Thanksgiving 'Turkey Trots' In Los Angeles Co. 2017

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CA – Pop that bird in the oven and head out for a "turkey trot" this Thanksgiving.

These morning runs and walks are flourishing throughout the region with varying options -- scenic routes, dog-friendly, community fundraisers and some even including races and activities for your "little gobblers."

Whether you launch a new family tradition or keep up with an existing one, bear in mind such participation earns you the right to an extra slice of pumpkin pie!

Happy Thanksgiving, from Patch!
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BURBANK: NOV.23: 2017 YMCA Turkey Trot

• 5K, 10K, Kids' Run and fun zone!

CLAREMONT: NOV. 23: Annual Sunrise Rotary Turkey Trot

• Scenic route through the Claremont Colleges and Village.

LA CAñADA FLINTRIDGE: NOV. 23: Annual Thanksgiving Day Run & Food Drive

• A local tradition for two decades and the largest food drive in the Foothill communities.

LANCASTER: NOV. 22 and NOV. 23: Antelope Valley YMCA's Turkey Trot & Gobble Wobble

• A two-day holiday tradition in the Antelope Valley community.

LONG BEACH: NOV. 23: Marina Turkey Trot, Marathon, Half, 10K, 5K 2017

• Scenic course around lake and with oceanfront views.

LONG BEACH: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Supports Justin Rudd's Community Action Team (CAT) causes.

LOS ANGELES: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Benefits the Midnight Mission. Includes Widdle Wobble race for little trotters.

PACIFIC PALISADES: NOV. 23: 5th Annual Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trot 2017

• Proceeds will benefit Hearts With Hope that serves children living with congenital heart disease throughout the world.

SANTA MONICA: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Turkey Trot 5K, 10K, 15K & Half Mthn.

• Course loops around the beach path. Strollers are OK.

SIMI VALLEY: NOV. 23: Simi Valley/Howard Family Turkey Trot 2017

• Casual family and friends race with refreshments and prizes.

THOUSAND OAKS: NOV. 23: Conejo Valley YMCA's 13th Annual "Turkey Day Dash"

• Family fun that includes a costume contest.

TORRANCE: NOV. 23: Annual Harry Sutter Memorial Turkey Trot Fun Run 2017

• Great family activity -- a 3-mile fun run to kick off your Thanksgiving holiday.

VAN NUYS: NOV. 23: Lake Balboa Turkey Trot 5K & Kids' Run

• Scenic park run with lake views.

WALNUT: NOV. 23: Thanksgiving Morning 1K, 5K & Kiddie Run

• Activities include a sack race and pie-eating contest!

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ALSO FROM THE PATCH HOLIDAY FILES: Holiday Bazaars, Boutiques & Craft Shows 2017

• Orange County
• Riverside County
• San Francisco Bay Area
• San Diego County

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FOR THANKSGIVING RUNS STATEWIDE, SEE: Thanksgiving Day Turkey Trots In California 2017

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