Races

Apple Blossom 5K Presented by Tecumseh Land Trust and Peifer Orchards Saturday, April 18, 2026  9:00am - Race will begin promptly at 9am, participants are asked to start on time. Day of registration opens at 8am Run, jog, or walk through the blooming fruit trees at Peifer Orchards. Of course, its up to Mother Nature if the trees are in bloom on race day.  This is a great way to celebrate Earth Day and support a fantastic conservation organization, Tecumseh Land Trust. This is a family friendly event and dog friendly if leashed.  T-shirts are not guaranteed for registrations after April 2, 2026 and will not be held after 9:30 am on race day.  Tecumseh Land Trust protects land and water in southwest Ohio.  But local conservation only happens when people like you care enough to support the land trust. You keep the door open for families who want to conserve their farms, natural areas and protect the waters that connect us all. A donation from you will ensure the land remains vibrant, prod

Join the WOLF PACK for a trail 1/2 Marathon, 6 Hours of Power, 10K, 5K & 20K Relay in John Bryan State Park! John Bryan State Park is distinguished by its remarkable limestone gorge, which the Little Miami State and National Scenic River cut many years ago. The gorge, a National Natural Landmark, offers hikers splendid views from the trail. RACE PERMITTED UNDER SPECIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FROM JOHN BRYAN STATE PARK The John Bryan campground is nice but sells out fast. Another fantastic option is to stay at the Rustic Retreat in Xenia (a short drive away). The owners of the Rustic Retreat, which includes vintage Airstream campers and cozy guest rooms, are PACK PASS members and sponsors of the Wolf Pack running series. You can contact them directly at (937) 829-1829.

The crew at Wolf Pack Adventures is excited to bring you this unique event along the beautiful Little Miami River. Run as many 5K loops as you can in 6 hours at John Bryan State Park! Complete at least four loops to officially complete the race. You do not need to run for 6 hours. You can run for as long as it takes you to run four loops. Your official race time will be recorded as the time you complete your fourth loop. Results will be recorded as the total number of loops each participant runs in 6 hours. Whoever runs the most loops in 6 hours is the 6 Hours of Power champion. John Bryan State Park is distinguished by its remarkable limestone gorge, which was cut by the Little Miami State and National Scenic River. The gorge, which is a National Natural Landmark, offers hikers splendid views from the trail. Check out all the park has to offer! John Bryan State Park.  Click HERE for more information on the John Bryan Trail Race. RACE PERMITTED UNDER SPECIAL USE AUTHORIZATION FROM JOHN

Join the WOLF PACK to run five 5K mixed terrain races in one day in five Ohio Parks! This is a one of a kind 25K running challenge. There will be pavement, grass, single track, and if you have run with us before - get ready for THOSE HILLS! Fast bike paths, rolling hills, winding rivers, and time in between to let your legs think they are finished for the day, await you on this adventure with the Wolf Pack.  Click HERE for more information on the John Bryan Trail Races.

Annual Tie Dye 50K  Day: May 16, 2026 Race Start Time: 7:30 AM COURSE DESCRIPTION “John Bryan is the most scenic state park in western Ohio. The 752-acre park contains a remarkable limestone gorge cut by the Little Miami River which is designated as a state and national scenic river. A portion of the gorge itself is designated as a national natural landmark.” Tie Dye 50K IS CUPLESS! This means there will not be cups pre-set at any aid stations. An ORRRC collapsible, reusable cup is available to be added to your registration for $3 and the cup will be provided at packet pickup.  Please carry it with you as well as your water bottle. There will be absolutely no cups at aid stations (you will need to use your cup if you want to drink Coke or Ginger Ale, or grab some pretzels to go).  COURSE OVERVIEW 3 loop course traversing through beautiful John Bryan State Park–and is the same popular course used the last 4 years. Each loop will be approximately 10.3 miles. The course maps are available

