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5k Info

The Rotary Club of Table Rock Lake will host The Great Pickle Race and Pickleball Tournament on Saturday, September 12 at Wolf Pack Park in Reeds Spring! The race is a 5k. We'll also have a one-mile fun run.

The 5k will take place in the wooded trails of Wolf Pack Park. The one-mile fun run will take place on pavement.

Each participant will receive a t-shirt (if registered by September 3). Registrations on September 4 or later will receive a shirt if there are any left.

We'll have water and snacks available.

For the 5k, we'll have medals for the top three male and female finishers in each age group. The age groups are 18 and under, 19-45, and 46 and older. The youngest finisher and the oldest finisher will also be recognized.

For the fun run, the top three overall finishers will receive medals.

All participants will also receive entry into a raffle to win gift certificates and passes to area restaurants and attractions.

The Rotary Club will use the proceeds to award grants to nonprofit organizations.

Pickleball Info

Open Doubles Tournament - Round Robin Format (Open Doubles means men, women, and mixed teams play each other)

Three levels: Beginner (2.0-2.9), Intermediate (3.0-3.5), Advanced (3.5+)

Medals awarded to the top three teams in each category (based on wins and losses/points will be the tiebreaker)

All players receive a t-shirt

Need a partner? We'll pair you with a player of similar playing ability

All participants will also receive entry into a raffle to win gift certificates and passes to area restaurants and attractions.

The Rotary Club will use the proceeds to award grants to nonprofit organizations.

What the WHAT!? YES. Trailfest is back, better than ever, and READY for you crazy rock runners to come out and make this course say "Uncle!"... it surely would if race courses could talk at least.

Whether you are a trail shredding machine, like to take a more calculated and careful approach, OR are just taking the fam out for a stroll - this is the event is for YOU.

Time/Date: Sunday October 4th, 2026

• 10k & Half-Marathon: 8:00am

• 5k: 8:30am

Awards: Overall M&F 1st, 2nd, 3rd, for each event - HANDED OUT AT THE EVENT

Course Terrain: Technical, Rocky, Root-ey, Rut-ey, Hilly, THE BEST

Post-Race Party: 4 By 4 Brewing Company to offer two Dockside Lagers for 21+ and walking tacos for all runners. Walking tacos available for purchase by friends or family on site.

One Fully stocked aid station for the 10k & 13.1, one aid station on the loop and water refill station at start/finish.

Packet Pick up Hometown Sports Ozark Mo 3pm to 6pm 11/25 Hometown Sports 201 W Church St, Ozark, MO 65721

Packet Pick Up also Race Morning 11/26 7am-8:15am Race starts at 8:30am

PLEASE do not call The OC or Hometown Sports for information they are just sponsors of the event

For all questions, please send to [email protected] or call 417 221 6442

Children 12 and under 15.00 Adults 5k 30.00 until Nov 15th after the 15th ....35.00 Adults

The course for Turkey Scramble 5k 2026 We will start at the front of the OC, then head around the OC and down to the Ozark Vo-Tech Parking Lot and around the building then back down to the Finley River Bridge long side Finley River all the way up to The OC Trail. Then back up to The OC. The end has a small slope but for the most part the course is level for all walkers/runners and provides a nice scenic view of the river and business district of Ozark Mo. Finish Line: Managed by Ridge Runner Sports. Ozark Racing Systems, Springfield, MO Awards:

Individuals All registered runners/walkers guaranteed t shirt Nov 15th Turkey Scramble runners will receive Finisher Medal

Overall winners (male & female) 5k Gift Card & Trophy Awards Age Groups 1st place 10-u, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-up Pre-Race Celebration: Refreshments, awards, and drawings for GREAT DOOR PRIZES for registered runners!

Turkey Scramble, Best costume contest, one award. Proceeds will be going towards 417Running Christmas with a cop program and GC Ozark Day with the Mayor and Ozark Police

Run with 5k Doggie division 1st place male and female no age groups ....please start in the back and pets must be on a leash

Out Of Town 5k is a totally separate race for those that can not attend but still want the swag ( same age groups apply ) 5k,Trophy Awards Age Groups 1st place 10-u, 11-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80-up Please send in your times by Nov 29th 9pm to [email protected]

Each year, a portion of the proceeds from the run are donated back to the community.

The Turkey Scramble mission is to raise money for the Ozark community. The County Commissioner and Police Chief will pick an OZARK DAY. They will be passing out gift cards and cheer to random Ozark patrons. Also a portion of the proceeds will be used for the 4C Sertoma adopt a kid for Christmas program.

FAQ:

Where is PPU ? Will be at Hometown Sports Ozark Mo 11/25 3pm to 6pm or race morning

Is this race chip timed ? Yes chip is on the back of your bib

Is this a pet friendly event?

Absolutely! Well-behaved, leashed dogs are allowed on the race course. you can enter the 5k doggie division

. Can I walk the race?

Of course! This is a family oriented event with a great mix of walkers and runners

Are strollers allowed on course?

Yes! Please feel free to take your little one/s along for the run.

Will the race be cancelled if the weather is bad?

We will run rain or shine, wet or dry! Only in the event of severe weather including lightning will we postpone the start until the weather has passed. Love the Ozarks !