Silverton Turkey Trot
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4th Annual Turkey Trot - Robert Frost PTC
The event is a community running and walking event held in Silverton at Robert Frost Elementary. It offers two distances and includes on-site check-in, raffle prizes, and limited parking near the school.
- 5K (3.1 miles) on public sidewalks; the course is not closed to traffic and crosses commercial driveways.
- 1 mile fun run/walk on a wood chip and gravel path behind the school and Silverton Baptist Church; course surfaces may be uneven.
Pricing is set by age groups and includes free entry for children ages 0-5 when accompanied by a paid adult. The published fees are:
- 5K: $25 for adults, $10 for students ages 6-18, free for ages 0-5 with paid adult.
- 1 mile: $10 for adults, $5 for students ages 6-18, free for ages 0-5 with paid adult.
Same day registration is available at an additional $5 per entry.
Check-in and post-race activity are located in front of Robert Frost Elementary, where participants receive bibs and a raffle ticket. All participants receive a raffle ticket; Robert Frost students and staff receive an extra ticket. Prizes have been donated by local businesses and organizations.
Practical notes: the Robert Frost parking lot and the Silverton 55+ Center lots will be closed to participants, and overall parking is limited. Strollers and headphones are allowed; bicycles, scooters, and skateboards are not permitted on campus. There will be no aid stations or restrooms along the route; restrooms, water, and snacks are available at the start/finish area. Event photos may be taken along the route but no professional photography is provided. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
