| Event
History
The Turkey Trot,
first run in 1986, was developed as a fun, family, community event.
Starting as a small race, run on the Corridor Trail, the Turkey
Trot has evolved into a race with approximately 1000 participants,
running or walking, striving to reach personal goals. Our goal is
to reach out to the community by offering a race for people of all
ages and abilities.
Course
5K Run/Walk:
USA Track & Field Certified Course. This scenic rolling hill
course begins at The Marsh, 15000 Minnetonka Boulevard, proceeds
West to Fairchild Avenue, circles Libbs Lake neighborhood and returns
on Minnetonka Boulevard to The Marsh. Racewalkers and fitness walkers
should feel free to participate at their own pace.
1/2
& 1 Kilometer Family Fun Run (Free): The Turkey Trot
Fun Run/Walk is a highlight for many families. Participants are
led in warm-up drills, and then line up for the race, which will
be run on The Marsh outdoor track at the back of the building.
Schedule
7:45 a.m. -
Pre-Race Warm-up
8:00 a.m. - 5K Run/Walk
8:45 a.m. - Top Overall Awards/Drawings
9:00 a.m. - 1/2 & 1K Family Fun Run & Warm-up
9:45 a.m. - Age Class Awards/Drawings
Registration
Early
Registration - through Saturday, November 1:
1. Register Online. Click
here to register online now at www.active.com and complete the
registration process immediately.
2. Mail registration. Click here to download
a printable entry form and send completed form with check to
The Marsh Turkey Trot, 15000 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN, 55345.
3. Register in person at The Marsh Front Desk.
4. Call the
Turkey Trot Hotline at 952-935-2202 ext. 8050 to request a registration
form. We'll mail one right out to you.
Late
Registration - After November 1 through Race Day:
1. Register Online. Click
here to register online now at www.active.com and complete the
registration process immediately. (Through November 6.)
2. Mail registration. Click here to download
a printable entry form and send completed form with check to
The Marsh Turkey Trot, 15000 Minnetonka Blvd., Minnetonka, MN, 55345.
3. Register in person at The Marsh Front Desk.
4. Register on Race Day from 6:30 - 7:30 a.m.
Race number
and sweatshirt pick up will be held Friday, November 5 between 4:00
and 7:00 p.m. or on race day after 6:30 a.m.
| Race
Fees |
by 10/24 |
after 10/24 |
| With sweatshirt |
$33 |
N/A |
| With sweatshirt (XXL) |
$35 |
N/A |
| No sweatshirt |
$19 |
$22 |
A limited
supply of sweatshirts will be available on race day. Anyone with
a race number will be able to purchase a sweatshirt for $17.
Benefits
The Marsh Turkey
Trot contributes a portion of each entry fee to Interfaith Outreach
and Community Partners (IOCP) and Intercongregation Communities
Association (ICA). All those interested in contributing a pair of
athletic shoes, boots or food are asked to bring their donations
to The Marsh on race day. IOCP and ICA respond to unmet basic human
needs of people living in our community by assisting them in times
of crisis.
Awards
5K Run:
First through third place male and female overall winners will receive
sponsor gift certificates. First place age class winners (5 year
increments - 13 and under through 75+) will receive sponsor gift
certificates.
5K Walk: First place male and female overall and
age class winners (49 and under, 50 - 69, 70+) will receive sponsor
gift certificates. Racewalkers are encouraged to participate; however,
there will be no course monitors.
• Door Prizes will be awarded to those present at the Awards
Program at 8:45 & 9:45 a.m. Race results will be posted at www.themarsh.com.
Do
The Group Trot!
Get your fellow
gobblers together for a Turkey Trot Team. Whether you’re a
seasoned athlete or just want to do something fun and healthy on
a crisp November morning, it’s more fun in a group! All groups
will be acknowledged at the Trot, and special group prizes awarded.
Organize your group of Marsh members, friends, neighbors, and colleagues
to take advantage of special awards in the following categories
(Minimum team size is four people):
The
Vintage Turkeys: The team with the oldest average age
Strut Your Turkey Feathers: The team sporting the
most creative costume through the finish line
Flock of Turkeys: The team with the most members
from any one business or organization
The Big Hatch: The team with the most family members
walking or running
1/2
& 1 Kilometer Family Fun Run
The Turkey Trot
Fun Run/Walk is a highlight for many families. Participants are
led in warm-up drills, and then line up for the race, which will
be run on The Marsh outdoor track at the back of the building. Bring
your family and run or walk with The Marsh Turkey Mascot. Ribbons
are presented to all participants.
Runner/Walker
Safety: No dogs, baby strollers, baby joggers, in-line skates
or headphones are allowed on the race courses. Please stay within
the coned areas on the course and follow all police and course marshal’s
instructions for your own safety. The course is open to limited
traffic.
Running
and Walking Training Classes
Tuesdays,
October 4 - 25, 6:00 - 7:15 p.m.
Jump start your fall exercise program while training for the Turkey
Trot 5K Run/Walk. Each class will begin with a training run/walk
followed by a short stretch and practical workshop on the following
subjects. Led by University of Minnesota graduate distance runner
Mike Bialick:
• October 4- Training for a 5K Event and Shoe Options
• October 11 - Gentle Yoga Stretch for Runners/Walkers
• October 18 - Outdoor Wear for Cold Weather Activity
• October 25 - Pre-race Preparation
Free to registered
Turkey Trot participants; non-registered participants,
$12/class. Please register for classes by October 1 at The Marsh
Front Desk or by calling 952-935-2202.
Sponsors
Please help
us thank our sponsors by supporting their businesses, services,
and products.
- The Marsh
Restaurant
- Gear West
- Marathon
Sports
- Old Home
- Culligan
Bottled Water
- PowerBar
- Sysco Foods
- Great Harvest
Bread Co.
- Cargill
Health & Food Technologies
- Starbucks
Coffee
For
More Information
To find out
more about the Turkey Trot, please call the Turkey Trot Hotline
at 952-935-2202, ext.8050. |
