Cooper Farms Turkey Trot 5k

The Cooper Farms Turkey Trot 5K begins and ends at the Cooper Farms Turkey Harvesting Plant in St. Henry, Ohio. This yearly 5K is open to all ages and features a morning start, registration on race day, chip timing, and benefits EverHeart Hospice. The race is scheduled before Thanksgiving Day, not on it, and the Cooper Farms location provides a local character linked directly to the company and its community. The course covers a flat 3.1 miles, with mile markers and water stations provided. This makes it suitable for walkers, participants new to running, and those aiming for a consistent pace. Prizes are awarded to the top overall male and female finishers, as well as the top male and female in each age category. All participants receive water and refreshments post-race, including a take-home turkey meal, and door prizes are drawn afterward. The event is in its 18th year, and the organizer cites the EverHeart Hospice collaboration, Cooper Farms employees, and local community support as reasons for its continued popularity.