If you are in Central Oregon on Thanksgiving, you’ve got a couple of great running options. I Like Pie in Bend or the Redmond Turkey Trot. It’s a tough decision, so here are a few details to help you decide. The Cascade Relays I Like Pie is in Bend’s Old Mill District and has the option of a 1.5 or 2.5 mile loop. Start time is anytime between 7:30 and 9:30 A.M., so you can…
Over the past years, “turkey trots” have become increasingly popular, encouraging people to get outside and participate in a race/run/walk on Thanksgiving morning before heading to their respective Thanksgiving celebrations. Most of the races offer at least a 5k distance, several also have another longer or shorter distance as an option. Many of the races have a food bank as a beneficiary or collect canned goods at the race. While Run Oregon will be previewing…
The Give n’ Gobble 5k and 10K, which was traditionally held in Sherwood, will be a virtual event this year. Participants will choose their distance, their desired course, and even their preferred race day. Run your race, submit your results, and post a picture on social media – don’t forget to tag #GiveNGobble. (Information on submitting your results will come in your registration confirmation email.) There will be a drive-thru packet pickup and food donation…
This was my first year running the Salem Run’ucopia but I have a feeling it won’t be my last! I was blown away by how many people were all running this year on Thanksgiving Day, with 866 finishers between all 3 races! We had a small group of us that all ran together this year and at the last minute I swapped my 10K entry for the 5K as I was not feeling particularly great…
It’s year 3 for the Redmond Turkey Trot, and if this year is anything like last year, be prepared for an outrageous turnout. In fact, last year’s event was more well attended than any other Thanksgiving running event in Central Oregon…and that’s saying a lot! Perhaps, much of the hype comes from the free HooDoo lift ticket that every participant receives just for signing up in advance. Additionally, there is pie. Much pie. Pie worth…
Thanksgiving Day, a day of tradition, from eating turkey with family and friends to running/walking a 5k! Thanksgiving Day is full of local Turkey Trots! Steventon WA has their own Turkey Trot tradition, beginning the day with a run-walk-jog through Stevenson! This is a FREE 5k event put on by Columbia Gorge Running Club at 8am! A contribution of a non-perishable food or cash for the local food bank is asked. This event had raised…
The Turkey Stuffer 5K is a community tradition for the the entire family. Come out and enjoy exercising together while raising money to benefit Willamalane’s Park & Recreation District. Run or walk the flat course that will start outside of Splash! at Lively Park near 61st and Thurston and the race course will continue on Thurston, looping through the beautiful and quiet surrounding residential neighborhood and passing near Thurston Park before runners make their way…
Whether you are heading over to Southern Oregon to hang out with friends and family for Thanksgiving or just looking for something to do, you won’t want to miss this event. Start off your Thanksgiving morning by earning a custom made finisher’s medal at the 12th annual Southern Oregon Turkey Trot, located in Central Point. The 2 Mile Run/Walk will be an out and back from Expo onto the Bear Creek Greenway heading north, while…
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Fortunately, no matter where you are over Thanksgiving, you are sure to find a Turkey Trot to participate in . . . More mashed potatoes, please! If you happen to be indulging while in Southern Oregon, here are a few options for you. YMCA Turkey Trot – Grants Pass: This 4th Annual event is at 8:30 A.M. on Thanksgiving and includes a 5K run and a 2 mile walk. The race starts at the YMCA,…
