Read Feed Run Turkey Trot

Now, in our 19th year, the goal is the same as always – support the Literacy Volunteers of Morris County as they teach residents to READ, help the Interfaith Food Pantry Network as they FEED residents in need, and keep each one of us fit with our annual holiday RUN. 

 

SCHEDULE

Thanksgiving Morning, 11/27/2025

• 7:00 a.m. Packet Pick-up & On-Site Registration

• 8:30 a.m. 5K Run

• 8:45 a.m. 1 Mile Fun Walk/Run (approx. start time)

• 9:15 a.m. Kids’ Trot (12 & under)

• 9:30 a.m. Awards Ceremony

 

 

anksgiving morning event features a 5K Run, 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk, and the Kids Trot for trotters 12 & under. 

What is the READ FEED RUN Turkey Trot? Now in its 19th year, our goal is the same as always – to support the Literacy Volunteers of Morris County as they teach residents to READ, help the Interfaith Food Pantry Network as they FEED residents in need, and keep each one of us fit with our annual holiday RUN.  Our race is on Thanksgiving Day, rain, or shine.

 

How can I register to run?  You can register on-line here through race morning, click sign-up and follow the directions. To guarantee your tech tee size, please sign-up by xxxx! 

 

Can I register on Race Day? Yes, you can register online or in person on race day starting at 7:00 am. Shirts may be available and only while supplies last. To guarantee receipt of a tech tee, you must register by 11/13/25! 

 

What does it cost? Turkey Trotter - $35, Turkey Trotter with USATF NJ Member Discount - $32 (online only), 1 Mile Fun Run - $30​, Kids Trot - $10 (through Sunday 11/23/25)

Event week pricing is +$5 for 5K and 1M (beginning on Monday 11/24/25)

 

Where is the event? Our event site is at Ginty Field in Morris Twp. For GPS Coordinates, use 45 Woodland Avenue, Morris Township 07960. Click here for map. 

 

What amenities are provided?    Our popular tech tees are guaranteed to the first 2,000 registrations and sizes are guaranteed if registered by 11/13/25.  3 event distances to choose from.  We will have water and snacks available post-race.   There will also be port-a-loos available on Ginty Field.  

 

Is the 5K race course USATF Certified? Yes, our course is certified, USATF-NJ members can get a discount, and we are a USATF-NJ 500 point Grand Prix race.

 

What is the route? See map below or click here to view on MapMyRun.com. 

 

Where to find things on and around Ginty Field:

• Registration - on Ginty Field, starting at 7:00
• 5K Start –  Fanok Road.  At 8:15, runners will be called to start by pace 
• 5K Finish – Dwyer Lane by the Fire Department 
• 1M Start/Finish – Corner of Dwyer Lane and Fanok Road 
• Kids Trot – on Ginty Lawn - (line up at 9:05) 
• Medical – Police parking lot (event site) & Loantaka parking lot on Woodland (5k course)  
• Info/Lost and Found  –  Gazebo on Ginty Field 
• Volunteers Sign In – Gazebo on Ginty Field 
• Refreshments –  Water, bananas and snacks will be available on Dwyer Lane
• Potties -  Available in the parking lot across from Police HQ accessed from Woodland Ave. and Dwyer Lane
• Awards – at DJ sound booth

 

Where can I park? As parking is limited, we highly recommend carpooling or if you live locally consider walking or jogging to the field as a warm-up. Parking may be available at the Municipal Lot on Woodland Ave. across from Ginty Field, near the Woodland Elementary School, and Ginty Pool accessible from South St.

 

What if I can’t run a whole 5K? We have an option of a 1 Mile Course that you can walk or run or the Kids Trot which includes short sprints on Ginty Field that vary by age - a separate race for each. The oldest kids run up to 150 meters while the 2 year olds run about 25 meters. 

 

Can I bring the family? Yes, this is a fun event for the whole family.   Kids 12 & under can participate in our special Kids Trot on Ginty Field at 9:15 am.   Kids can also run/walk the 1 Mile or 5K course.  For safety reasons, strollers/baby joggers are no longer allowed on the 5K course. They are allowed on the 1M course but you will be asked to begin the race behind all other race participants. Please note that there is a one-hour cutoff for race completion per town regulations.

 

What is the schedule for the day? 

