New Madison Eldorado United Methodist 5K Mission Run/Walk

🌟 Join Us for a Great Cause!

Lace up your shoes and be part of an exciting, family-friendly event supporting Elizabeth’s New Life Center. ENLC is an impactful network of pregnancy resource centers, healthy relationship education for students through New Generation Youth Education, and strengthening couples through Marriage Works! Ohio. Every step you take helps make a difference!

👕 Official event shirts will be available for purchase on-site or to pre-order send your information using the "Questions?" button below. Grab yours and show your support - 100% of T-shirt proceeds benefit ENLC!

⏰ Race Day Schedule:

Check-in begins at 7:45 a.m. — come early, get checked in, and get ready for a great morning!

🏃‍♀️ The Course:

Enjoy a fast, mostly flat route along the scenic lower path at the Englewood Dam — perfect for runners chasing a PR and walkers looking for a relaxing stroll.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fun for Everyone:

This is a true community event! Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome, and yes — your furry friends can join too (just please clean up after them).

💧 Post-Race Refreshments:

Celebrate your accomplishment with snacks and water waiting for you at the finish line!

Come out, bring your friends and family, and make it a morning of fitness, fun, and impact. We can’t wait to see you there!

BREAST CANCER AWARENESS 5K

Saturday July 25, 2026 8:30AM

Where:

Annie Oakley Memorial Park: Intersections of South Broadway, Martin Street (OH 571) and Washington Street (OH 49) Greenville, Ohio 45331

Race Details:

PACKET PICKUP: Friday, July 24th from 4:00pm-7:00pm OR you can pick up your packet on race day beginning at 6:30 am until 8:00 am. Packet pickup is at the Gospel Baptist Church Recreational Building (115 West 5th Street, Greenville, OH).

RACE DAY: Saturday, July 25th. Adult 5k run or walk begins at 8:30 am. There is a 'kids' run that begins at 8:00 am. (This is for younger kids; they run to the fountain and back).

RACE COST:

Ages 12 & Under = $10 per person (No Shirt) IF pre-registered by midnight of July 10,2026

Ages 13 & Over = $25 per person (No Shirt) IF pre-registered by midnight of July 10, 2026

All Ages = $30 per person (WITH Shirt) IF pre-registered by midnight of July 10, 2026

All Ages = $35 per person IF registration occurs July 11-25, 2025 (NO shirt)

Choose the "No T-Shirt" option during the registration process to receive the price difference

5K Divisions: 9 and under, 10-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 and over

Race Incentives: Race Shirt, electronic chip timing, post-race refreshments (Farmer Brown Concessions), door prizes, silent auction and FREE CAR give-a-way (Dave Knapp Ford). All proceeds will support Breast Cancer Awareness of Darke County.

Post Race Events: Awards, silent auction and post race refreshments will occur at approximately 11:00 am at Dave Knapp Ford. You must be at least 18 years of age and present to win the car.

Race Contact: [email protected]

The Gauntlet Mud Run is an exciting race featuring natural terrain and military-inspired obstacles that challenge participants to work together and persevere. Competitors will face walls to climb, ropes to swing across, and mud to crawl through—the more obstacles you conquer, the muddier you get!

While the event is a fun community activity, top finishers will be rewarded. The top two male and female runners in each age group (13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69) will be recognized. The Top Overall Finisher will receive a $100 cash prize, and additional awards will go to the Largest Team, Largest School, and Fastest Team.

All registrants will receive a free drink token, a finisher's medal, and a t-shirt (if registered by July 15th).

Event Location: Chenoweth Trails, home of the Light Foundation —a nonprofit dedicated to providing youth with opportunities that inspire passion, purpose, and success. All event proceeds benefit the Light Foundation.

Race Waves: The first wave starts at 10:00 a.m., with new waves every 15 minutes. Select your preferred wave during online registration. Participants should arrive 1 hour prior to their wave for warm-up and check-in. Be at the start line 15 minutes before your wave.

Kids Race: The Kids Race (ages 5-12) starts at 12:00 p.m. sharp! Any registered adult can join at no extra charge. Parents must be registered participants to run with their children. It's a great family-friendly event!

Team Pricing - Special pricing for teams:

-50+ participants: $50 per person

-10+ participants: $55 per person

Parking: Parking is close to registration and FREE.

Bag Check: Bag check is located at registration. It closes at 12:00 pm or when the last adult wave is back from the course. It is FREE!

Obstacle Details: Expect a mix of natural and man-made military-inspired obstacles full of mud, water, and more!

Water Stations: There will be two water stations: one midway and one at the finish line.

Kids Zone: A fun area for children, featuring bouncy houses, games, face painting, and more, run by volunteers.

