No Native American costumes at the Long Beach Turkey Trot. It is our policy to treat people with honor, dignity and respect -- regardless of their beliefs, gender, age, race, creed, sexual orientation, special needs and ethnicity. 

3,000+ RUNNERS & WALKERS EXPECTED  at the 14th annual Long Beach Turkey Trot for charity presented by Justin Rudd's nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team, the Grunion Gazette, and Councilwoman Suzie Price's office on Thanksgiving morning, Nov. 24, 2016.

Frequently Asked Questions
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5K/10K START TIMES (run/walk) * 7 a.m. * 8:30 a.m. * 10 a.m. KIDS 1/2-MILE WINGDING * 9:40 a.m. (ages 8-12) * 9:45 a.m. (ages 7 & younger) 2016 RATES * $30 5K/10K, til Sept. 26  (for 7 & 10 a.m. only; no early bird discount for 8:30 a.m. since it sells out) * $35 5K/10K, til Oct. 26 * $38 5K/10K, til Nov. 22 * $40 5K/10K, after Nov. 22 (cash-only Wed. and Thurs.) KIDS 1/2-MILE WINGDING  * $25 til Sept. 26 * $30 til Oct. 26 * $35 til Nov. 22 * $40 after Nov. 22 (cash-only Wed. and Thurs.) NOTE: If you are running the Wingding with your kids, please register and sign the liability waiver for the Wingding and wear your bib. Each registrant will receive a bib and shirt.  The registration s ervice does charge a small service fee if you pay by credit card. Entry fees are ABSOLUTELY nonrefundable and nontransferable.  Rain or shine event.  No dogs, no bikes, no inline skates, no skateboards, no scooters, no Native American costumes. Double strollers only allowed at the 10 a.m. start time. Wheelchairs welcome.  Strollers and those who are walking are asked to start at the back of the pack.

Before Filling Up on Thanksgiving, You Can Run It Off!

THE THANKSGIVING DAY 5K/10K Turkey Trot Run/Walk and Kids 1/2-Mile Wingding will take place at the Granada Boat Launch Ramp, 1 Granada Ave., 90803 in Belmont Shore. Packet pickup the Wednesday before Thanksgiving from 3:30-6:30 p.m. at the start/finish line or 30 minutes before your race begins.  MAP

Which food banks will receive the non-perishable food items that are collected when you arrive? AIDS Food Store is the designated food bank for this year's Turkey Trot. 

There is beachfront parking on Wed. (Granada Ave. lot during packet pickup from 3:30-6:30 p.m.; bring quarters to feed meters) and again on Thursday (beachfront lots are not free this year). Please bring two non-perishables on Wed. and again Thursday for the food bank.  Please pay the meters.

The most popular food bank items are:
* Peanut butter 
* Breakfast cereal
* Macaroni and cheese
* Canned fruit 
* Cream of Wheat 
* Canned tuna 

Other items might include, soup, canned vegetables or canned fruit, jelly, crackers, applesauce, instant potatoes, rice, canned yams, boxed stuffing, pudding, cereal, baby food, shampoo, conditioner, disposable baby diapers, ravioli, cookies, cranberry sauce. This year the food bank is the  AIDS Food Store of Long Beach (twice monthly distribution). 

VOLUNTEERING

Can I help on Wed. or Thurs.?
Yes, we depend on approx. 150 volunteers to make the event a success.  We need help Wed. from 2:30-7 p.m., and on Thursday from 5:30 a.m.-noon.   CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER


DAY OF REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

What is the start line/packet pickup address?
click: 1 Granada Ave. Enter at 1 Granada Ave., 90803.

Is there a way to "check-in" to Facebook on my smart phone when I arrive? 
Yes. When you arrive, go to  facebook.com/LongBeachTurkeyTrot

Where can I register for the race on race day? 
Register at 1 Granada Ave. on the boat launch ramp from 6:15 to 10 a.m.  Be registered at least 30 minutes before your start time begins. 

Where do I register for the Kids' ½-Mile Wingding on race day?
You can register your child at the main registration area at 1 Granada Ave.  Details below.

I have a registration problem.
Go to the volunteers/help desk table in the registration area. 

