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2010 O'side Turkey Trot race information |
| Date |
November 25, 2010, Thanksgiving Day |
Schedule of events
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New - 5 Mile Run/Walk - 7:00 am
Open 5K Run/Walk - 8:15 am
Locals Only 5K Run/Walk - 9:25 am
Kids' 1 Mile Runs (9-12) - 10:40 am
Kids' 1 Mile Runs (7-8) - 10:55 am
Kids' 1/4 Mile (6 & under) - 11:10 am (new distance)
The new 5 Mile Run/Walk will start off the race schedule at 7:00 am on Thanksgiving Day. The route will start at the Oceanside Civic Center, then go out along beautiful Oceanside Harbor, before returning to the Civic Center area and dropping down to a finish on The Strand, adjacent the Oceanside Pier. Photo at left.
See map of race routes |
| Registration |
Online registration is available now.
A printable PDF entry form that can be printed and mailed in also is available.
Registration also will be available at the Race Expo (see below) |
| Start/finish |
The 5K and 5 Mile run/walks start at the Oceanside Civic Center, 330 North Coast Hwy. (Corner of Mission and Coast Hwy.) All races finish on The Strand at adjacent the Oceanside Pier.
See
map with race routes |
Features
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- Medals to all finishers (see medal at left)
- Participants 17 & under receive a "Move Your Feet Before You Eat!" backpack
- Costume contest with prizes
- Team competition with prizes
- Top Three 5 Mile and 5K Age Division Winners will receive Dick's Sporting Goods Gift Certificates.
- Kids’ Runs Awards: Top three age division finishers will receive a commemorative award.
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| Race Expo |
You can register, or pick up your packet at the Camino Town and Country Shopping Center, 2245 A S. El Camino Real, Oceanside. The expo will feature live entertainment and vendors.
- Wednesday, November 24th, 3-6:30 pm
- There will also be a post race Expo at the Amphitheatre on Race Day, Thursday, November 25, 6:30-11:30 am
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| Beneficiaries |
You have the option to donate to Oceanside schools/charities (at no added cost to you) with your entry. Since 2006, this event has raised over $46,000 for Oceanside schools. See details. |
| Volunteers |
We are in need of great volunteers at the O’side Turkey Trot! Volunteer opportunities available Tuesday, November 23, Wednesday, November 24, or Thursday, November 25. Check back to register to volunteer online at www.osideturkeytrot.com or email info@osideturkeytrot.com. All volunteers will receive a T-shirt and community service hours. See details. |
| Training program |
8-week program starts Sept. 28. 4-week program also available. Register today. |
| Course records |
5K Mario Mendoza, Oceanside 15:06 - 2007
5K Joey Bonfiglio, Carlsbad 17:07 - 2009
1 Mile
- Steven Fahy (12 yrs), Carlsbad 5:20 - 2008
- Sarah Abrahamson (9 yrs), Carlsbad 6:24 - 2007
- Savannah Orosco (12 yrs), Oceanside 6:24 - 2008
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| Team competition |
Are you expecting a large crowd for Thanksgiving dinner? Or does your company need a fun way to get in shape? The 5 largest teams receive a $50 gift certificate from 333 Pacific Steak & Seafood in Oceanside. Plus, the largest team will have its photo posted on our website. See details. |
| Entertainment |
Local band Honkys will keep you hopping after your trotting with an original blend of hillbilly-rockabilly with a California beach feel.
Expo & Refreshments: Complimentary finish line refreshments provided to all.
Post Race Healthy Stuff
Stop by your local Chipotle Mexican Grill with your bib number and receive a complimentary burrito. Offer valid through December 3, 2010 at San Diego Chipotle Mexican Grill locations. |
Thank you for a great race in 2009!
The 2009 Pacific Marine Credit Union Oside Turkey Trot helped more than 5,000 get their Thanksgiving Day started on the right foot. We thank you for your participation and invite you to put us on the calendar again for Thanksgiving Day 2010!
Joey Bonfiglio of Carlsbad is running to victory in the 2009 Open 5K at the Pacific Marine Credit Union Oside Turkey Trot. Bonfiglio won in a fast time of 17:07 and along the way had time to get this picture-postcard photo taken at the race's midway point.
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“The O’side Turkey Trot would not be possible without our sponsors, thank you for supporting their businesses!”
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