UP! Limit 1 pie per group.
PLEASE NOTE:
* 3.0 Hour Time Limit for all distances, Half Marathon runners must be through the half way split by 9:20 AM to continue on course. Slower pace will result in being routed to the finish line.
* No strollers or dogs allowed on course
* Children welcome with Parent/Guardian permission and/or accompanied by adult depending on your childs ability
THURSDAY START TIMES
6:30 AM REGISTRATION OPENS (PLEASE COME EARLY TO AVOID THE LONG LINE)
8:00 AM HALF MARATHON & 6ISH MILE WAVES STARTS WILL BE USED.
8:30 AM 4 MILE & 2 MILE
THURSDAY WAVE START TIMES:
8:00 AM HALF MARATHON TURQUOISE
8:03 AM HALF MARATHON LIGHT PURPLE
8:07 AM 10K BLUE
8:10 AM 10K GREEN
8:15 AM 4 MILE RED
8:19 AM 4 MILE YELLOW
8:23 AM 4 MILE ORANGE
8:27 AM 2 MILE DARK ORANGE
8:31 AM 2 MILE PINK
8:35 AM 2 MILE PURPLE
FRIDAY START TIMES - 1 HOUR LATER TODAY FOR SOME SLEEP IN TIME!
7:30 AM REGISTRATION OPENS (PLEASE COME EARLY TO AVOID THE LONG LINES)
9:00 AM 6ISH MILE
9:15 AM 4 MILE
9:30 AM 2 MILE
WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH MY REGISTRATION FEE
WELL MARKED COURSE
FUN EXPERIENCE
CHANCE TO BOND WITH NATURE
FINISH LINE SNACK AND WATER
ON COURSE AID STATION WITH CUPLESS RACING- RACER CARRIES THEIR OWN CUP OR WATER BOTTLE TO FILL AT WATER STOPS
1 REUSABLE HYDRAPAK CUP
CHOICE OF PREMIUM LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT OR EVENT BEANIE!
FINISHER MEDAL
CHANCE TO WIN AGE GROUP AND OPEN AWARD
CHIP TIMING
**IF YOU YOU WANT TO HAVE BOTH A SHIRT AND A BEANIE, ORDER YOUR SHIRT SIZE THEN THERE WILL BE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ADD ON THE HAT AS A $17 PURCHASE (RETAIL VALUE OF $30)
RUN BOTH DAYS - TURKEY TRAIL TROT & THE LEFTOVERS RACE
BOTH DAY BUNDLE WILL RECEIVE CUSTOM EVENT GLOVES (FIRST 250 BUNDLE ENTRANTS!)
ALL TURKEY TRAIL TROT AND THE LEFTOVERS RACE RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A UNIQUE RACE MEDAL THURSDAY AND A DIFFERENT MEDAL ON FRIDAY. THESE 2 MEDALS WILL FIT TOGETHER!
BOTH DAYS DIVISION WILL RECEIVE A PREMIUM LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT, CUSTOM EVENT GLOVES AND UNIQUE MEDAL EACH DAY THAT WILL FIT TOGETHER AND LOOK SPIFFY IN YOUR RUNNERS SWAG DISPLAY AREA!
**MEDAL AND SHIRT IMAGE COMING SOON**
MUST BE ENTERED IN THE BOTH DAYS DIVISION INCLUDING 6ISH MILE, 4 MILE AND 2 MILE OR HALF MARATHON+6ISH MILE TO RECEIVE THE ADDITIONAL SWAG ITEM OF GLOVES ( First 250 registered for the bundle)
LOCATION:
STONY CREEK METROPARK
4300 MAIN PARK
WEST BRANCH AREA, SHELTER N
RACE DAY MEETING - Please assemble at the start line 10 minutes before race start time
WHAT IF I NEED TO SWITCH MY DISTANCE?
