Turkey Trots are as much of a Thanksgiving tradition as turkey, but where did the tradition come from?
In 1896, six runners made their way down a small, dirt road in Buffalo, completing what was the first Thanksgiving Turkey Trot. More than century later, it is a country-wide phenomenon. Here are four Suffolk Country 2018 Trot Spots :
Nissequogue River State Park Foundation 1k Turkey Trot and 5k Run for the Park
When:
Thu. 11/22 9 a.m.
Where:
Nissequogue River State Park
799 Saint Johnland Rd.
Kings Park , NY 11754-1102
Price:
5K: $24 by Nov. 21, $30 race day; 1K: $10
Description:
Benefits Nissequogue River State Park. Check-in begins at 7:30 a.m.; 1K children's run begins at 8:30 a.m.; 5K run begins at 9 a.m. Visit Website for registration and additional Information.
5K and 1.5-mile walk: $20 by Oct. 31, $25 after; children's fun run: $10 by Oct. 31, $15 after
Description:
Benefits Smiles Change Lives. Race starts and finishes at Corey Beach Park on the Great South Bay. Children's fun run begins at 8:45 a.m., 5K run and 1.5-mile noncompetitive walk begin at 9 a.m. Visit Website for registration and additional Information.
