Callaway Gardens Olympic Triathlon and Duathlon

Join in the fun for our 2nd Annual Joker's Wild Run For Rescues 5K and 1 Mile Run/Walk benefitting The Humane Society of Harris County.

The course will start and finish in downtown Pine Mountain, GA at 2:00 p.m. and will be run/walked on the completely paved Man O' War Trail. At each Kilometer of the 5K you will receive a playing card and at the finish line you will be given a finish card to be filled out and stapled to your 5 playing cards (Jokers are wild!). Overall and age group awards are based on best poker hands. 5K age group awards are from 10 & under to 70 & over in 5-year age groups. Ribbons to all finishers in the fun run/walk which starts at 3:00 p.m.

We will have a clock running for those who also want to see how their times are on a Fall afternoon in October on a very flat course, but your time will have no bearing on your place of finish - it's all about a fun time!

We'll have plenty of fluids and snacks for the postrace funtivities!

For those of you want to support this great cause but cannot attend the event we have setup a Virtual/Phantom runner category for you to consider. For an additional $7.00 to cover the postage we will mail you your shirt, which we think is one of the best looking out there this year!

Event details and schedule

Anyone wanting information about sponsorship opportunities should contact Kim Duncan at 678-538-8074 or email at [email protected]

This course is located at Callaway Gardens event "FANTASY IN LIGHTS"

11/10 IS THE LAST DAY TO SIGN UP TP BE GUARANTEED A TSHIRT AND MEDAL!!

Start time:

4:45pm (No athletes will be permitted to start after 5pm!!)

The course will meander through all of the "Fantasy in Lights". The course is very easy and will be open to runners and walkers/strollers alike.

This run course travels through the Callaway Gardens lit “FANTASY IN LIGHTS” and includes marshmallow, chocolate, and candy cane miles. Stick around after the race for your picture with Santa!

CATEGORIES:

Male & female - 14-under - 15-19 in five year increments up to 70+

AWARDS:

Top three in each age group

Event details and schedule

PRE-RACE:

Sunday from 2:00-4:30PM at Robin Lake Circus Tent

ADMISSION TO CALLAWAY GARDENS FOR ATHLETES AND SPECTATORS: Entrance into the gardens is free, spectators can drive through or trolley the light at an additional charge and need to book through Callaway. If you take anything away please note the 5pm start time, mandatory light requirement, and check in time.

Start Time:

We will be starting the race at 5pm we want to make sure that the majority of our athletes can stay ahead of the first trolley.

Our start line will begin a short 1/4-1/2 walk from the parking area adjacent to Wren Lake. This allows us to finish out of the path of the departing trolleys (who wants a trolley going through the finish line?) and to finish below the pavilion rather than in a dark parking lot. Please head that direction at an appropriate time.

LIGHTS: There are a lot of moving parts to this race and your safety is priority. Although we will be leaving ahead of the Callaway Garden Trolleys, they and cars may be on the course for the last few miles. Their speed will be very slow, HOWEVER, it is IMPERATIVE that they are able to see you. It is MANDATORY for you to have some sort of light/glow stick/vest/flashlight/etc on that will make you visible to other runners and traffic. We also suggest that you bring a flashlight with you for the last mile of the course as it will be fairly dark. We will have the path lit for directional purposes. This is not optional.

Parking:

Parking is located at any location in the Robin Beach parking area located. ARRIVE EARLY. Callaway Gardens is sold out for their trolley rides and will be expecting a large crowd.

Packet Pick Up: T-shirts and medals are not guaranteed for those who register on race day or race week

SUNDAY: November 22 from 2pm-4:30pm at the Pavilion located at Robin Lake Beach at Callaway Gardens. Please, Please, Please arrive early as we are expecting over 700 runners and we would like to ensure that we are able to start the race on time.

All athletes MUST bring all of the following to Packet Pick Up:

1. Government issue valid photo ID

2. If you are transferring, please have a copy of your transfers ID for verification

Run Course: The run course map can be located at http://tricolumbusga.com/2016-callaway-gardens-santa-clause-classic-10k/

There will be 5-6 aid stations on the course which will contain water and Cerasport. Each aid station is themed with either marshmallows, chocolate, candy canes, mistletoe, etc.

Finish line:

The finish line will be located on the beach path beneath the pavilion.

Awards: Each participant will receive a tshirt (we think they are pretty cool) and a finisher medal(as long as you sign up early). Awards will begin at approximately 6:45-7pm.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS:

Callaway Gardens offers a discount rate on any of their accommodations for participants. Call 1-877-916-1725 and ask for "Fitness Series" rate. This includes The Lodge and Spa, Cottages, Villas and Inn.

