1,300+ turn out for Turkey Trot in Modesto’s river park. Click for photos, video

The event in Tuolumne River Regional Park raises money for the track and cross country teams at Modesto Junior College. It began with half-mile races for girls and boys, followed by the 3.1-mile main event.

Running buddies Andrew Vazquez and Michael Mrgudic tied in the latter at 14 minutes, 45 seconds. Complete results were to be posted later Thursday at www.paceyourselftiming.com.

The half-mile entrants included 1-year-old Jacob Alania, who has just learned to walk. He had help on the course from father Anthony Alania and aunt Carmen Alania…

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