The YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase Turkey Chase

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The turkey is in training...are you? Click here for information on the Turkey Chase Training Program

Here is Bethesda Magazine's write-up on the 2007 Turkey Chase.

The High School Principal's Prize:

Walter Johnson - 2009 Winner public school

Stone Ridge - 2009 Winner private school

Introduction

Every Thanksgiving for the past 27 years, thousands of runners have gathered in Bethesda to run in the Turkey Chase in support of the YMCA's Youth and Family Services, YMCA Bethesda-Chevy Chase and the Bethesda-Chevy Chase Rotary Club Foundation.

You, your family and friends are invited to participate in one of our three great races. Our USATF-certified 10K race and 2 mile fun run/walk are open to the entire family.

Our 50m Tot-Trot is open to kids 8 and under. Join us to chase our Turkey mascot while 'racing' on the infield track. Every child in the Tot Trot will win a prize.

Add food, music and a whole infield of entertainment and you have a Thanksgiving tradition that appeals to every generation while raising money for critical social services in our community.

Principal's Prize

This new tradition with the Turkey Chase challenges our runners to show their school spirit! When you register for any of our races, please select the high school you currently attend, previously attended or the one you like best. The school with the highest participation will receive a $1,000 scholarship, to be used at the discretion of the principal. The first place private school can win a $500 scholarship. Want to spread the word at your school? Contact Tracy.Miller@ymcadc.org for details.

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