If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact us at either [email protected] or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/TriColumbusGA?ref=hl

Entertainment: Please see http://www.callawaygardens.com/events/signature-events/fantasy-in-lights for a list of events that are going on throughout the day.

Weather: In the event of inclement weather…There are no “rain dates” for TriColumbusGA events. If the weather conditions are hazardous, Race Management has the right to change, eliminate parts of the course, or delay up to a point. However, if it is deemed to dangerous to race, the event will be canceled and there will be no refunds. Of course, since we are athletes ourselves, we will do everything in our power to have the event, but your safety is of our utmost concern.

Refunds (Effective 2017): We do not offer refunds for races. With supporting documentation and under extreme circumstances you may contact [email protected] to see if a deferral is possible.

Please follow us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/tricolumbusga for updated information as it comes. If you have any questions or concerns please email [email protected].

On behalf of Callaway Gardens, and TriColumbusGA we look forward to seeing you!

Thank you,

Joanne Cogle

Race Director

Man O’ War Trail Half Marathon – Pine Mountain, GA

Get ready for a race that feels like a true getaway. The Man O’ War Trail Half Marathon takes you through the natural beauty of Pine Mountain, Georgia, on one of the area’s most scenic routes. With rolling terrain, peaceful wooded views, and that small-town charm you can’t fake, this is the kind of race that makes you forget you’re working hard (until mile 10 😅).

Whether you’re chasing a PR, building endurance, or just here for the experience, this half marathon delivers the perfect mix of challenge and beauty. Expect a well-supported course, great energy, and a finish line you’ll be proud to cross.

Come run Pine Mountain—where the trail does the talking and the miles fly by.

Race Highlights:

• Scenic trail running on the Man O’ War Trail

• Beautiful Pine Mountain views + fresh air

• Great for first-timers and seasoned runners

• Supportive race-day vibe + strong community feel

Man O’ War Trail 5K – Pine Mountain, GA

Looking for a fun race with big payoff in a short distance? The Man O’ War Trail 5K is the perfect way to kick off your morning in Pine Mountain, GA. This course brings you onto the Man O’ War Trail for a fast, scenic run surrounded by trees, fresh air, and just enough terrain to keep it interesting.

Whether you’re walking, jogging, running with friends, or trying to set a new personal best, this 5K is built for everyone. Come enjoy a beautiful route, a great crowd, and a finish you’ll feel good about.

Perfect for:

• Beginners + walkers

• Families + friend groups

• Speedsters chasing a PR

• Anyone who wants a fun race in a gorgeous location

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Contact us at [email protected] for any questions and check out our other races at https://tricolumbusga.com/.

Detailed race information will be sent out via email the week of the race and will be posted on the Facebook TriColumbusGa page.

Event details and schedule

START TIME: Half- Marathon at approximately 8AM. The cut off for the Half is 4 hours. 5k will start at approximately 8:15.

PACKET PICK UP: Packet pick up will take place at the baseball field in Pine Mountain.

Saturday (race morning) from 6:00am-7:30am.

LATE REGISTRATION: Athletes can register for late registration at either packet pick up. The cost is $95.

Festival ENTRY: We welcome you to browse the festival afterwards!

RACE BIBS: Bibs must be worn on the front of your body and remain unfolded for proper timing and be visible at the finish.

There will be lead and sag cyclists for each race and pacers for the half marathon in 15 min increments.

AID STATIONS: There will be 4-5 aid stations along the half course approx 1.5-2 miles apart. Portapotties, Cerasport, water, gels, pickle juice, coke, pretzels/chips, etc will be available.

AWARDS: Awards to top 3 finishers in the 5k and Half. Overall Male/Female 3 deep, age groups (19 and under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, etc) for the 5k and Half Marathon. Finisher medals for all participants, for all races. Awards for the 5k will be at approximately 9:30am, Half Marathon at approx 11am. Awards times are subject to change based on average finish times.

HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: There are several hotels in the Pine Mountain area as well as AirBnbs.

DIRECTIONS: From Atlanta take I-85 south to I-185. Take I-185 south to exit 42 (Hwy 27). Go left on Hwy 27 to Pine Mountain.

Refunds (Effective 2017): We do not offer refunds for races. With supporting documentation and under extreme circumstances you may contact [email protected] to see if a deferral is possible.

Weather: In the event of inclement weather…There are no “rain dates” for TriColumbusGA events. If the weather conditions are hazardous, Race Management has the right to change, eliminate parts of the course, or delay up to a point. However, if it is deemed to dangerous to race, the event will be canceled and there will be no refunds. Of course, since we are athletes ourselves, we will do everything in our power to have the event, but your safety is of our utmost concern.

On behalf of TriColumbusGA and Pine Mountain I look forward to welcoming you!

Train Hard, Race Safe,

Joanne Cogle

Race Director