Turkey Trot 4K

Turkey Trot 4K

Presented by Canyon Track Club, this event revives the Turkey Trot legacy in the Treasure Valley as a tribute to the Boise Striders. Participants are encouraged to wear Thanksgiving garb or athletic wear to set personal records. Refreshments like bagels and hot chocolate will be provided, along with a pair of Turkey Trot socks, continuing a tradition from the Boise Striders event.

Canyon Track Club is a Not-For-Profit organization dedicated to benefiting Youth Athletes. Registration is non-refundable and non-transferable. Dogs and pets are not permitted at the Vallivue Athletic Complex.

The club promotes physical fitness for all ages through running and walking, with a special focus on encouraging children and youth.

Event Options:

• Solo 4K: For individual runners and walkers.
• Team 4K: Consists of 4 team members tethered for the first 2K, then running the final 2K independently. Team scores are based on the places of all four members.

Course Information:

The 4K course is approximately 2.49 miles, primarily on a soft grass surface. The start line is behind the press box. The course winds around the athletic complex, through outfield areas of softball fields, and onto the track, with teams dropping their tether at the 2K mark before completing the second lap to finish on the track.

Packet Pickup & Race Start:

• Packet Pickup: Saturday, November 22nd, starting at 8:15 AM near the start line.
• Race Run/Walk Start: Saturday, November 22nd, at 9:00 AM MT.

Fundraising Efforts:

Proceeds support youth athletes for Junior Olympics, Nike Northwest XC, CHAMPS Western Regional XC, and Simplot Games indoor winter track events.

Canyon Track Club:

Founded in 2005, Canyon Track Club aims to promote a positive environment for athletes of all ages to compete, grow in physical abilities, and build confidence. Coaches offer their time and expertise in various track and field disciplines, encouraging running as a lifestyle habit.