From the Organizer
Thanksgiving Day, November 26, 2015
Race starts at 9:00am
Franklin Park Golf Clubhouse
One Circuit Drive, Dorchester, MA 02121
Online registration closes Wednesday November 25th at noon. Race Day registration will be limited! First-come first-served starting at 8 am, $30 cash only.
Run or walk the beautiful paths of “jewel” of the Emerald Necklace to start your Thanksgiving Day! The scenic 3.1 mile route includes the most beautiful and historic views of Franklin Park.
Great Prizes for fast finishes and costumes!
Chip timed!
This event supports the Franklin Park Coalition’s programs and events: woodlands restoration, youth programs, fitness activities and more year-round.
Questions? Contact: TurkeyTrot@franklinparkcoalition.org
or call: 617-442-4141
Sorry hats are sold out! We will have a few for sale on race day. First come first hatted.
Race Day Information
The Course
This year's route is our best yet! More trees and pond scenery! Tidier start and finish! Behold:
http://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/fullscreen/911863803/
Strollers and leashed dogs are welcome.
There will be one water stop on the course.
Parking
Most of the golf clubhouse lot will available for parking, but some sections will be blocked for the start/finish area. Additional parking is available just a few yards away near the Blue Hill Ave. entrance, on the street along Circuit Drive. and the parking lot right across from the club house entrance.
Number Pick-Up and Bib Tags
Number pick up on Wednesday the 25th is at J.P. Licks from 4pm - 7 pm at 659 Centre St. in Jamaica Plain. Numbers can also be picked up race morning inside the golf clubhouse starting at 8:00 am. Your early pick up is appreciated to help keep things on schedule.
Our sponsor
Restrooms
The golf clubhouse will be open, but be advised that the bathrooms only have a few stalls. We will have three porta potties as well. Leave plenty of time in case there is a line.
Bag Check
We will not have bag check, sorry.
Watch your step!
Please be aware that in some locations on the course, the condition of the paving or concrete is poor.
Awards & Results
We’ll have awards for the male and female overall winners, age group first place winners, and for runners in the best costumes, at approximately 9:50 inside the clubhouse.
Results will be posted shortly after the race by our timers, Race Menu.
Thanks to our sponsors and prize donors.
Sponsors - this event is possible because of you!
Prize donors! Thanks for your generosity to help us make participants feel rewarded!
