Turkey Trek 5k Thanksgiving Day
Photo by Pemberton Historical Park
Runners on the course will be guided through trails, forests, meadows and wetlands of Pemberton Park. Refreshments and holiday pie will be available as participants cross the finish line.
The race is presented by Wicomico Recreation, Parks & Tourism to benefit Pembeerton Historical Park’s environmental education programs. Early registration is available through Nov. 19 and costs $25. On-site registration costs $30 and takes place from 7:30-8 a.m. before the race. Check in for pre-registered participants is from 8-8:30 a.m.
Awards will be given out for the overall male and female winner along with first palce male and female runners for the following age groups: 14 and under, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59 and 60 plus. Participants are encouraged to dress up, as there will be an award for Best Thanksgiving Costume. All finishers will receive a “Gobbler Goodie,” as well.
Pemberton Historical Park is located at 5561 Plantation Lane in Salisbury. Registration is available at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office (Monday-Friday, 9 a.m.–6 p.m.) and online at www.PembertonPark.org. For more information, contact Allen Swiger at 410-548-4900, ext. 108, or email aswiger@wicomicocounty.org.