Runners can switch down to a shorter distance up until Wednesday November 26 at 6:00 pm. Go to your Runsignup profile and select Turkey Trail Trot + TLOR. Click Manage Registration, Switch Events and save your choice. If you switch to a lower or same cost event there is no transfer fee. If you switch to a higher cost there will be an additional amount due. Save your switch. **PLEASE MAKE ANY SWITCHES PRIOR TO PICKING UP YOUR RACE BIB! Race bibs are unique to the race distance and will help our volunteers direct runners on course.
AWARDS FOR ALL DISTANCES
**AWARDS CAN BE PICKED UP AT THE AWARDS TENT (REGISTRATION TENT) AS SOON AS RESULTS ARE MARKED OFFICIAL (AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE RESULTS TENT PRIOR TO LEAVING THE AREA IF YOU ARE AN AWARD WINNER)
OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD
0-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80+
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 11:30 - 6:00 PM HANSONS RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD, UTICA
PARK PASS - Stony Creek Metropark requires vehicles to have a metropark pass. Daily park passes are $10. No fee will be charged on Thanksgiving day. Yearly or daily passes will be available for purchase at the park gates on Friday
WHAT IS "CUPLESS RACING"? - This race will USE CUPLESS RACING which means you WILL NEED TO carry your own personal hydration system or reusable cup to refill at the aid stations. You can use the Hydrapak cup at this race as well as other events and your own training, hiking, concert going etc. One Hydrapak cup will be included in your registration fee, make sure to bring it with you on race morning!
STONY CREEK METROPARK
A PORTION OF YOUR REGISTRATION FEE GOES TO STONY CREEK METORPARK FOR TRAIL MAINTENANCE.
OPC MEALS ON WHEELS
IS ONCE AGAIN OUR 2025 CHARITY PARTNER. YOUR GIFT WILL HELP SUPPORT THE LOCAL PROGRAMS THAT KEEP SENIORS SAFE AND LIVING INDEPENDENTLY IN OUR COMMUNITY.
* Thursday Half Marathon, 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
* Friday 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
* 2 DAY BUNDLE -Thursday & Friday Half Marathon+6ish Mile, 6ish Mile, 4 Mile and 2 Mile
COME TAKE A WALK, HIKE OR RUN IN THE WOODS! THIS EVENT IS FOR NOVICE THROUGH EXPERIENCED TRAIL RUNNERS/HIKERS. ALL DISTANCES ARE ON WIDE AND SINGLE TRACK 100% DIRT TRAILS. THIS IS NOT A ROAD RACE THE TRAILS DO INCLUDE LEAVES, ROCKS AND ROOTS, SO IT IS IMPORTANT TO PAY ATTENTION TO YOUR FOOTING. THERE ARE TWISTS AND TURNS IN ADDITION TO ROLLING TO STEEP HILLS THAT WILL CHALLENGE YOU ALONG THE WAY. EXPERIENCE A THANKSGIVING TRADITION LIKE NO OTHER! AND THEN COME BACK FOR THE LEFTOVERS RACES!
SWAP STORIES AND WARM UP BY THE FIRE PIT!
BRING YOUR FLOCK FOR MORE FUN AND PIE!
Sign up for the race and create a team during the registration process. Have your friends and family join your team! FLOCKS WITH 6 OR MORE MEMBERS REGISTERED BY NOVEMBER 24TH WILL RECEIVE A PIE AT PACKET PICK UP! Limit 1 pie per group.
PLEASE NOTE:
* 3.0 Hour Time Limit for all distances, Half Marathon runners must be through the half way split by 9:20 AM to continue on course. Slower pace will result in being routed to the finish line.
* No strollers or dogs allowed on course
* Children welcome with Parent/Guardian permission and/or accompanied by adult depending on your childs ability
THURSDAY START TIMES
6:30 AM REGISTRATION OPENS (PLEASE COME EARLY TO AVOID THE LONG LINE)
8:00 AM HALF MARATHON & 6ISH MILE WAVES STARTS WILL BE USED.
