Tough 10 & Fast 5 Turkey Trot
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Tough Ten and Fast 5 Turkey Trot
This event, presented by the Highland City Striders, is a long-running club tradition held at Ghiloni Park, 239 Concord Road, Marlborough, MA. There is no entry fee; instead participants are asked to bring 20 canned or non-perishable goods to support the Hudson Food Pantry and the Marlborough Community Cupboard.
Distances included:
- 10 mile
- 5 mile
The 10 mile and 5 mile courses are run simultaneously and conclude at the finish area in Ghiloni Park. Both courses roll through the hills of Marlborough and Hudson and are staffed by course marshals. Photographers work on the course and post-race refreshments are provided. Awards are presented to top finishers and prizes donated by local businesses are distributed randomly to participants.
The 5 mile race is open to walkers and runners and can serve as training for a winter race. The 10 mile race has a 2:15 time limit; runners who have not reached the 10/5 split after 40 minutes will be directed to the 5 mile finish line by volunteers. GPX files are available for both courses. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
