Infants Remembered In Silence (IRIS) - Turkey Trot 2011

Wonderful news!

On March 19th IRIS began moving into our new home! The IRIS office is now located at 112 Third St. NE in Faribault MN! We are 2 1/2 blocks east of our previous site, and located between the Post Office and the Depot Bar and Grill!

Countless volunteers, Sue Reuvers (our new administrative assistant), board members, and I have spent many hours moving our belongings into our new home and inspecting each item for damage. As you can imagine this has been no small task. The water and moving without proper packing has done significant damage. The quilts, computers, and most keepsakes have survived without much harm. Paper items have been the hardest hit; they have picked up a sour smell that forces us to discard them.

As we continue to unpack we ask again for your patience, understanding, and prayers. We understand your fears, concerns, and emotions regarding our move, but would like to remind you that visiting is the best way to see for yourself that IRIS is bigger and better because of the flood. Consider stopping in for a visit! We would love to have you!

- Diana Sundwall and the IRIS Board of Directors

THANK YOU FOR PARTICIPATING AND FOR YOUR GENEROSITY

The third annual Turkey Trot was another huge success with over 1,500 participants, and the organizers would like to thank everyone who participated, volunteered or sponsored a team or the event.

Race Place Chip Timing

Finish times and race results

Age division results
Overall results

Q & A

Are strollers and pets allowed?

Strollers and well-behaved pets will are allowed. Pets are not allowed inside the building and please remember that all city ordinances still apply (leash and clean-up laws, etc.). We encourage you to bring your entire 2-legged, and 4-legged family, regardless of their age, to participate in this event.

Do I have to register online?

No. You can download the registration form here, and mail with a check to:

Infants Remembered in Silence
101 Third Street NW
Faribault, MN 55021

Please remember: to be guaranteed a t-shirt, all pre-registrations must be received by November 10th (payment must be included)!

Will the event take place indoors or outdoors?

Both! Registration will be held inside the Faribault Middle School Gymnasium (704 17th St. SW, Faribault, MN). The 5K Timed Run, Walk and Kids routes will be outdoors. Please dress appropriately for the weather! Please also note, this year we will have both gymnasiums, so there will be more room to stretch and hang-out prior to the start of the Trot.

Do I have to form a "team" page if I register to participate in the event?

No. The team page feature is a way for you to share your own personal story why you are participating in the IRIS Turkey Trot. It is also a good way to get sponsorship and donations from friends, family, or anyone interested in supporting IRIS who cannot be there in person. Your personal donations will be tracked on your team page, as well as notes of encouragement.

Will the event take place if it is snowy?

Yes! This is a rain or shine or snow event! The 5K Turkey Trot will take place regardless of the weather.

Can I purchase additional t-shirts?

Yes. Additional t-shirts can be purchased with your pre-registration, and a limited amount of t-shirts will be available on the day of the event. T-shirts are $10 for youth sizes and $15 for adult sizes (S-3XL).

How can I volunteer to help on the day of the event?

We are always interested in having more volunteers! If you are interested in volunteering to help with the Turkey Trot, please fill out this form, or contact us!

Can I participate in this event if I am not an IRIS parent or have never lost a child?

Definitely! The Turkey Trot is open for all to participate in. The goal is to increase awareness of the incredible support services and educational resources that this organization provides to families who experience a loss in early pregnancy (miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, etc), or from premature birth, stillbirth, neo-natal death, birth defects, SIDS, SUDC, accident, illness, and all other types of infant and early childhood death. This is also a good way to sneak in some early morning exercise before enjoying Thanksgiving with family and friends!

Can I make my own shirt or costume to honor my baby or loved one to wear on the day of the event?

Yes! People are encouraged to be creative and decorate shirts to designate their "team". Ideas to identify your team include:

Personalized t-shirts/sweatshirts
Matching attire (scarfs, hats, etc.)
Balloons
Signs
Etc.

Will the run be timed?

Yes, the event will be chip timed by Race Place Chip Timing and the race results will be posted on their website following the event.

Will food be provided?

Yes, food and beverages will be available after the Trot in the gymnasium.

Are there other activities planned before or after the Trot?

Yes, before the Trot, all participants will have the opportunity to take pictures with "Trot", the IRIS 5K mascot and meet Dennis Douda, former WCCO news anchor and MC of the 2011 IRIS Turkey Trot. There will be a station where people can stamp and personalize their event t-shirts, take part in the memorial area, volunteers will lead a warm-up for the kids and (light) food and beverages will be provided after the Trot.