8:30 AM 4 MILE & 2 MILE
THURSDAY WAVE START TIMES:
8:00 AM HALF MARATHON TURQUOISE
8:03 AM HALF MARATHON LIGHT PURPLE
8:07 AM 10K BLUE
8:10 AM 10K GREEN
8:15 AM 4 MILE RED
8:19 AM 4 MILE YELLOW
8:23 AM 4 MILE ORANGE
8:27 AM 2 MILE DARK ORANGE
8:31 AM 2 MILE PINK
8:35 AM 2 MILE PURPLE
FRIDAY START TIMES - 1 HOUR LATER TODAY FOR SOME SLEEP IN TIME!
7:30 AM REGISTRATION OPENS (PLEASE COME EARLY TO AVOID THE LONG LINES)
9:00 AM 6ISH MILE
9:15 AM 4 MILE
9:30 AM 2 MILE
WHAT IS INCLUDED WITH MY REGISTRATION FEE
WELL MARKED COURSE
FUN EXPERIENCE
CHANCE TO BOND WITH NATURE
FINISH LINE SNACK AND WATER
ON COURSE AID STATION WITH CUPLESS RACING- RACER CARRIES THEIR OWN CUP OR WATER BOTTLE TO FILL AT WATER STOPS
1 REUSABLE HYDRAPAK CUP
CHOICE OF PREMIUM LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT OR EVENT BEANIE!
FINISHER MEDAL
CHANCE TO WIN AGE GROUP AND OPEN AWARD
CHIP TIMING
**IF YOU YOU WANT TO HAVE BOTH A SHIRT AND A BEANIE, ORDER YOUR SHIRT SIZE THEN THERE WILL BE AN OPPORTUNITY TO ADD ON THE HAT AS A $17 PURCHASE (RETAIL VALUE OF $30)
RUN BOTH DAYS - TURKEY TRAIL TROT & THE LEFTOVERS RACE
BOTH DAY BUNDLE WILL RECEIVE CUSTOM EVENT GLOVES (FIRST 250 BUNDLE ENTRANTS!)
ALL TURKEY TRAIL TROT AND THE LEFTOVERS RACE RUNNERS WILL RECEIVE A UNIQUE RACE MEDAL THURSDAY AND A DIFFERENT MEDAL ON FRIDAY. THESE 2 MEDALS WILL FIT TOGETHER!
BOTH DAYS DIVISION WILL RECEIVE A PREMIUM LONG SLEEVE EVENT SHIRT, CUSTOM EVENT GLOVES AND UNIQUE MEDAL EACH DAY THAT WILL FIT TOGETHER AND LOOK SPIFFY IN YOUR RUNNERS SWAG DISPLAY AREA!
**MEDAL AND SHIRT IMAGE COMING SOON**
MUST BE ENTERED IN THE BOTH DAYS DIVISION INCLUDING 6ISH MILE, 4 MILE AND 2 MILE OR HALF MARATHON+6ISH MILE TO RECEIVE THE ADDITIONAL SWAG ITEM OF GLOVES ( First 250 registered for the bundle)
LOCATION:
STONY CREEK METROPARK
4300 MAIN PARK
WEST BRANCH AREA, SHELTER N
RACE DAY MEETING - Please assemble at the start line 10 minutes before race start time
WHAT IF I NEED TO SWITCH MY DISTANCE?
Runners can switch down to a shorter distance up until Wednesday November 26 at 6:00 pm. Go to your Runsignup profile and select Turkey Trail Trot + TLOR. Click Manage Registration, Switch Events and save your choice. If you switch to a lower or same cost event there is no transfer fee. If you switch to a higher cost there will be an additional amount due. Save your switch. **PLEASE MAKE ANY SWITCHES PRIOR TO PICKING UP YOUR RACE BIB! Race bibs are unique to the race distance and will help our volunteers direct runners on course.
