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Birds Of a Feather Trail Trot

Name: Birds Of a Feather Trail Trot
Start: 2024-11-28
End: 2024-11-28
Location: Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, United States • 28 Nov 2024

The Birds of a Feather Trail Trot is a Thanksgiving Day running event held at Briar Chapel in Chapel Hill, NC. Participants can choose between a mellow 2-mile course featuring paved and smooth trails or a rugged 5K course with roots, rocks, and hills. Both distances offer untimed fun runs and timed race options.

The event includes a FREE kids race, post-race pie, awards, and giveaways. With a focus on family and community, the race also supports local charities by encouraging food donations. This event promises a fun and festive atmosphere for runners of all ages. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States North Carolina Chapel Hill

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k (timed)

5 km

5k (untimed)

2 Mile (timed)

2 Mile (untimed)

Roadless Races Series

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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