Residents looking to get some exercise before their Thanksgiving feast can participate in the third annual Linton Community Turkey Trot on Thursday, Nov. 26, at Humphrey's Park.

The free event will feature a children's run and a 5K walk/run, along with prizes, awards and an opportunity to support a local program that helps feed children.

Turkey trot participants tiffany todd, britney lynn, and katie graves at last year’s event. (submitted photo)

According to organizer Ashlynn Kendall, no preregistration is required. Participants can simply show up at Humphrey's Park beginning at 8 a.m. Thanksgiving morning to sign in.

The children's run will begin at 8:20 a.m., followed by the 5K walk/run around the park at approximately 8:30 a.m.

The event is scheduled to conclude at 9:30 a.m., when cash prizes, pumpkin pies and unconventional trophies will be awarded to participants.

New this year, every participant will receive a race medal to commemorate the event.

Kendall said participants are encouraged to wear their medals proudly to Thanksgiving dinner.

Although participation is free, organizers will accept donations for Loaves & Fishes, a program that provides weekend meals to school-aged children in Linton.

The annual event offers community members an opportunity to begin Thanksgiving with physical activity, fellowship and support for a local cause.

For additional information, visit the Linton Community Turkey Trot Facebook page or email ahauser4@yahoo.com.