Turkey Trot event to raise funds for Hopelink

Hopelink’s 12th annual Turkey Trot 5K family fun run & walk is set for Sunday, Nov. 18 in Kirkland. The 3-mile course runs from Marina Park to Carillon Point and back, and is open to both runners and walkers. Registration begins at 10 a.m., with runners starting the race at 11 a.m. and walkers at 11:05 a.m.

Hopelink’s 12th annual Turkey Trot 5K family fun run & walk is set for Sunday, Nov. 18 in Kirkland. The 3-mile course runs from Marina Park to Carillon Point and back, and is open to both runners and walkers. Registration begins at 10 a.m., with runners starting the race at 11 a.m. and walkers at 11:05 a.m.

Last year, 830 Turkey Trot participants raised nearly $225,000 in donations.

Hopelink’s annual Turkey Trot helps provide emergency services and holiday assistance to low-income families in east and north King County during the winter months.

The registration fee includes a Hopelink Turkey Trot T-shirt, and both runners and walkers are encouraged to seek pledged donations. The registration fee is $35 for individuals and $30 each for teams of four or more. Strollers and pets are free. To register, visit: https://community.hope-link.org/2012TurkeyTrot?events/turkey_trot/