Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase
- Date Sun 22nd November 2026
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Crystal Lake, Illinois
- Price $43.40
- Races 1 race
- Distances 5km
Event summary
Join us for the inaugural Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase on Sunday, November 22, 2026, in the beautiful Crystal Lake area of McHenry! This exciting event promises a fun-filled day for runners of all levels, featuring a unique twist with the Pass the Poult Challenge. Runners will have the chance to chase down a baby turkey, known as a poult, along the course. Those who cross the finish line before the poult will win an additional prize!
The race will start and finish on PR property, with a scenic route that takes participants through the adjacent Squaw Creek neighborhood. While this course won't be certified, rest assured that chip timing with bibs will ensure accurate results. Be sure to arrive early for announcements and a brief warm-up at 9:45 AM, with same-day packet pickup available from 8:45 to 9:50 AM. Each registration includes a t-shirt, guaranteed for those who register by October 25, 2026. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club while enjoying a spirited community event—rain or shine!
The race will start and finish on PR property, with a scenic route that takes participants through the adjacent Squaw Creek neighborhood. While this course won't be certified, rest assured that chip timing with bibs will ensure accurate results. Be sure to arrive early for announcements and a brief warm-up at 9:45 AM, with same-day packet pickup available from 8:45 to 9:50 AM. Each registration includes a t-shirt, guaranteed for those who register by October 25, 2026. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to support the Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club while enjoying a spirited community event—rain or shine!
Organiser's Description
The race will begin and end on PR property, entering into the adjacent Squaw Creek neighborhood for a time. The course will not be certified for this inaugural race, but chip timing with bibs will be used for accurate results.
Pass the Poult Challenge: Our added element of fun! A baby turkey is called a poult. Wolfpack 5K Runners will have the challenge of chasing down our poult along the course. Runners that cross the finish line before the poult will win an additional prize!
Lineup at 9:45am for announcements and a brief warm-up.
Awards will be given
Advanced packet pick up will be...
Same day pickup will be held in Prairie Ridges Cafeteria from 8:45-9:50AM.
T-shirts are included with registration price, but only guaranteed if registration is received by October 25th, 2026.
_RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. NO REFUNDS FOR ANY REASON. UNCLAIMED PACKETS WILL BE DONATED._
The Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club is sponsoring this inaugural 5K to support its general fund for spring allocations that benefit sports, clubs and activity groups at PR. We thank you for your participation and donations!
Pass the Poult Challenge: Our added element of fun! A baby turkey is called a poult. Wolfpack 5K Runners will have the challenge of chasing down our poult along the course. Runners that cross the finish line before the poult will win an additional prize!
Lineup at 9:45am for announcements and a brief warm-up.
Awards will be given
Advanced packet pick up will be...
Same day pickup will be held in Prairie Ridges Cafeteria from 8:45-9:50AM.
T-shirts are included with registration price, but only guaranteed if registration is received by October 25th, 2026.
_RAIN OR SHINE EVENT. NO REFUNDS FOR ANY REASON. UNCLAIMED PACKETS WILL BE DONATED._
The Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club is sponsoring this inaugural 5K to support its general fund for spring allocations that benefit sports, clubs and activity groups at PR. We thank you for your participation and donations!
Races
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5K Run/Walk
Incl. $3.40 Fee & T-Shirt
Sun 22nd November 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$43.40
OPENS 01 JUN
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6000 Dvorak Drive, Crystal Lake, 60012, IL, United States
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