St. James Turkey Trot

This is a brand new event in St. James!  A family fun 5K Turkey Trot to be held on Thanksgiving morning. Registration fee of $30 includes participation in 5K, official Turkey Trot tee Shirt, participation in contests and events and Mimosas and Muffins at the finish line.  Opening Ceremonies to begin at 8:15 AM and race to kickoff at 8:30 AM.  This is not a timed race, just an opportunity for families to start their Thanksgiving morning off right with a 3 mile walk or run followed up by lot of fun events for the whole family.  There will be several raffle prizes given out all morning.  Pie Walk contests for your pick of  pies and other baked goods.  Hula Hoop contests and Pin the Feather on the Turkey for the kids and a Thanksgiving Themed Costume Contest with 3 categorie.  One for kids under 12, one for groups / families and one for the most creative. Because we want the whole family to come, If you register 4 or more participants at the same time, your registration fee will be reduced to $25 per person.  Donate an extra $20 to the American Cancer Society before November 5th and you will be entered into a raffle for a Turkey Dinner with all the fixings from Troon.  Registration is online at

 https://runsignup.com/race/nc/southport/stjamesturkeytrot

 or you can pick up paper registration forms at Members Club and Signature Wellness Club.  The proceeds from this event will benefit the St. James Relay for Life Team and the American Cancer Society.  If you have any questions. please contact Liz Knapp at lizknapp63@gmail.com.