Where do I get my bib and shirt? 
Packet pickup is Wed. from 3:30-6:30 p.m. or Thurs. from 6:15-10 a.m. -- at least 30 minutes before your start time. We cannot guarantee shirts to anyone who has not been to packet pickup at least 30 minutes before their start time, or for anyone who registers on (or the day before) Thanksgiving. We cannot guarantee a Trot shirt for late registrants or late check-ins. 

Will we be able to check our belongings? 
No.

What if it rains?
This is a rain or shine event. 


RACE COURSE

How many water stations will be on the course? 
Water stations are just before the 5K and 10K turnarounds.  And, plentiful water at the finish line's refreshments area.

Where can I see a map of the course? The entire course is on the beach path.  MAP

If it is cold or raining will there be a place to put my belongings? 
Not this year. Please leave belongings in your car.

Why do you not have timing?
We've decided to not hire a professional timing company for this race so that we can give that thousands more to charity. And, from past experience with our races, more than 85% of our athletes do not stay for the awards ceremony or wait to get their winning certificate. They want to race home to their families and feasts! There will be no age categories or online posting of race times. This is a no-frills Thanksgiving charity fun run. 

Do you have a race clock?
Yes.  We do two large digital race clock on the finish line so you can see your time.  The race clock restarts when each new race starts at 7, 8:30, and 10 a.m. 

Am I cool?
Yes, very. You are hot to trot!

Can I wear a costume?
Yes, we love costumed runners and walkers, but  do not dress in Native American costumes at the Turkey Trot. 
No Native American costumes at the Long Beach Turkey Trot. It is our policy to treat people with honor, dignity and respect -- regardless of their beliefs, gender, age, race, creed, sexual orientation, special needs and ethnicity. 

Can I walk the whole thing?
Yes, we welcome walking.  If you walk slower than a 15-minute mile, please register for a 5K.

When does the finish line and refreshments area close?  
We close up at 11:15 a.m. so volunteers can go home to their families.  If you do the 10 a.m. start time, make sure you can complete the event within 95 minutes.  If not, please select another start time.


PACKET PICK-UP 

When/Where will the packet pick-up be? 
At the boat launch ramp at 1 Granada Ave., 90803.  Wed. from 3:30-6:30 p.m. or Thanksgiving Day from 6:15-10 a.m., but arrive at least 30 minutes before your start time. Bring a few dollars, mac n cheese, breakfast cereal, canned fruit, or peanut butter (food for the AIDS Food Store; or cash for CAT). Street parking is free.  And,  NOTE: Meters on Second Street are free on holidays.

Can I pick-up a bib and/or T-shirt for someone else? 
Yes, bring a note from that person that includes their full name, shirt size, start time. Give the note to the volunteer handing out bibs.

Can I register during the packet pickup?
Yes, we'll have entry forms at the packet pickup.  All races, including Kids' Wingding, that are not SOLD OUT will be $40 ($50 for the sold-out 8:30 a.m. start), cash-only/exact change at packet pickup and on race day. There are some "charity" spots available for SOLD OUT start times at $50 each.

Why should I pick my stuff up the day before Thanksgiving instead of the day of the race? 
You will avoid the rush, hassle and worry of race morning bib/shirt pickup, and you'll get to see the parking lots and start/finish line.  When you get your bib and shirt on the day before Thanksgiving, you simply put on your bib and go straight to the start line.  

Is parking free during packet pickup? 
No.  Beachfront parking lots are patrolled every day, including holidays, from 8 a.m. til 6 p.m.  NOTE: Meters on Second Street are free on holidays.

REGISTRATION QUESTIONS

What is my bib number? 
We'll help you locate your bib that will show your number when you arrive to packet pickup. Bibs will include your start time and distance you registered for.

Can we register as a group? 
Yes. Every person needs to sign a liability waiver during the registration process.

Can I run more than one of the start times/races without registering? 
No. You must register for each start time.  Pay regular price for the first one, and just $10 for each add'l start time (at packet pickup).  You will receive just one shirt/bib.

