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  • Turkey Run 2019
  • Saturday • October 12, 2024
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Run, walk or hike the Montane Blue Loop for the 6th Annual Turkey Trot hosted by Elk Valley Dolphins Swim Club. 

COURSE INFO

Start: Montane Trailhead & Parking Lot
Time: Anytime from 8 am to 1 pm at the Montane Trailhead
There will be volunteers on site to take your name and donation and record your start and finish time. Start when you want - no pressure - this is a FUN RUN! Dogs welcome. Must be on leash or under control at all times. 

The Montane Blue Trail starts at the new trailhead. Parking is available at the Trailhead Carpark. Check out the full description of the loop on Strava. The route will be clearly marked and flagged on the day!

Set on the picturesque Montane Blue Trail, this 10km route promises both a scenic adventure and a spirited challenge for participants of all levels. Whether you’re a competitive runner or a casual walker, this fantastic event is designed for everyone to enjoy.

REGISTRATION & ENTRY

This event is designated 'entry by donation. Please send donations either to [email protected] and the EVDSC will send in all donations collected (make a note "Turkey Trot" in the description) OR make a cash donation on the day of the event OR donate directly ONLINE at  Michael Moore's fundraising site. 

For 2024, The EVDSC has chosen to support a cause that was dear to the heart of a member of our Masters swim program, Abi Moore who's life was tragically taken in a car accident this year. Abi's husband Michael Moore will be running in the 2025 TCS London Marathon and to honour his wife he will be raising money to help fight Alzheimer's Research UK; an organization Abi was a member of.

PRIZE CATEGORIES

  • Fastest Overall / Fastest M/F / Fastest Teen M/F / Fastest Youth M/F (10 & U)
  • Best Dressed: Dress to impress!
  • Lucky Door Prize

And you might even win a turkey! All participants will be entered in the door prize draw donated by Eldho's Independent Grocer & The Taphouse.

This is a community event hosted by the Elk Valley Dolphin Swim Club. Thank-you for supporting our over 200 athletes, we value the opportunity for our athletes give back to the community!

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