• 7:00 a.m. -  Check in begins on Ginty Field
• 8:15 a.m. – Call to 5K Start by Pace (corner of Fanok and Dwyer)
  • Wait until you hear your "per mile" pace announced to approach the start line.
• 8:30 a.m. – 5K Start
• 8:40 a.m. – Call to 1M Start (corner of Fanok and Dwyer)
  • The 1M shares the beginning of the 5K course and will begin once the road is clear of all 5K runners.
• 8:45 a.m. – 1M Start (approx.)
• 9:05 a.m. – Call to Kids Trot on Ginty Field
  • Kids 12 & Under line-up next to the sign showing their age on Ginty Field and each age races separately.
• 9:15 a.m. – Kids Trots begin
• 9:30 a.m. – 5K Awards at DJ sound booth

 

Are there 5K awards? 

Top 3 men, women, and non-binary overall 

Top 3 m/f/n in age categories: 14 & under, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34... (5-year groups through…), 90+ 

*Ribbons to 1 Milers and Kids Trotters

PLEASE NOTE: Awards are given based on “clock/race time” not “chip time”. This 5K features a start line timing mat which captures when you personally cross the start line. Although 5K awards are based on "clock/race time" or the official start sound, you will be provided with a "chip time" meaning the elapsed time between when you cross the start line and finish line.

CLOCK/RACE time vs. CHIP time Explained

Clock/Race Time: The amount of time it takes a runner to finish the race from the moment of the official start sound and the start of the race clock.
Chip time: The actual amount of time it takes a runner to go from the starting line of a race to the finish line (net time).
As you cross the timing mat at the starting line, a scoring chip (on your bib #) registers that you've started the race. As you cross the finish line, the chip registers that you've finished the race. The amount of time that it takes you to reach the starting line after the official start sound is not included in your Chip time.
Finish Line & Mile Clocks: Clock/Race time is displayed.
Awards: Overall and age group places are determined by Clock/Race time. Chip time is provided as a courtesy. 

 

What if I want to do more? We would love to have your support!   You can sponsor the race, create a fundraising page on our website that you can share on social media with your friends and family, or volunteer on event day.   

 

Facebook and Instagram​: Please tag us in all of your posts, like and follow us on Facebook and Instagram and use our “@” handle to correctly link your posts to our Facebook/Instagram pages.

Sample Post -Register now for Read Feed Run Turkey Trot. Join us on November 28th at Ginty Field to join a race dedicated to helping fight hunger and promote literacy in Morris County. This run/walk features a 5K on Thanksgiving Day. All participants registered by November 12 will receive a 2024 Turkey Trot tech t-shirt.

Facebook

URL:​https://www.facebook.com/readfeedrun

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Interfaith Food Pantry Handle: @interfaithfood

Literacy Volunteers of Morris County Handle: @LiteracyMorris

Instagram

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Interfaith Food Pantry Handle: @interfaithfoodpantry

Literacy Volunteers of Morris County Handle: @litvolmorris

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Health and safety is our priority so please stay home if you are not feeling well on race day, or if you have recently been in close contact with anyone who is ill.  

In case of a medical emergency, the Minute Men ambulance will be available on site during the race.   

Masks: Masks are not required,  but you may feel more comfortable carrying one with you should you encounter a congested area. 

Social Distancing: Please respect the space of other attendees especially when waiting on check-in or bathroom lines. 

Hand Sanitizer: We will have sanitizer located throughout the event site.

Water: There will be cups of water at the water stations, and by the DJ before the race and on the refreshment table after the race. We encourage you to bring a hydration pack or favorite water bottle to alleviate any congestion near the water station(s) and to reduce our environmental impact.  Water coolers will be available for you to fill your water bottle.  

Start Lines: If you prefer a more socially distanced start, we recommend that you wait until the final pace group (13+minutes per mile) is called to the start line and follow the last runners towards the start line. For the 1M, please spread out as your comfort level dictates and start within the first 5 minutes of the official start as there is no recorded timing or scoring for the 1M. For safety reasons, we strongly discourage the use of baby joggers and strollers on the race course. If you choose to use them, you will be asked to begin the race behind all the other race participants. Please note that there is a one-hour cutoff for the race completion per town regulations.  

Personal Possessions: Please do not leave your personal possessions, such as jackets, bags or tee shirts by the Police Station or on the course.   This area must remain clear.

On event morning, by entering our event site in any capacity, you are confirming your acceptance and agreement to the following:

• I have not been in close or sustained contact with anyone who was sick within the past 14 days.
• I understand the risks and possibility of contracting covid-19 or any other virus at an in-person gathering.
• I take personal responsibility for that risk to my own health and safety.

1 Mile Fun Run & Walk: Turkey Tee

5K Turkey Trot: Turkey Tee

Kids Trot (12 & Under): Turkey Tee