A Thanksgiving morning race that helps local children and families is returning to Dover for its 55th year.
The Tuscarawas County YMCA Turkey Trot 5K, set for Nov. 26, is open for registration and welcomes everyone from serious runners to walkers, stroller-pushers and pets, according to a community announcement.
Online registration is available through the Tuscarawas County YMCA at tuscymca.org or through RunSignup.com.
Registration fees and race details
Registration costs $20 for youth ages 15 and younger through Nov. 25 and $25 on race day.
For participants 16 and older, registration is $30 through Oct. 31, $35 through Nov. 21, $40 through Nov. 25 and $45 on race day.
Participants who register before Nov. 1 are guaranteed a race shirt. A course map is available through the race website and at the YMCA.
Instant race results will be posted following the event. Awards will be presented to the top three overall finishers and the top three finishers in each age group.
Special pre-race awards will recognize categories including best spirit, best costume and best pet costume. Award pickup begins at 9:30 a.m. in the YMCA gymnasium.
Packet pickup schedule
Packet pickup and in-person registration will be held in the YMCA gymnasium from 4 to 7 p.m. Nov. 25.
Race-day packet pickup will be available from 6:30 to 8 a.m. Participants also may register in person during those times.
Fifty-fifty raffle tickets will be sold during the Nov. 25 pickup event only.
Proceeds support YMCA financial assistance
Race proceeds benefit the YMCA's Annual Campaign, which provides financial assistance for children and families participating in YMCA programs, according to the announcement.
Businesses and individuals interested in sponsoring the race have until Oct. 31 to participate. Sponsorship includes a logo or name on the back of the race shirt.
For sponsorship information, contact Ryan@tuscymca.org.
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