MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR

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2011 Turkey Trot Results

Welcome to the 64th running of the Troy Turkey Trot!! Troy’s premier road running race and one of the oldest in the Capital Region will again take place this Thanksgiving November 24th. From its humble beginnings in 1916 with only six runners entered, the Troy Turkey Trot has grown into one of the largest road races in upstate New York. Approximately 6,000 are expected to take part in the five Turkey Trot events.

There are four race day events – the most popular are the 5k and 10k which are great for everyone, from the fitness enthusiast to the weekend warrior. If running and exercise are something that you want to do but are working up the motivation to start, the Open Walk is the perfect opportunity to tie on your sneakers and take a mile walk. There’s also the opportunity to reinforce the message of healthy activities for kids with the Grade School Mile for kids in 8th grade and younger.

Running isn’t the only way to participate. We can always use volunteers to help with various day-of-race activities. If you’re interested, please contact my office at 279-7130.

Once again this year, the Troy Turkey Trot race day operations will be located in the Troy Atrium. The large number of Trot participants and spectators will be able to begin their day there before heading outside to run or cheer on family and friends. Keep checking this page for updated information on the race course and packet pick up.

Large crowds are again anticipated for this year’s Trot so participants are encouraged to register for their event of choice early by clicking on the “Register Online” icon below. Online registration will close on Wednesday November 23rd at 12 PM.

Whether you’re running or cheering, I encourage you to come and take part in one of the region’s oldest Thanksgiving traditions. Bring your family and friends, your running shoes or cheering voice to historic downtown Troy and take part in one of our premier annual events!

Happy Holidays and Enjoy Troy!

Harry J.Tutunjian
Mayor of Troy, NY

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EVENT STARTING TIMES

Do to the very high volume of runners trying to reach the race site from surrounding communities a space in the days’ schedule from 8:20 a.m. to 9:20 a.m. will be set aside to allow participants to arrive at the race venue. No events will be held during this one-hour time period to allow traffic to flow more smoothly into the city. The new event starting times are as follows:

7:45 a.m.………….. Turkey Walk

9:15 a.m.………….. 1 Mile

9:45 a.m.………….. 5K

11:00 a.m.………… 10K

NO DAY OF RACE REGISTRATION

Many runner friendly changes have been made in recent years to make it easier for runners to register for the Trot including: mailing entries forms directly to runners, the ability to download entry forms, and direct on-line entry from one’s home computer. All these new ways to register for the trot has brought about the decision by race organizers to eliminate day of race registration. Registration will be available in person up to 12 Noon the day before Thanksgiving at Troy City Hall 1776 Sixth Avenue in downtown Troy. All participants are encouraged to register early. Online registration will close on Wednesday, November 23rd at 12p.m. EST.

DISPOSABLE TIMING STRIP

The timing chip worn by runners for the last several years (that had to be returned at the completion of each race) will be replaced this year by a disposable timing strip that is attached between the tongue and laces of the running shoe.

COURSE CHANGE

The starting line for all races will be moved to 4th and Museum Place to allow much more room for runners to line up for the start of each race.

* For safety reasons headphones, dogs or baby strollers are not allowed.

ONLINE REGISTRATION Entry forms should be completed online no later then 12:00pm EST on Wednesday, November 23rd. Click on the button below to register or follow this link: https://register.myraceresult.com/register/?event=6435 ___________________________________________________________________ DOWNLOAD FORMS Turkey "Trot" Entry Form (pdf) Turkey "Walk" Entry Form (pdf) MAIL OR DROPOFF FORMS Entry forms can be picked up and/or dropped off at Troy City Hall in the Comptroller’s Office located at 1776 Sixth Avenue. For directions to the facility you may call (518) 279-7130. You may also mail fees with entry form to: 2011 Troy Turkey Trot Comptroller’s Office 1776 Sixth Avenue Troy, New York 12180 Make Checks or Money Order payable to: City of Troy, NY All mail entry forms must be postmarked no later than Saturday, November 19th NO REFUNDS ALLOWED. ___________________________________________________________________ PACKET PICKUP Pre-race pickup Opens Saturday November 19th in the Troy Atrium at 49 Fourth Street. Registrants will be able to pick up their bibs, tee shirts, and race packets from 9 AM thru 5:30 PM and then again Monday November 21st, Tuesday November 22nd, and Wednesday November 23rd from 9 AM thru 8:30 PM. Race packet pick up will be closed on Sunday November 20th. Day of race pickup The packets can be picked up on Thursday, November 25th between 7:30am and 10:30am at the Troy Atrium (2nd Floor) in downtown Troy (4th Street between Federal Street and Broadway)

10K OPEN IS HOST TO USATF ADIRONDACK CHAMPIONSHIP

The Troy Turkey Trot 10k will be host to the Adirondack Association open men's and women's 10k road race championships. Adirondack membership is required for championship awards. Separate USATF Adirondack Association awards will be awarded to the top individual male and female athletes and to the top club team athletes.

USA Track & Field is the national governing body for long distance running, track and field, and race walking in the United States. USATF encompasses the world's oldest organized sports, the number one high school and junior high participatory sports and more than fifty million adult runners in the US. USATF is a volunteer driven not-for-profit organization whose mission is to provide vision and leadership and promote the pursuit of excellence from youth to masters in the sport of track and field and road racing.

The Adirondack Association of USATF serves the eastern portion of upstate New York and is comprised of over 1,500 individual members and 30 member clubs.

For a complete breakdown of awards, visit the Adirondack Association web site at www.usatfadir.org.

T-SHIRTS

Official Turkey Trot T-shirts will go on sale for $15 Thanksgiving morning starting at 7:30a.m. pending availability of shirts. Sold on a first come first served basis. All proceeds go to benefit charity.

TROY TURKEY TROT'S OFFICIAL CHARITY
Regional Food Bank of Northeastern New York

On this Thanksgiving Day Holiday when we take time to give thanks for our family, our health, our friends and all the material blessings that we have we hope that you will remember those less fortunate and consider making a “Donation of Thanks” to this very worthwhile cause. Donation not required to participate but your generosity is appreciated!

Donations can be made on your entry form or click her to donate now.