PLEASANT PRAIRIE RECPLEX TO HOST RUN WITH THE TURKEYS 5K AND THE TURKEY TRIATHLON
Walkers, runners, athletes and fun seekers of all ages and abilities are invited to take part in the autumn events taking place this November in Pleasant Prairie. All are invited to Run with the Turkeys on Saturday, November 21 and to participate in the Turkey (indoor) Triathlon on November 22.
Run with the Turkeys is an all ages 5K walk/run that will begin at the Beach Pavilion and take participants through the trails of Prairie Springs Park. This year, the event will also feature a Turkey Dash for ages six and under. The race will begin at 9:00 a.m. Registration for Run with the Turkeys is underway at www.RecPlexOnline.com and in person at RecPlex. Registration is $20 per person through November 19 and $25 thereafter.
The Turkey Triathlon is an indoor triathlon for ages eight through adult. The race will consist of a 10-minute indoor swim, a 20-minute spin bike ride, and a 15-minute treadmill run. Medals are presented to overall and age group winners. The first wave will begin at 7:30 a.m. Registration for the Turkey Triathlon is underway at RecPlex and at www.RecPlexOnline.com through November 21. Registration is $40 through November 16 and $45 thereafter.
"We'd love for everyone to come out celebrate the holiday in a healthy and fun way," shared Aaron Pankau, Fitness Director at Pleasant Prairie RecPlex. "The sense of camaraderie and accomplishment when participating in a race is a great experience to share with friends or family of all ages and abilities this Thanksgiving."
RecPlex is located just east of I-94 midway between Chicago and Milwaukee at 9900 Terwall Terrace. More information about the facility is available at www.RecPlexOnline.com.