Dirt Days Trail Series - Ault Park Switchback

Our annual spring 5K event returns April 11, 2026!

• 🐷 Looking for a relaxed Flying Pig tune-up? We've got you covered!

• 🌳 Is a scenic walk more your pace? You can do that, too!

• 🏁 It doesn't matter how you cross the finish line.

• 🥞 We all get to celebrate with a hot, hearty breakfast and fun activities at the end!

Race Day Schedule

• Packet Pickup Begins: 8:30am

• Race Begins: 9:00am

• Post-Race Festivities (Including Breakfast): 9:30am

About the Event

The Sap Run is a scenic, slightly hilly neighborhood 5K route, held about every spring since 1989 to help raise money for Kennedy Heights Community Council and its efforts to support the neighborhood.

Since this typically takes place a month before Flying Pig Weekend, many participants use this as a light training opportunity. Others use this as an opportunity to casually walk the route and catch up with friends, family, and neighbors.

The races are timed, but this is an intentionally low-stress, small field race, ending with breakfast and fun activities for all ages inside.

More Information

• Contact: saprun@kennedyheights.org

• Website: https://kennedyheights.org/saprun

Please join us for the 21st Annual 'Matt's 5K Pursuit' on Sunday, April 12th to support Matt's Foundation and celebrate funding 131 K9's totaling over $1.4 million! Your donations and sponsorships, participation, in person or virtual, is greatly appreciated as we work to help keep our communities safe. Should you participate virtually, you must upload your time by 9 am April 12th to compete for a medal.

HOW TO GET YOUR T-SHIRT:

All pre-registered, by March 31st, (in person) will be guaranteed an event t-shirt; late registrants will receive a t-shirt while supplies last. You can pick up your shirt/bib on Thursday, April 9th from 4-7 pm at Queen City Running, 5819 Cheviot Road or on race day before 8:30 a.m.

Pre-registration closes March 31th. After that, you can still register online and on race day until 8:30 a.m. but a late fee of $5 per person will be added and you will not be guaranteed a shirt. If you pre-registered (and have not pick up your shirt/bib at Queen City Running), you will check in at the 'Pre-Registration' booth. If you registered after March 31st, check in at 'Late Registration' (formerly 'Same Day').

Sponsorships will be accepted until March 31st.

The Matt Haverkamp Foundation is proud to have been able to purchase 131 K9's for law enforcement agencies since 2005. In 2025 we assisted ten police departments by funding 16 K9's, equipment and training totaling over $210,000. In 2026 we've already received many request and hope to be able to assist. Your support and participation in this year's 5k will help us continue our mission to support law enforcement with their K9 Units.

Rucks will need to make weight prior to and following completion of the ruck

For those living locally, packets can be picked up from the University of Cincinnati Army ROTC office beginning the week prior to the ruck on 13 April to 17 April from 0900-1600 located at 2585 Dennis St #1100, Cincinnati, OH 45219. All other packets will be picked up on the day of the event beginning at 0515.

All age groups will participate at the same time; in order to earn the Foreign Badge, participants will need to meet time standards per the Guidelines for the Norwegian Foot March v1.6

If this will be your 2nd or greater completion of the NFM, please email CDT Davis (davisz2@mail.uc.edu) with a copy of your most recent completion to ensure we include this in our final reporting.

Requirements

Age Group Women Men

18-20 5h 25m 4h 35m

21-34 5h 15m 4h 30m

35-42 5h 25m 4h 35m

43-49 5h 30m 4h 40m

50-54 5h 40m 4h 50m

55-59 5h 50m 5h 00m

60+ 6h 00m 5h 15m

First held in 1915 as a test of marching endurance for soldiers in the Norwegian Military. A strategic goal was to be able to move larger units of troops over a great distance swiftly and in a manner that enabled them to efficiently be combat ready even after the march by carrying their rucksack /weaponry of 11 kg.

The goal today is to stimulate the general interest of marching over extended distances amongst military and civilian personnel.

The test consists of a 30km/18.6mile march (march/run) with rucksack containing 11kg (24 lbs). There is no longer a requirement to carry your rifle.

Approved military uniform must include field uniform and military grade boots. The uniform must be within regulation during the march. Civilian events and where civilians partake in a military setting, civilian clothing is allowed i.e., long trousers and boots.

Rucksack with content must weigh in at minimum 11 kg/24 lbs. at both start and finish line.

NOTE: water weight will not be included in weighing, this should be accounted for prior to step off. Rucksack/backpack of military grade. Civilian participants can use a civilian version of rucksack, which may include hiking backpacks, GoRuck bags, or any other variation so long as it has waist belt capabilities.

Control of outfit and weighing of backpack is done prior to and after the march to ensure the correct weight and requirements have been maintained.

Assistance from non-participants is prohibited, except for timing, weighing, on hydration/food stations, and first aid.

If any clarifying information is needed for uniform and rucksack regulations, please contact CDT Davis (davisz2@mail.uc.edu)

All participants will begin the ruck at 0700. Those with an anticipated pace of 10 – 11 minutes will locate at the front, followed by 11-12, 12-13, 13-14, 14-15, 15+ which will allow for proper spacing and rucker distribution

Conquer the Hill 5K — Let’s Make Year 15 the Biggest Yet!

