Ocean County Foundation for Vocational & Technical Education 5K Turkey Dash & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

4th Annual OCVTS Foundation 5k Turkey Dash & 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk

Date and Location

• Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025
• Time: Registration Begins at 8 AM
• 1 Mile Fun Run: 9:30 AM
• 5K Run: 10 AM

Purpose and Participation

• Proceeds: Benefit The OCVTS Foundation - dedicated to help ensure a quality education for students at OCVTS
• Location: At Barnegat Branch Trail
• Check-in: Morning of race at the Waretown Fire House
• Address: 117 Wells Mills Road, Waretown NJ 08758

Entry Fees

• 5K Run: $35 Pre-registered by Oct. 21st: $40 after. All Students (18 and under) and OCVTS Staff Members $25 Pre-registered by Oct. 21st: $35 after.
• 1 Mile Fun Run: $25 Pre-registered by Oct. 21st: $30 after and day of Race: Students 12 and under and OCVTS Staff $20: Pre-registered by Oct. 21st, $25 after and day of race.
• Fee includes: Tee shirt for pre-registrants and 1 beer ticket (21 yrs. and older)

Awards

• Categories: Top M/F in all categories: 12 and under, 13-15, 16-19 and 5 year age groups (through 90 and over).
• Top OCVTS Staff Members: Awards for first place in each category.

Course and Amenities

• Course: 5K course along the scenic Barnegat Branch Trail.
• Amenities: Custom designed T-Shirts (adults & children sizes) guaranteed to pre registrants.
• Technology: Chip Technology by Viper Timing.
• Extras: Multiple water stops, prize drawing, music & refreshments.

Post-Race Celebration

• Ceremony: Celebration and Award Ceremony immediately following the race.
• Weather Policy: Races are RAIN or SHINE!

Directions

• From Garden State Parkway: Take Exit 69 (north or south).
• Turn: Upon exit, turn right on to Wells Mills Road.
• Distance: Drive approximately 2.1 miles. Waretown Municipal Offices Parking Lot is on the right side, just past the Waretown Memorial Park.
• Access: The trail is adjacent to the Rail Trail parking lot, near the corner of Clearwater and Railroad Avenues.

Contact Information

• For Questions: Contact Annie Sayers at 732-286-5670 ext. 3242
• Registration: To Register, visit here.
• Website: www.ocvtsfoundation.org, or Scan this QR code!