🏃♂️ Turkey Scramble Details
Turkey Scramble on November 28, 2024, at 3:30 PM with Jackson, Ozark, MO.
📅 Packet Pickup Information
- Location: Hometown Sports, 202 E Brick St, Ozark, MO 65721
- Date: November 27 from 3 PM to 6 PM
- Race Day Pickup: November 28, 7 AM - 8:15 AM
- Contact: For questions, email 417Running@gmail.com or call 417 221 6442. Please do not call The OC or Hometown Sports.
🏆 Registration Fees
- Children (12 and under): $15.00
- Adults (5K): $30.00 until November 15
- After November 15: $35.00 for adults
🏞️ Race Course Description
The course for the Turkey Scramble 5K will start at the front of the OC, then head around the OC and down to the Ozark Vo-Tech Parking Lot and around the building, then back down to the Finley River Bridge along the Finley River all the way up to The OC Trail. The course is level and provides a nice scenic view of the river and business district of Ozark, MO. Finish Line Managed by Ridge Runner Sports, Ozark Racing Systems, Springfield, MO.
🥇 Awards and Prizes
- Finisher Medal: All registered runners/walkers guaranteed a t-shirt by November 15.
- Overall Winners: Male & female 5K will receive a gift card and trophy.
- Age Group Awards: 1st place in multiple age categories.
- Pre-Race Celebration: Refreshments, awards, and drawings for great door prizes for registered runners!
🎭 Costume Contest
Best Costume: One award will be given. Proceeds support the 417Running Christmas with a Cop program and GC Ozark Day with the Mayor and Ozark Police.
🐶 Doggie Division
Run with Dogs: There’s a 5K Doggie division: first place male and female winners, no age groups. Pets must be on a leash and start in the back.
🏃♀️ Out of Town 5K
This is a separate race for those unable to attend but still want the swag. Same age groups apply.
🤝 Community Support
Each year, a portion of the proceeds from the run is donated back to the community. The Turkey Scramble mission is to raise money for the Ozark community, including support for a Christmas program for kids.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Where is packet pickup? Hometown Sports Ozark, MO on November 27 from 3 PM to 6 PM or race morning.
- Is this race chip timed? Yes, the chip is on the back of your bib.
- Is this a pet-friendly event? Yes, well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed.
- Can I walk the race? Absolutely! This is a family-oriented event.
- Are strollers allowed? Yes! Feel free to bring your little ones along.
- Will the race be canceled due to weather? The race will run rain or shine: only severe weather will cause a delay.