The sixth annual Gig Harbor Turkey Trot that took place on Thanksgiving morning was another terrific successes. Holmes Chiropractic, the organizers of the event told us today that over 1600 participant braved the November weather for a fun morning full of funny hats and lots of money and canned goods raised for Gig Harbor's FISH Food Bank.
In addition to all the Gig Harbor Trotters, simultaneously in Iraq nearly 300 soldiers ran and also raised money for the cause. The Iraqi leg of the race was organized by CPT Laura Jeffrey, Critical Care Flight Nurse, 47th Combat Support Hospital and Gig Harbor resident. This photo shows her with Lt. Penny Decker also of Gig Harbor.
Gig Harbor has a lot to be thankful for, now and through out the year. Particularly we should be thankful for those serving in Iraq, people like Dr. Tim Holmes and his staff whose endless energy makes Turkey Trot a success, all those who braved the weather and the wonderful volunteers of the FISH Food Bank that serves so many in need around the Gig Harbor Peninsula.
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