Turkey Trot Helps Raise Money for OUSD Schools

 What is fast becoming an annual tradition, the O’Side Turkey Trot will take place on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26.  The community event is a way to promote health and fitness in youth, and to provide financial support to local schools. 

All Turkey Trot runners can designate an OUSD school to receive a $5 donation for each entry fee. As the number of runners registered for the race increases, so does the financial potential for Oceanside schools.  One hundred runners can help earn $500 for one school site.

 Medals will be awarded to each participant that finishes the race, while all runners 17 years of age and under will receive a “Move Your Feet Before You Eat” backpack.  The race will include a costume contest, with runners encouraged to come dressed in outfits reflective of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. 

 The Open 5K run/walk begins at 7 a.m., with the “locals only” 5K slated for 8:15 a.m.  Children 12 years of age and under can take part in a 1 mile race starting at 9:30 a.m.

 To register online, go to www.osideturkeytrot.com, or for more event information, please call 760-434-7706.