Cheddar Challenge 2026 The Cheddar Challenge 5K is back at Young's Jersey Dairy! Our herd of runners and walkers will enjoy a scenic course on the farmland around Young’s Jersey Dairy, including a loop in the Young’s Christmas Tree Farm and a path through our original barn built in 1869. This 3.1 mile run is suited for runners and walkers at all levels. After the race, participants can enjoy the Young's Farmstead.  All participants signed up by May 16 will receive a t-shirt and all finishers. This event benefits: Alzheimer’s Association, Breakthrough T1D, South Community Behavioral Health, United Rehabilitation Services.   Early packet pickup: Friday, May 29, 5:00pm-7:00pm Red shelter at Young’s Jersey Dairy.  Day of Race registration and packet pickup opens 7:30am.  Race starts promptly at 9:00am.   Those signing up after 5/16/26 are not guaranteed a shirt and medal.

The Riding Centre Therapeutic Program Benefit 5k Run/Walk Saturday, June 6, 2026  5k Run/Walk Start: 9:00 am (rain or shine)Race Day Registration: 7:30-8:30 AM $35.00 Pre-registration by May 18, 2026$30.00 w/out t-shirt. $40.00 w/t-shirt COURSE: Timing is provided by Can’t Stop Timing Company. The race starts and ends at The Riding Centre. Water will be provided at the start and finish and during the race. Split times will be given at each mile. There will be refreshments for all participants afterward. AWARDS: Award presentations begin promptly after last finisher, with Unique Awards to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Male and Female Overall and Master Runners (40 and over). AGE GROUPS: Awards will be given to top 3 in each category: 12 and under, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and 80 and over.   For more information, go to www.cantstoprunning.com or www.ridingcentre.org or contact Terry Luzader at terry.luzader.2@us.af.mil.

RACE START TIME: 8:00 a.m. PARKING: John Bryan State Park (Use this address: 3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, OH) See "Course Info" tab for parking, shelter, and start line locations - the course is approximately 13.5 miles REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race.  Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race.  Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver. CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes.  Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.   We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start. FEES: All Current ORRRC Members Run for Free (Fee waived

🌕 Sturgeon Moon Urban Night-O – Yellow SpringsHosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Director: Sarah Berna Public streets and sidewalks within the Village of Yellow Springs and Antioch College.   Step into the night for a fast-paced urban orienteering adventure under the Sturgeon Moon! This event is designed for all experience levels—first-timers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, families, and friends. 🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map (and optionally a compass) to find checkpoints scattered across the terrain. It’s part strategy, part speed, and part exploration—think real-world treasure hunt, after dark. 🗺️ How the Sturgeon Moon Hydrant Hunt WorksFormat: Score-O (find controls in any order)Time Limit: 1 hourGoal: Find as many controls as possibleScoring: Each control = 5 points1-point penalty per minute over the time limitWhat’s Provided: High-quality course mapsReflective controls with

🎃 MVOC Pumpkin HuntJohn Bryan State Park / Camp Birch Your Adventure Starts Here!Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Directors: Larry Berna & Scott Lefgren Join us for a fun, fast-paced, and family-friendly orienteering adventure set in the beautiful woods of John Bryan State Park and Camp Birch. Whether you’re brand new to orienteering or a seasoned navigator, runner, hiker, or explorer—this event is for you!  🧭 What Is Orienteering?Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints across varied terrain. It blends strategy, speed, problem-solving, and exploration—a real-world treasure hunt for all ages.  🗺️ Choose Your CourseYou’ll have up to two hours to complete the course that fits your skill level: White – BeginnerYellow – NoviceOrange – AdvancedGreen / Red – EliteWe provide everything you need to succeed: High-quality course mapsElectronic chip timingLoaner compassesOne-on-one

RACE START: 8:30 a.m. PARKING: John Bryan State Park (Use this address: 3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, OH) TIMING CUTOFFS: This trail race is a friendly race with generous cut-offs. You will have 4.5 hours to complete the distance. You must reach the final aid station by 3.5 hours (12 PM). REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race.  Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race.  Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver. CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes.  Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.   We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race sta