AWARDS FOR ALL DISTANCES
**AWARDS CAN BE PICKED UP AT THE AWARDS TENT (REGISTRATION TENT) AS SOON AS RESULTS ARE MARKED OFFICIAL (AWARDS WILL NOT BE MAILED. PLEASE CHECK WITH THE RESULTS TENT PRIOR TO LEAVING THE AREA IF YOU ARE AN AWARD WINNER)
OVERALL MALE AND FEMALE WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD
TOP 3 IN EACH AGE GROUP WILL RECEIVE AN AWARD
0-14
15-19
20-29
30-39
40-49
50-59
60-69
70-79
80+
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25 11:30 - 6:00 PM HANSONS RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD, UTICA
PARK PASS - Stony Creek Metropark requires vehicles to have a metropark pass. Daily park passes are $10. No fee will be charged on Thanksgiving day. Yearly or daily passes will be available for purchase at the park gates on Friday
WHAT IS "CUPLESS RACING"? - This race will USE CUPLESS RACING which means you WILL NEED TO carry your own personal hydration system or reusable cup to refill at the aid stations. You can use the Hydrapak cup at this race as well as other events and your own training, hiking, concert going etc. One Hydrapak cup will be included in your registration fee, make sure to bring it with you on race morning!
STONY CREEK METROPARK
A PORTION OF YOUR REGISTRATION FEE GOES TO STONY CREEK METORPARK FOR TRAIL MAINTENANCE.
OPC MEALS ON WHEELS
IS ONCE AGAIN OUR 2025 CHARITY PARTNER. YOUR GIFT WILL HELP SUPPORT THE LOCAL PROGRAMS THAT KEEP SENIORS SAFE AND LIVING INDEPENDENTLY IN OUR COMMUNITY.
Races
-
Turkey Trail Trot Half Marathon - Thursday
Incl. $4.80 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$59.80
This race will start at 8:00 am THURSDAY. -
TURKEY TRAIL TROT 6 MILEish - THURSDAY
Incl. $4.80 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or CUSTOM BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$59.80
This race will start at 8:00 am THURSDAY. -
Turkey Trail Trot 4 Mile - Thursday
Incl. $3.90 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$43.90
This race will start at 8:30 am THURSDAY -
Turkey Trail Trot 2 Mile - Thursday
Incl. $3.90 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$43.90
This race will start at 8:30 am THURSDAY. -
The LEFTOVERS RACE 6 MILEish - FRIDAY
Incl. $4.80 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Fri 28th November 2025 (9:00AM EST)
$59.80
This race will start at 9:00 am FRIDAY. -
The Leftovers Race 4 Mile - Friday
Incl. $3.90 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Fri 28th November 2025 (9:15AM EST)
$43.90
This race will start at 9:15 am FRIDAY. -
The Leftovers Race 2 Mile - Friday
Incl. $3.90 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Fri 28th November 2025 (9:30AM EST)
$43.90
This race will start at 9:30 am FRIDAY. -
HALF MARATHON + 6 MILEish - BOTH DAYS
Incl. $7.20 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$102.20
Run the Half Marathon on Thursday and the 6MILEish on Friday. You will receive a unique finisher medal each day, an event shirt AND custom event gloves. Thursday race starts at 8:00. Friday race starts at 9:00 am -
6 MILEish - BOTH DAYS
Incl. $7.20 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:00AM EST)
$102.20
Run the Turkey Trail Trot on Thursday and The Leftovers on Friday! You will receive a unique finisher medal each day, an event shirt AND custom event gloves. Thursday race starts at 8:00. Friday race starts at 9:00 am -
4 Mile - Both Days
Incl. $5.40 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$70.40
Run the Turkey Trail Trot on Thursday and The Leftovers on Friday! You will receive a unique finisher medal each day, an event shirt AND custom event gloves. Thursday race starts at 8:30. Friday race starts at 9:15 am -
2 Mile - Both Days
Incl. $5.40 Fee & SELECT YOUR FREE GIVEAWAY - SHIRT or BEANIE
Thu 27th November 2025 (8:30AM EST)
$70.40
Run the Turkey Trail Trot on Thursday and The Leftovers on Friday! You will receive a unique finisher medal each day, an event shirt AND custom event gloves. Thursday race starts at 8:30. Friday race starts at 9:30 am
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