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 the excitement at the inaugural Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase on Sunday, November 22, 2026, in the beautiful Crystal Lake area of McHenry. This fun-filled race will take you on a scenic course starting and finishing on PR property, with a special opportunity to chase down a playful poult—a baby turkey! Runners who cross the finish line before the poult will earn an extra prize, adding a delightful twist to the competition.
Participants can expect a lively atmosphere with chip timing for accurate results and a vibrant community spirit as this event aims to support local sports and activity groups. Don’t miss out on your commemorative T-shirt, guaranteed for those who register by October 25, 2026, and every runner will receive an inaugural participation medal! With a wide range of age group awards up for grabs, this is an event that promises fun for everyone. So mark your calendars and gear up for a fantastic day of fitness and community on November 22!
Participants can expect a lively atmosphere with chip timing for accurate results and a vibrant community spirit as this event aims to support local sports and activity groups. Don’t miss out on your commemorative T-shirt, guaranteed for those who register by October 25, 2026, and every runner will receive an inaugural participation medal! With a wide range of age group awards up for grabs, this is an event that promises fun for everyone. So mark your calendars and gear up for a fantastic day of fitness and community on November 22!
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 in the registration price, but only guaranteed if registration is received by October 25th, 2026.
Every registrant will receive an inaugural participation medal in their race packet!
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 in the registration price, but only guaranteed if registration is received by October 25th, 2026.
Every registrant will receive an inaugural participation medal in their race packet!
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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