Food, Drink, & Beer Tent: After the race, enjoy an ice-cold beer, food, and entertainment. All participants get one free beer token with registration. Additional beer and food will be available for purchase (cash only). No outside food or drinks are allowed. Please bring a valid photo ID to consume alcohol. DO NOT DRINK & DRIVE.

Spectators Welcome: Family and friends are encouraged to come cheer on participants! There will be designated areas along the course for viewing.

Awards Ceremony: Awards will be presented at 12:30 p.m.

Vendors: Interested in being a vendor? Email us at [email protected]

Invite Friends: Like our page and invite friends on Facebook: The Gauntlet Mud Run (https://www.facebook.com/TheGauntletMudRun)

Safety Rules:

• Course Hazards: The Gauntlet Mud Run is designed to challenge participants. Only attempt obstacles you’re comfortable with. Notify a race official if you’re injured or unsafe.

• Waiver: By registering, you agree to the Chenoweth Trails waiver and acknowledge the risks of participating.

• Eligibility: Participants must be physically able to complete the course. No one under 12 is allowed on the main course (kids may participate in the Kids Course at noon).

• Race Bibs: Participants must wear their race bib facing forward.

• Photographers: The Light Foundation may use event photos and video footage for promotional purposes.

• Prohibited Items: No animals, strollers, joggers, bicycles, or recreational vehicles on the course.

• Disqualification: Disrespecting race officials, unsportsmanlike conduct, or cheating will lead to disqualification.

• Medical Assistance: Medical personnel have the authority to remove participants from the event if needed.

• Alcohol Restrictions: No outside alcohol is allowed. Beer will be sold on-site for those 21+.

• Spectator Restrictions: Spectators may only be in designated areas; non-participants cannot enter the race course.

We’re excited to see you at the Gauntlet Mud Run! Your participation helps support the Light Foundation and its mission to provide life-changing opportunities for youth.

Join Darke County Parks for our 5th annual Tour de Darke!

Spend your Sunday morning in the saddle on a leisurely ride through the scenic countryside and quaint communities of Darke County. This event is not a race, and instead a tour of the sites. There are six scenic routes to appeal to all cyclists - Mini (14 miles), Bambino (25 miles), Medio (40 miles), Gran (65 miles), Gran Max (83 miles), Ultima (100 miles). All routes begin and end at the Bish Discovery Center (404 N. Ohio St., Greenville OH 45331)

In order to ensure proper support from our volunteers, we ask all cyclists to begin their ride as listed below.

~~ Mini - start at 8am; no later than 9am

~~ Bambino/Medio - start at 7am; no later than 8:30am

~~ Gran- start at 7am; no later than 7:30am

~~ Gran Max- start at 6:45am; no later than 7am

~~ Ultima - start at 6:45am; no later than 7am

Cyclists are encouraged to finish their selected course by 2pm - please adjust your departure time as needed. Thank you.

Fully Supported w/ Rest Stops (snacks/drinks!) and SAG provided.

All roads are marked and a portion will include the Tecumseh Trail Multi-use Bike Path, with proceeds benefitting future bike trail projects. Register early to get the best price!

First time or just Looking for a Group (LFG)? We encourage solo riders and/or willing group leaders to gather at our "LFG" yard signs at the starting area. Hang out around the area, discuss desired ride speeds, and let cycling magic happen! While we can't guarantee a group pace that fits your needs, we are asking our awesome riders to consider letting others join you for that peloton group ride effect and fun! Please note, LFG riders will plan on leaving within 5-10mins of the set start time for each route... please be prompt.

Pre-order a Tour de Darke Jersey to wear during your tour past iconic Darke County locations such as Maid-Rite and Historic Bear’s Mill. - Check out our store link above to order! Custom Jersey pre-orders CLOSE mid-May (date TBD). There will be NO OPTION to purchase a jersey or shirt after these deadlines. Please ask if you have questions on sizing, as we may not be able to exchange.

Parking will be near the start location (requiring a short ride to the registration site), and details will be listed here or emailed closer to the event.

Food - Coffee will be available from Blue Bus Coffee beginning at 8:30 am, and throughout the "after-party," & we have an After-Tour Brunch option for those who pre-register.

Join us for our 4th annual aMAZing 5k trail run at the beautiful Garber Nature Center. Due to the increasing participation, we're now giving awards to the top male and female finishers of each 10-year age group. Walkers are also welcome. All proceeds go to the Friends of the Preble County Park District.

Registration for $35 includes a t-shirt. Children 12 and under are only $25 with a registered adult. If you don't want a shirt, pick the no-shirt option and save $10.