Get ready to charge through the ‘hill, cheer on your neighbors, and celebrate community at the 15th annual Conquer the Hill on Saturday, April 25th. Whether you’re a seasoned runner, a power walker, or pushing the world’s cutest co‑pilot in a stroller, this is your morning to shine.

● 5K Start: 8:30 AM

● Kid Fun Run: 9:30 AM

● T‑Shirt Guarantee Deadline: Register by Friday, March 27th

Thanks to our presenting and supporting sponsors — Park National Bank, Laura Wogen of Oyler Hines Realty, and JK Meurer — every single registration dollar goes directly to the Braves Helping Braves Fund, supporting Indian Hill families in need. This event is powered by the collaborative efforts of the Indian Hill PTO, Indian Hill Boosters, and the Indian Hill Foundation.

Race Weekend Details

Packet Pick‑Up

● Friday, April 24th: 3:00–6:00 PM

Saturday, April 26th: 7:00–8:00 AM

● Location: HS/MS campus near the Board of Education Office

5K Race

● Start: 8:30 AM at the Indian Hill High School bus parking lot

● Finish: A high‑energy celebration inside Tomahawk Stadium

Kid Fun Run

● Start: 9:30 AM on the Tomahawk (IHHS) stadium track

● Distances vary by age (although no longer than ¼ mile); participants can choose their distance the morning of the race

● All Fun Run participants must be registered, regardless of age

Post‑Race Fun

Stick around after the finish line festivities to shop at the Makers Market, hosted by the Indian Hill PTO.

T‑Shirts

All 5K and Fun Run participants registered by March 27th are guaranteed an Indian Hill race shirt in their selected size. Additional shirts may be available after the deadline but cannot be guaranteed.

100% of Registration Fees Support Braves Helping Braves

Learn more about Braves Helping Braves here:

https://www.indianhillschools.org/BravesHelpingBraves.aspx

Past race results are available at TIMINGSPOT.COM.

Registration FAQs

Who needs to register?

● Anyone participating in the 5K or Kid Fun Run should register. Children 5 and under may participate for free.

Can students choose either race?

● Yes! Just select the correct race during registration. Changes can be made at packet pick‑up if needed.

Why the shirt deadline?

● Shirts must be ordered in late March to avoid waste and maximize donations to Braves Helping Braves. If a shirt matters to you, register before 3/27.

Want to get involved another way?

● We welcome sponsors and volunteers. Contact cth5Krace@gmail.com

Results can be found at TIMINGSPOT.COM

Welcome to Alpine Trail Race Series Season 3 (ATRS 3.0)

Race Course:

Join us and enjoy one of the most beautiful off-road trails in Cincinnati. Mt. Airy Forest with nearly 1,500 acres, it's the largest park in Cincinnati's park with lots of trail system to explore.

5K Race Route

10K Race Route

Half-Marathon ( 2 Loops of 10K route)

30K (3 loops of 10k route - ITRA/UTMB index race)

Note: We retain the right to change the race route as deemed necessary

Race Information:

The race starts at 9:00 AM.

BIB pickup starts 30 minutes before the race and ends 10 minutes before the race start.

All runners must register on RunSignup.

Themed Races - All of our 5K runs and 10K runs have a fun theme.

Trail Running Series Awards - All runners will receive series points towards yearly series awards. Plus TRAVEL opportunity for the series winners, male and female. DETAILS CLICK HERE!

For Everyone - Runners and walkers are welcome.

Finisher Medal - All finishers will receive one of our fun-themed finisher medals.

Finisher T-shirt - Half-Marathon and 30k receive a finisher t-shirt. For others, it will be available for purchase.

Costume - It is not required to wear a costume, but it is encouraged.

Best Runners/ Costume Award - We give out the best costume awards at every live race.

Small Race - Get to know other runners and walkers in your area.

Transfer - If you miss the race, you can transfer to another one of our races.

Monthly Races - Most races are held every month in Cincinnati.

Discount - To Promote Trail running among youths, we Offer 15% discount for anyone who is under 18.

Course Time Limit:

5 hours

Race Rules:

Entry fees are non-refundable, with no exceptions.

We reserve the right to cancel in extreme circumstances.

No dogs on the course.

Walkers are always welcome.

ATRS Rules Regulations

The ATR Live Race Series runs yearly from March 1 to October 31. All participants are automatically enrolled in the series once they complete an ATR qualifying race. Qualifying races are any race events hosted by ATR and say they are part of the series. Points will be awarded in each age category, male and female, for each qualifying race. Only the top 3 participants with the most points for each age category, male and female, at the end of the series, will receive a series award. Points are awarded based on the table below. There will not be any ties. All times are based on gun times. Awards will be mailed out on December 1st.

Live Race Point Chart:

1st place = 20 points

2nd place = 18 points

3rd place = 16 points

4th place = 14 points

5th place = 12 points

6th place = 10 points

7th place = 8 points

8th place = 6 points

9th place = 4 points

10th place = 2 points

Participation Points = 2 points

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