Norwell Turkey Trot & Kids Turkey Chase
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Norwell Turkey Trot & Kids Turkey Chase
The event is a community road race in Norwell, Massachusetts that benefits Norwell Middle School. The program includes a 5K Turkey Trot that starts and finishes at Norwell High School and a separate Kids Turkey Chase for children age 10 and under, divided into four age categories.
Registration follows a tiered pricing schedule for the 5K: $30 through October 15, $35 from October 16 to November 1, $40 from November 2 to November 19, and $45 from November 20 through race day. Students (18 and under) have a $25 flat rate through November 19. NPS teachers have a $15 flat rate through November 19 with a promo code. Online registration for all events closes November 19. The Kids Turkey Chase is $5 online and $10 for offline or day-of registration. Optional event apparel is available if ordered by November 1: t-shirts for $10 and hoodies for $45.
The 5K course is a flat neighborhood route leaving Norwell High School, right onto South Street, left onto Pleasant Street, left onto E A Joseph, then returning to the high school. The Kids Turkey Chase meets near Lot B, the Tennis Court Parking Lot. Kids entered in the Turkey Chase are not entered in the 5K.
Awards include top male and female finishers, first through third in age groups, and spirit prizes for best 80s and Thanksgiving/turkey costumes. The John Hughan Kindness Contest recognizes observed acts of kindness with custom Kindness Hoodies. Team prizes and small giveaways such as turkey socks or gloves are planned. Donations for the local food pantry and $25 grocery gift cards are requested. The event proceeds fund teacher grants, enrichment programs, and ancillary student services. The event runs rain or shine. Parking is at Norwell High School Lot C or as directed by volunteers. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
