49th Annual Rockford Road Runners Turkey Trot is the oldest area race The race has long been a fundraiser for the Rock River Valley Food Pantry, with many thousands of dollars having been raised over the years and continues that tradition this year. Our hope is that in signing up all will consider including a donation to support to the Rock River Valley Food Pantry.
The distance is listed as 5k and for those who have run the Turkey Trot over the years you know that distance is and always has been approximate so do not worry this years Turkey Trot is still about 5k run or walk and just have fun!
Things to know! Location: 7002 Rydberg Rd, Rockford, IL 61109 (this is the south entrance to Atwood Park) - Start: A rolling start from 8 - 9 a.m. All runners need to finish by 11:00 a.m. Event is chip timed again and is guess your time format. NO RACE DAY REGISTRATION! Signup online! Door Prizes be sure to check to see if you have won! Results will be posted on the RRR website "Results" page. Packet Pickups: While you can pickup race bib on race day our hope is that you will pickup on either Tuesday Nov. 23 from 3-6 p.m. at FleetFeet or on Wednesday Nov. 24 from 3-6 p.m. at Runners Image.
We hope that all participants will consider adding a little donation to one of our charities; Rock River Valley Food Pantry, Rockford Wildcats, Annie's Locker, or the RRR Founders Scholarship Fund. All provide ongoing services and opportunities throughout the area helping to make our community a great place to live.
Additional race information can be found at http://www.rockfordroadrunners.org/turkey-trot.html.
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