Oakland Turkey Trot
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The Oakland Turkey Trot is run on the classic flat & fast 5k course around Lake Merritt in Oakland, CA. Are you able to run in the 19 minute range? You'll have a shot at the top ten! Participants score a gender specific Oaklandish Shirt and great medals for adults and kids. The A's mascot Stomper comes out to run with the kids!
We're a passionate group of Oakland residents with a mission to raise impactful funds for the Alameda County Community Food Bank and Oakland's Public Schools. We’ve partnered with the City of Oakland, the mayor and local corporate sponsors and friends to bring you an authentic local experience that is fun, inclusive and promotes healthy living in our community.
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