The GBRC Turkey Trot is a 5K fun run/walk that all net proceeds will benefit the Bellingham Food Bank. It starts at Squalicum Creek Park (1001 Squalicum Way, Bellingham) at 9:00am. There is a 90 minute time limit for the course.
Strollers and children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult.
Note: this is an open course. There are sections on the road and two road crossings. Runners will be stopped by monitors for cars.
Well behaved leashed dogs (6ft lead max) are allowed to participate in the event with their owners. Aggressive dogs will be asked to leave at the RDs discretion. Owners are responsible for proper disposal of all dog waste.
Registration for the 2024 GBRC Turkey Trot will open on September 20th 2024 at 8am.
Registration will close on November 22nd at 8pm.
No race day registrations.
Entry Fees:
GBRC Members: Free
Non Members 13 & up pre-race $20.00
Non Members 12 & under Free
Awards & Prizes
The top 3 male, female and non-binary finishers will win Turkey Trot prizes. Random prizes will be drawn otherwise.
There will be no official award ceremony, but the winners will be announced and can pick up their awards in the pavilion after they finish.
Race Course
A map of the course can be found below.
Timing
Our course will be chip timed by Pacific Multisports.
All runners will receive a bib with a chip on the back. Please make sure that your bib is on your front and visible at all times.
Bib Pick Up
Early bib pickup available at Fairhaven runners start Thursday at noon until 6pm and Friday from 10am until 6pm. All other bibs not picked up before race day can pick up your bib starting at 8 am at Squalicum Creek Park, prior to the race.
– Our Sponsors –
Interested in sponsoring us? Contact Julie Nelson and Max Chmielewski – turkeytrot@gbrc.net
Race Director Contact Info
Co-Race Directors – Julie Nelson and Max Chmielewski – turkeytrot@gbrc.net
Volunteer Contact Info
Megan Moerke – GBRC Volunteer Coordinator: megan.moerke@gbrc.net