Thurston Turkey Trot

🏃‍♂️ Event Overview

Join us on Thanksgiving morning, November 28, for the annual Thurston Turkey Trot. You can run or walk the 5K or 1-mile events—it's the perfect way to kick off your holiday. Both start at 8 a.m., so bring your family and friends for this fun community tradition!

💲 Entry Fee

• Cost: Entry fee is $30 + RunSignUp registration fee.
• Deadline: Hurry—price increases on Nov. 22.
• Includes: Your race fee includes a long-sleeved t-shirt, plus water, coffee, bananas, and Eileen's cookies at the finish line.

🎓 Beneficiary

Proceeds benefit the Jeff and Carol Memorial Scholarship at Pender Public Schools, helping two graduating seniors each receive $1,000.

🏅 Course Records

• Men's 5K Record: 17:16 held by Addison Albin of Parkville, MO (Norfolk, NE native) set in 2018.
• Women's 5K Record: 19:17 held by Lisa Ryan from Sioux City, IA.

📞 Contact Information

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For more details, visit the official race page.