The Original A2 Turkey Trot
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The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot
The Original Kroger A2 Turkey Trot is an annual autumn running event held at Hudson Mills Metropark in Dexter, Michigan. The event takes place within the scenic park grounds and utilizes a 5K loop as the primary course structure. Participants can choose from several distances depending on their preference, with the courses designed to be walker-friendly.
The event offers several individual race distances and a combined challenge:
- 5K: A single loop around scenic Hudson Mills.
- 10K: Two laps of the 5K course.
- Iron Turkey: A combined challenge totaling 9.3 miles (10K and 5K).
- Mashed Potato Mile: A 1-mile fun run distance.
- Drumstick Dash: A 200m dash for children aged 8 and under.
The venue is located at 8801 North Territorial Road. A park entry fee is required for vehicles without an annual pass. For those unable to attend in person, virtual options are available for the 5K, 10K, Iron Turkey, and the 1-mile fun run.
The event features a post-race gathering where staff and volunteers prepare pancakes and breakfast burritos for participants. Additionally, the organizers focus on sustainability through a zero-waste initiative aimed at maintaining the environmental health of the park. Specific race categories are available for children aged 10 and under at no registration cost. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
