North Shore 6th Annual Turkey Trot

Where do I park?

• Neighbors, please walk, carpool or take a golf cart if you can! Coming from outside North Shore? Park at the beach. Overflow parking is along Edgewater, on the waterside. See the course map for the exact spot.

What’s there to eat and drink after the race?

• Hot apple cider, donuts and coffee at the beach, followed by the awards ceremony.

Where are the restrooms?

• At the start/finish line on the beach.

Can I sign up on race day?

• Yes! Day-of registration is cash only and opens at check-in 8:15 AM at the beach. Online registration closes Wednesday, Nov 25 at 11:59 PM.

What if the weather is bad?

• In case of inclement weather, the race may be delayed, modified, postponed or canceled for everyone’s safety. Entry fees are not refunded for weather-related cancellations.

Where can I see the course?

• Check out our interactive course map at https://nsturkeytrot.netlify.app. It shows the 5K and Fun Run/Walk routes, mile markers, restrooms and overflow parking.

Is the race timed?

• Sort of! There’s a race clock at the finish line, so you can see your time as you cross. To keep this a low-key, low-cost neighborhood race, we don’t use timing chips, and official results aren’t posted. Bring your own watch if you want to track your time. It’s all about the fun (and the donuts)!

Can I bring my dog?

• Yes! Friendly furry friends are welcome to participate. Please remember to pick up after your pet

Do you accept electronic payment day of race?

• We are working our way out of the dark ages but as of now, cash is the best method for same day racers. If you would like, you are still able to signup via the website. Thanks for your understanding!

See the full interactive course map for the 5K and the 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk. Tap the button to switch between routes and to find the start/finish, restrooms, mile markers and overflow parking.

View the Interactive Course Map →

• 5K: 9:00 AM, 2 laps of the neighborhood loop, starting and finishing at the beach
• 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk: 9:05 AM, one shorter loop, starting and finishing at the beach
• Restrooms: At the start/finish line
• Parking: Walk, carpool or take a golf cart if you can. Overflow parking is along Edgewater, on the waterside.

Thanksgiving Morning Schedule: Thursday, Nov 26

8:15 AM: Check-in and cash day-of registration open at the beach
8:50 AM: Pre-race announcements at the start line
9:00 AM: 5K Turkey Trot starts
9:05 AM: 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk starts
10:00 AM: Awards ceremony with cider, donuts and coffee
10:30 AM: Happy Thanksgiving!

Winners take home bragging rights, and a frozen turkey is donated in their name to a local food bank!

Since we don’t use timing chips, winners are based on order of finish at the line. Our volunteers will be watching! Awards are presented at 10:00 AM at the beach. Stick around for cider and donuts!