Do I have to register my child for the 5K/10K?
Yes, every participant (regardless of age; even those in strollers) should be registered for the race because of our insurance and liability regulations. Registering kids in strollers helps us with our fundraising, too. And, then your kid in the stroller will get their own personalized race bib. Babies in strollers can be registered for a lower rate using the 1/2-Mile Wingding registration.

WHAT IS THE EVENT ADDRESS?
1 Granada Ave., across the parking lot from the Belmont Pool, enter the parking lot at 1 Granada Ave., 90803. You can also park at the Belmont Pier parking lot, Claremont parking lot, or La Verne parking lot, or on 2nd Street and walk/jog to the start line.

When does the parking lot open?
We encourage you to arrive after 6:15 a.m. on race day. Parking begins after 6 a.m.

Where does the race start? 
The start line is on the boat launch ramp at 1 Granada Ave. The parking lot will close once it become full, and will re-open as spaces become available.

Where is the best place to park on race day? 
Beachfront parking lots are at Granada Ave., Claremont Ave., La Verne Ave., and at the Belmont Pier. See parking lots  on this map.  NOTE: Meters on Second Street are free on holidays.

How early should I get to the starting line on race day? 
We suggest being there at least 10 minutes before your start time.  We expect 1,000 to 1,800 runners/walkers at each start time.

Where can spectators watch the race? 
Spectators can watch from anywhere along the course. Many enjoy lining up behind the start/finish line chute.
 

WHAT'S ALLOWED IN THE RACE

Are baby strollers allowed in the race? 
Single strollers (with babies also registered) are allowed at all start times, but we prefer they do the 10 a.m. Double strollers are NOT allowed at the 7 or 8:30 a.m. start times. Please also let faster runners pass while you are on the course. Babies in strollers can be registered for a lower rate using the 1/2-Mile Wingding registration. Our insurance and liability policies require a paid registration for every person on our race course, even babies. 

Can my dog run with me? 
No, we do not allow dogs on our course. It's the law and not part of our event's permit.

Are bikes, roller blades, scooters, skateboards, wagons or pets allowed on the course? 
No, for safety and liability reasons, we do not allow them on our race course. Wheelchairs are allowed for those that need them. No Native American costumes.

Can I listen to headphones while participating? 
We don't recommend them.  We want you alert to what is going on around you.  And, you won't be able to hear all the gobble-gobbles!

Can I wear a costume? 
Yes, but no Native American costumes at the Long Beach Turkey Trot. It  is our policy to treat people with honor, dignity and respect -- regardless of their beliefs, gender, age, race, creed, sexual orientation, special needs and ethnicity. 


RACE RESULTS

Where and when will the race results be posted? 
This is a fun run, no-frills fundraising event for charity, with no timing and no race results.  The charity makes a lot more money that way, without hiring a timing company.

VOLUNTEERS

Where is Volunteer Check-In? 
Ask for the volunteer captain at the volunteer/help desk at the registration area.  The area is located on the boat launch ramp at 1 Granada Ave.

How do I get my volunteer slip signed for school?
Please get it signed by the volunteer captain at the volunteer/help desk at the registration area.


KIDS ½-MILE WINGDING

What are the age divisions for the Kids' Run? 
* ages 7 & younger
* ages 8-12
 

REFRESHMENTS

Post run goodies for the kids will include Honey Stinger snacks. Fruit and water will also be provided.

When and where does the Kids Wingding take place? 
9:40 a.m. start for ages 8-12, followed by the 9:45 a.m. start for ages 7 and younger. Parents are welcome to run alongside their child (only if they are registered and wear their own bib). The top boy and girl at each of the two start times will receive a small prize at the finish line.

If my child registers for the 5K/10K race, can they still run in the Kids ½-Mile Wingding? 
No, each child must register and have a Kids' ½-Mile Winding bib to participate in the Kids' ½-Mile Wingding.

Can I run with my child? 
Parents may run with their children, but must also register for the Kids ½-Mile Wingding and must also wear the 1/2-Mile Wingding bib.

I've lost my child what do I do? 
Go to the volunteer/help desk booth in the registration area. We can make an annoucement. 

