11/21/2020
2020 Virtual Turkey Trot �
In memory of John David Barresi (1978 - 1997)
November 22 - December 6, 2020
You are invited to participate in the 2020 Virtual Turkey Trot!
The Turkey Trot is an annual tradition held at Westlake High School located in Thornwood, NY every November for the past 22 years. This race is in memory of Westlake High School Class of 1996 Graduate, John David Barresi, who was an all-county Cross Country and Track and Field Athlete from 1992-1996 and United States Navy Sailor.
Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and uncertainty with rising cases in our area, the 23rd annual Turkey Trot we will be held virtually Sunday, November 22nd through Sunday, December 6, 2020. We ask you to participate by completing a 3K (1.9 miles) or 5K (3.1 miles) run/walk/roll sometime during the listed dates in memory of John and to support the John D. Barresi Scholarship Fund.
Each year, several Westlake High School Seniors are awarded scholarship from the John D. Barresi Scholarship Fund to support the start of their college studies.
A minimum donation of $20 per person is recommended for participation in this event. Donations can be sent via check to Westlake High School 825 Westlake Dr, Thornwood, NY 10594
How do I participate?
The Virtual Turkey Trot allows participants to complete the desired run/walk/roll distance on their own, any time between Sunday, November 22nd and Sunday December 6th. You will run, walk, or roll at your own pace and at a time and location of your choosing. Select a safe route through your neighborhood, favorite park, off-road trails, or on your preferred piece of exercise equipment (e.i. treadmill, elliptical, stationary cycle).
Send in your donation, complete the distance, and submit your results with a message/photo.
If participating with friends or a group of people, we encourage wearing masks and maintaining social distance. When using a bicycle please remember to wear a helmet.
Here are the steps to completing your Virtual 3K or 5K Turkey Trot:
Before your start the run/walk/roll:
Decide the distance (3K or 5K) and method (run, walk, roll) that you will use to complete the Turkey Trot.
Send a minimum donation to Westlake High School.
Please make checks payable to: The John D. Barresi Scholarship Fund
Map out a safe 3K or 5K route that allows for social distancing.
Tell a friend about the Virtual Turkey Trot and share how you plan to complete this event.
Complete the Virtual Turkey Trot between November 25 - December 6:
Choose a time and day to complete your mapped course.
Don’t forget to eat a pre-activity meal, apply your sunscreen, perform a warmup, and stay hydrated.
Accurately record your run/walk/roll by using a physical activity monitor, smart watch, cellphone, mobile app, or other tracking device.
Once you have completed the predetermined distance, take a screenshot or photo of your watch, app, etc. If you are using fitness equipment, like a treadmill, take a photo of the console or digital display. Be sure to capture the time and distance in the photo or screenshot.
Take a photo of yourself at the end of your run/walk/roll.
Post to this page or please submit to [email protected] a: 1) screenshot or photo of your time and distance, 2) selfie or photo of you after completing the distance, and 3) a brief 1-2 sentence quote about your experiences with the Virtual Turkey Trot and/or memory of John. These photos and quotes will be posted to Social Media.
