Where else can you run with 2,000 of your closest friends, exercise before the biggest meal of the year AND help 1,000 kids at the same time?
This family-friendly Thanksgiving Day event is a great way to support the community. The Wake Forest Boys & Girls Club receives 100% of the proceeds. Over the years, Gobbler’s Run has donated more than $850,000!
The 3.1-mile loop is an easy stroll through downtown and historic Wake Forest. Push your kids or bring your dog – strollers and pets are welcome. Registration is easy. Kids 5 & under are free! You’ll get a race T-shirt and be able to eat more turkey without the guilt!
To register, or for more info, visit www.gobblersrun.com. See you on Turkey Day!
Some information about the club, which is on South Wingate Street behind Wake Forest Elementary Street.
Cat Redd, who organized the first Gobbler’s Run in 2006 and is still involved, said, “The Club does have 1,000 enrolled members but they get an average of 250 kids per day that come through the doors.
“Of course, more space would be good for them but they manage well with what they have. They will be getting a new gym floor soon which has been desperately needed for years. And the Jim Allen Group, Gobbler’s Run presenting sponsor and a HUGE supporter of the Club, just paid to remodel the Club’s library with a different design and new chairs. Every little bit helps.”
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