SALISBURY, Md. – Wicomico Recreation & Parks hosts its annual Turkey Trek 5K on Thanksgiving Day at Pemberton Park. This year the Mr. Gobble Gobble Challenge returns.
One designated runner, dressed like a turkey, will try to outrun all of the other participants. Those who outrun the turkey will receive a sticker of honor, while others who have been passed will receive a sticker of shame.
“The Turkey Trek 5K is an annual event that has become tradition to many families in our community,” says Randy McFadden, Recreation Program Specialist. “We are always looking for ways to keep our community engaged.”
There will also be awards for the overall male and female winners and for first through third place, as well as male and female winners in several age groups. Participants can dress up and try to earn the award for Best Thanksgiving Costume. Refreshments and holiday pie will be available after the race.
Registration is $35 for early registration and $40 after Nov. 8. Preregistration is available through 5 p.m. Friday, Nov. 15.
Preregistered runners will be able to pick up their race bib and shirt at the Wicomico Civic Center box office Nov. 26- 27 from 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
All proceeds from the race benefit Pemberton Nature Camp and other environmental programs. Pemberton Historical Park is located at 5561 Plantation Lane in Salisbury.
Attached photo: Participants are encouraged to dress up to for the chance to win the Best Thanksgiving Costume. This year’s race is set for Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 28, at Pemberton Park.
