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 picturesque setting of Crystal Lake, McHenry! This exciting race will take you on a fun-filled journey through the scenic Squaw Creek neighborhood, starting and ending on PR property. While the course is not certified, participants can expect accurate chip timing to capture their results.
What makes this event truly special is the Pass the Poult Challenge! Runners will have the unique opportunity to chase a baby turkey, known as a poult, along the course. Those who cross the finish line before the poult will snag an additional prize! The day kicks off with warm-up announcements at 9:45 AM, followed by the race that promises to be a memorable experience for all ages. With awards for the top finishers across various age categories, it’s a fantastic chance to compete, have fun, and support the Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club. Don’t miss out on this spirited community event—register by October 25 to ensure your t-shirt! Rain or shine, this is one 5K you won't want to miss!
What makes this event truly special is the Pass the Poult Challenge! Runners will have the unique opportunity to chase a baby turkey, known as a poult, along the course. Those who cross the finish line before the poult will snag an additional prize! The day kicks off with warm-up announcements at 9:45 AM, followed by the race that promises to be a memorable experience for all ages. With awards for the top finishers across various age categories, it’s a fantastic chance to compete, have fun, and support the Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club. Don’t miss out on this spirited community event—register by October 25 to ensure your t-shirt! Rain or shine, this is one 5K you won't want to miss!
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!
Advanced packet pickup will be held at Prairie Ridge High School, Friday, November 20th from 3:00pm-7:00pm in the Stadium ticket building.
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.
Lineup begins outside the cafeteria near the stadium at 9:45am for announcements and a brief warm-up.
Results will be immediately available and awards can be picked up from the awards station in the staging area located in the cafeteria.
Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finisher, and the top 3 male and female age group winners (overall male and female excluded) for the following age categories: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over.
_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!
Advanced packet pickup will be held at Prairie Ridge High School, Friday, November 20th from 3:00pm-7:00pm in the Stadium ticket building.
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.
Lineup begins outside the cafeteria near the stadium at 9:45am for announcements and a brief warm-up.
Results will be immediately available and awards can be picked up from the awards station in the staging area located in the cafeteria.
Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finisher, and the top 3 male and female age group winners (overall male and female excluded) for the following age categories: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over.
_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
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6000 Dvorak Drive, Crystal Lake, 60012, IL, United States
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