Phoenicia Turkey Trot to benefit Shandaken Food Pantry
Phoenicia, New York is hosting the Second Annual Phoenicia Turkey Trot, Saturday, November 24th, 9:00 a.m. The 2 mile run/walk will benefit the Shandaken Food Pantry, which was founded in the 1980s and feeds 35 local families each week. The race will wind through scenic Phoenicia. A free Tot Trot for kids five and under will precede the main race at 8:45 a.m. Last year’s inaugural event boasted 300 runners.
The run is open to the entire community, elite and novice runners alike. Kick off this family fun event benefiting this worthy cause, and while you are at it, work off your Thanksgiving feast.
Registration is $10 for individuals or $20 per family. Groups are encouraged to run as well. Prizes will be awarded to the fastest female and male racers; and a special cash prize will be given to the team with the most runners.
Registration and sign in begins at 8:00am - 8:45am at the Parish Hall, Main Street, Phoenicia (across the street from St Francis de Sales Church). We would additionally welcome a donation of a non-perishable food item for the Food Pantry.
To pre-register, visit www.runreg.com (search Phoenicia Turkey Trot) or contact Heather (845) 688-7064 or Patti (845) 254-4126 or via email at hrobertspt@gmail.com Registration forms are also available in Phoenicia at the Phoenicia Library and the Phoenicia Supermarket, Ave Maria Drive; Tender Land Home, Mama’s Boy Market and the Nest Egg, Main Street.
