Annual Tall Trees Turkey Trot To Go Virtual This Thanksgiving

GLENVIEW, IL — For almost a quarter-century, the Tall Trees Turkey Trot has been one of the most popular events on the calendar in Glenview. This year, due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 5K run/walk will be held virtually.

Organizers are encouraging participation as in years past. Though participants won't be running or walking together, they can still be together in spirit for the 24th annual Turkey Trot. Runners and walkers can choose their own location on Thanksgiving this time around.

All proceeds from t-shirt sales and donations will benefit Youth Services of Glenview/Northbrook. The agency was founded in 1972 in Glenview and in 1974 in Northbrook as the community’s response to the needs of children. They merged in 1992. Since that time, Youth Services has grown to offer programs focused on early intervention, intervention, and crisis response.

The registration deadline for receiving a t-shirt is Sunday. The $25 entry fee includes the special edition t-shirt. T-shirt pick-up will be only at Blended, 950 Harlem Ave., Glenview from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Nov. 24 and 25, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Nov. 28. Choose your T-shirt size carefully as organizers will not be able to exchange sizes.

Photos and times can be uploaded virtually, but no medals will be rewarded this year. Check out www.talltreesturkeytrot2020.com for more information.