Carolina Lakes Turkey Trot

🌟 Glow for the Goal 5K & 3K Run/Walk

Benefiting the TJCA Men’s & Women’s Soccer Program

Join us for the Glow for the Goal Run/Walk, a fun, glow-themed evening on the TJCA campus supporting the TJCA Soccer Program.

Participants can choose between the 5K (3.1 miles) or the 3K (2 miles), making this event perfect for runners, walkers, students, families, and community supporters.

Whether you’re running competitively or walking with friends, this event is about community, school spirit, and supporting our athletes.

💡 Registration Options

• Individual Registration – $25

• Family of 4 – $90

• Family of 5 – $110

• Family of 6+ – $125

All proceeds support the TJCA Men’s and Women’s Soccer Programs, helping provide uniforms, equipment, and resources for our student-athletes.

✨ Glow Run Highlights

• Glow-themed evening course on the TJCA campus

• Open to runners and walkers of all ages

• Come dressed in your brightest neon and show your team spirit

⚽ Let’s light up the night and Glow for the Goal!

“The Landmark 5K will directly benefit Lincoln Landmarks, Inc., a non-profit organization that advocates for historic preservation of Lincoln County, NC, promotes the historic architecture of our region, facilitates preservation easements and covenants for historic properties, provides preservation resources for owners, and endorses best practices for the rehabilitation and restoration of historic properties. As well, proceeds will go toward the rehabilitation of Lincolnton’s oldest brick building, Pleasant Retreat Academy, which was built in 1817 and still stands on the corner of East Pine and North Academy Street.”

The participants will gather at First Federal Park. The race will start and finish at the park on the rail trail.

Awards: 1st place Overall Male and Female

1st place in each age group

Age Groups (Male and Female) 14 and under 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+

All finishers will receive a medal

Guaranteed t-shirt registration by March 28.

AGE BASED PRICING FOR ALL STUDENTS AT CHECK OUT (17 AND UNDER) $25

Packet Pickup will be Saturday morning from 6:30-7:30.

This will be our third Annual Soggy Bottoms Backyard Ultra, a day to test yourself on a farmland trail loop with scenic views, rolling hills, and South Mountain in the distance. The challenge is to see how many loops you can accomplish within an allotted time. You can run, ruck, or walk the full event or tackle just half the day. We want this to be a fun day for people of all ages, promoting fitness for the whole family so bring your grandparents, spouses, and kids to enjoy the fresh air.

Registration: This year’s registration is a donation to raise funds in support of our F3 Brother- Ranger and the Northlake House Memory Care. A donation of any amount gains entry to the event.

The Cause: Donations from this event will go directly to the family of Gary Powers and to benefit the residents of the North Lake House Memory Care. Donations will NOT be tax deductible due to in ability of administrative reporting, but hey, it's an awesome cause.

The Format: Every 30 minutes participants will launch from a covered pavilion choosing a 1-mile or 2-mile farmland trail loop. Music will start 2 minutes before each round to notify runners of the upcoming lap. At the pavilion, participants can house their supplies, chairs, a change of clothes, or whatever items they need to run 12, 16, 20 or even 32 miles. Participants need to supply their snacks, fuel, or whatever items will help them go the distance. Water and light snacks will be provided, and adjacent parking and restrooms will be available.

For Families: Five Oaks Farm is a family owned and scenic space where you can bask in the beauty of the great outdoors. We want participants of all ages and skill levels to join in the fun. This event is a fun day to be in nature with walks through a woodland trail and farm landscape. We have had 5 year olds to grandmothers rack up many loops so bring your whole family for a day focused on fitness and activity at your own pace.

Race Swag: During check-out participants will be able to purchase a commemorative Soggy Bottoms T-shirt. T-shirt orders are needed by April 15, 2026 for shirts to be printed in time for the race.

Participants will be required to sign a release waiver in order to participate in this event.

Take advantage of this incredible opportunity to test your limits and enjoy a day on the farm!

For inquiries and additional information, contact Wes Richardson at soggybottomslnc@gmail.com

Join us on Saturday, May 9th for the Shelby Sprint 5K!

SAFETY & RACE INFORMATION

Skates are prohibited. This is a pet friendly event, but please note that dogs must be on a leash that is non-retractable and must wear an up to date rabies tag. This event is non refundable and will be held rain or shine.

RACE LOCATION:

Dover YMCA

411 Cherryville Rd

Shelby, NC 28150

Event Schedule:

Friday, May 8th:

*10am-6pm: pre-Race packet pick-up at the Dover YMCA

Saturday, May 9th:

*7:00am: Packet Pick-up Opens

*8:15am: Packet Pick-up Closes

*8:30am: 5K Starts

*9:30am: Kids Fun Run Starts

Welcome to NextGen United's Summer Sun and Racing Fun 5k

5k kicks off at 8:00 AM

Race Day Registration and Packet Pick-UP will begin at 7:00-8:00 AM

Day Before Packet Pick UP on 6/5/26 at Betty G Ross from 4:00-6:00 PM

Location and Course: will Betty G Ross Park, 800 Madison St, Lincolnton, NC 28092 and the local Rail Trail

NextGen United's Summer Sun and Racing Fun 5K community fundraiser, which supports emergency crises, one-time hardships, and programs across the county. (proceeds go to United Way of Lincoln Co)

Awards:

1st place Male and Female overall

1st, 2nd, 3rd in age groups (14 and under, 15-19,

20-34, 35-49, 50-64, 65+) Male and Female

NextGen United, a teen-led interest group from United Way of Lincoln County, invites you to join our

first-ever 5K race and kick off the summer season! There will be awards for 1st place runner (male and

female), as well as 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in each age group—plus ALL runners will get to jumpstart

summertime with snow cones, slushies, and much more once they cross that finish line!

Support UWLC's teen group and help raise money for our Community Fund, supporting our neighbors in

need during one-time hardships, critical programs across the county, and much more!