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Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase

Date
November 22, 2026
Distance
5K Run/Walk
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From the Organizer

The race will begin and end on PR property, entering into the adjacent Squaw Creek neighborhood for a time.  The course will not be certified for this inaugural race, but chip timing with bibs will be used for accurate results.

“Pass the Poult” Challenge: Our added element of fun! A baby turkey is called a poult. Wolfpack 5K Runners will have the challenge of chasing down our poult along the course. Runners that cross the finish line before the poult will win an additional prize!

Advanced packet pickup will be held at Prairie Ridge High School, Friday, November 20th from 3:00pm-7:00pm in the Stadium ticket building. 

Same day pickup will be held in Prairie Ridge’s Cafeteria from 8:45-9:50AM.

T-shirts are included with registration price, but only guaranteed if registration is received by October 25th, 2026.

Lineup begins outside the cafeteria near the stadium at 9:45am for announcements and a brief warm-up.

Results will be immediately available and awards can be picked up from the awards station in the staging area located in the cafeteria.

Awards will be given to the overall top male and female finisher, and the top 3 male and female age group winners (overall male and female excluded) for the following age categories: 9 & Under, 10-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, 70 & Over.

Rain or Shine event. No refunds for any reason. Unclaimed packets will be donated.

The Prairie Ridge High School Booster Club is sponsoring this inaugural 5K to support its general fund for spring allocations that benefit sports, clubs and activity groups at PR. We thank you for your participation and donations!

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Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

45°

Typical Low

28°

Chance of Rain

28%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Crystal Lake 4nw, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 6:53 AMSunset 4:28 PMDaylight 9h 34m

Host City

About Crystal Lake, IL

Elevation

944 ft

Nearest Airport

ORD

Chicago O'Hare International Airport · 31 mi

Time Zone

Central Time

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Race
Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase
Date
November 22, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase?
Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase is a running race held in Crystal Lake, Illinois on November 22, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase?
Sunday, November 22, 2026 in Crystal Lake, Illinois at 6000 Dvorak Drive, Crystal Lake, IL. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

Wolfpack 5K: The Great Turkey Chase

Nov 22, 2026

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