Turkey Trot returns to St. George with aim to collect more than 2,050 pounds in food donations

In this file photo, runners participate in the Turkey Trot, St. George, Utah, date unspecified | Photo courtesy of the city of St. George, St. George News

ST. GEORGE — In 2019, the Harvest Festival and Turkey Trot generated 2,050 pounds of food – a record amount for the event, according to a press release issued by the city. This year, event organizers hope to break that record and put more food in the hands of local families in need.

Turkey Trot participant runs for a cause, St. George, Utah, date unspecified | Photo courtesy city of St. George, St. George News

Aaron Metler, recreation manager for Races and Events at the city of St. George, said in the news release that he’s sure the community can shatter that record.

“Our goal is to break the record this year for the most pounds of food collected. What do you say, St. George?” Metler said. “There are so many things to love about the Harvest Festival and Turkey Trot. The event encompasses the spirit of the holiday with the food drive and fun of the Harvest Festival. Bring the whole family out – whether it is to donate cans, run a race, or eat a pie.”

A family-friendly event that partners with the Utah Food Bank, The Harvest Festival and Turkey Trot is set for Saturday, Nov. 12, at J.C. Snow Park (275 E. 900 S.) at 9:30 a.m. This is a new location for the event, and for the first time, the entire course will take place on a trail with no road closures.

The Turkey Trot also differs from other St. George Races events in that the entry fee involves a food donation. To register for the race – you can choose between distances of 5 km or 1 mile — simply bring at least five cans of food and $5. Children ages 13 and younger are free with five canned goods. Registration for the event can be accessed at this link.

The Harvest Festival portion of the event – consisting of games, dancing, prize drawings and pie-eating contests – takes place after the race at 10:30 a.m. There also will be drawings for frozen turkeys.

“This is the ultimate community event,” Metler said. “Not only can anyone participate but the proceeds from the race go to a great cause. The canned food drive generates thousands of pounds of food every year to help local families during the holiday season.”

More information about the event can be found at this link.

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