SHIRTS & BIBS

When/where do we pick up our official Long Beach Turkey Trot shirts and bibs?
Go to the registration area on the boat launch ramp at 1 Granada Ave., at the end of the parking lot, just east of the Belmont Pool on the day before Thanksgiving from 3:30-6:30 p.m., or on race morning after 6:15 a.m.  Shirts must be picked up at least 30 minutes before your race begins.  We do not mail shirts.

Do the race shirts come in women's and men's sizes? 
Yes, women will be given women's styled shirts.  About 60% of the adult shirts will be styled for women.  The youth sizes and adult 2XL and adult 3XL are unisex. NOTE: The shirts are white.

What sizes of shirts are available?
Sizes YS, YM, YL, S, M, L, XL, 2XL and 3XL (example: YS = youth small, S = adult small)

Do you have long-sleeve shirts?
Yes, you can upgrade to a long-sleeve shirt for just $10/cash, if/while supplies are available.  

MISCELLANEOUS

Where are the restrooms? 
Restrooms are located at the start/finish area at 1 Granada Ave. Also, there are public restrooms and water fountains approx. every mile along the beach path and on the Belmont Pier.  

Are there lockers?
No.

Do I have to pay for parking? 
Yes.

I've lost someone (child, parent, friend) what do I do? 
There will be a "volunteer/help desk" table/booth setup near the registration area/start line. Go there to let the volunteer captain there know.

Will there be refreshments ?
There will be some refreshments for registrants wearing bibs after their race that is expected to include water, bananas, and oranges. Oranges and bananas at the finish line provided by the Long Beach Gelson's Market.
 

What if I need medical help at the end of the race? 
The medical tent will be located just past the finish line. Dr. Lisa from Day Wellness will be in charge here. There will be a first aid kit. Call 9-1-1 for an emergency.
 

Will there be medical help on the race course? 
If you need help along the course, please contact a volunteer at the 5K or 10K turnaround station.  Always call 9-1-1 for an emergency.  

FREE HOLIDAY PIES

Can I have one of the 500+ FREE HOLIDAY PIES you are given out at the finish line? 
Basically, every 9th person will get a pumpkin or apple pie from one of the Miss Long Beach or Miss Southern California Cities titleholders as he/she crosses the finish line. No need to ask for one -- they have a secret distribution method that is strictly adhered to. 

Why do you give out pies?
Frankly, we all like to eat pie! In the Greek games, a judge would stand at the finish line holding, in plain sight, the laurel leaves that would be awarded to the winner. As runners made their way down the final stretch, they were worn out, exhausted, tired, and feeling as though they couldn't go another step. But suddenly there was the prize in clear view, and a new burst of energy would kick in. 

GOT ANOTHER QUESTION OR SUGGESTION?
E-mail the race director at  Justin@JustinRudd.com.

PRIZES 
We WILL award a prize, a pie, and a blue ribbon to the overall man and woman in the 5K and 10K for all three start times. And, each 2nd and 3rd place will receive a ribbon and holiday pie.
 

PLEASE CARPOOL OR WALK TO THE START LINE
We encourage locals to walk, take the bus or ride bikes. We'll have lots of available bike racks. Long Beach Transit uses a "Sunday" schedule on Thanksgiving Day.

FREE STUFF!
Awesome T-shirts to all runners and walkers (not guaranteed to late registrants). And, 500 holiday pies to random finishers, thanks to the Miss Long Beach Pageant! Oranges and bananas at the finish line provided by the Long Beach Gelson's Market.

1/2-MILE, 5K & 10K COURSES
The Start & Finish lines are beachfront at 1 Granada Ave. in the Belmont Shore area of Long Beach, just east of the Belmont Pool. The flat "out-and-back" course, which heads toward the Queen Mary and downtown Long Beach, is along the very flat, scenic beach path. The turn-around for the 5K course is near the Junipero Ave. parking lot. The turn-around for the 10K course is near Shoreline Village at Gangway V, just past the Shoreline Yacht Club.  COURSE MAP

YOU CAN: DO 2 OR 3 RACES  
Yes, it's possible to run at 7, 8:30 AND 10. It's just regular price for the first start time, and $10 for each additional start time.  Pay with cash or check at packet pickup.

SPONSORS
Justin Rudd and his  501c3 nonprofit Community Action Team (CAT);  Councilman Suzie Price's office; Grunion Gazette.