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The TURKEY TWO Miler

By: Joe Philpott, Martinsville-Henry County YMCA

August 14, 2023

Too early to be thinking about Thanksgiving? We think not! Our Turkey Day race is back!

The TURKEY TWO will be run on a new two mile course which circles the Monogram Foods Smith River sports complex and runs on the scenic Dick & Willie Trail along the Smith River. Check out the course here ⇒
TURKEY TWO COURSE MAP.

This event is guaranteed to get your holiday season off on the right foot! Join participants from all over the country who have come home for the holiday. It’s a great way to celebrate the day, plus burn off a few calories to make room for those you are about to consume. Competitive racers, casual runners, walkers all welcome!

Awards will be given for the top three overall male and female finishers. The top three male and females in 5 year age groups beginning with 9 and under will be emailed a downloadable certificate, suitable for framing. All participants will receive a commemorative medal celebrating the event.

Race time is 9:00 AM on Thanksgiving Day. Packet pick-up will be held Wednesday, November 22 from Noon-6:00 p.m. and from 7-8:30 AM on Race Day at the Smith River Sports Complex.

ONLINE REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS MIDNIGHT NOV 20, 2023
PAPER REGISTRATION FORMS MAY BE DOWNLOADED AND COMPLETED FORMS PRESENTED TO YMCA FRONT DESK BY 6 PM ON NOVEMBER 20, 2023.
COMPLETED PAPER FORMS MAY BE SUBMITTED AT RACE SITE FROM 7:30 AM – 8:30 AM ON THANKSGIVING MORNING.

Visit the Miles in Martinsville race page for online registration and INFO on all sponsored events. ⇒
TURKEY TWO REGISTRATION

Fun! Fellowship! Family! Food!