Florida · Saturday, April 4, 2026
The Croom Fools Run 50M/50K/16M is a 50k, running, and ultra event held on Saturday, April 4, 2026.
Hot August Night Trail Race is a 5 mile, 10 mile, or 20 mile night trail race in the Citrus Tract of the Withlacoochee Forest. Join us under the stars and take in the natural beauty and magic of the forest at night.
The race starts and ends in Holder Mine, Inverness, FL.
Headlamps/Flashlights are REQUIRED during the race. Dress in bright colors and use your creativity to make your outfits "lit"
Race Details:
The course will be marked with reflective pins and glow sticks. It is entirely on single-track trails. The trails wind through the woods and are packed sand or pine-needle covered, with some gentle ups-and-downs. At the completion of each loop, participants should cross the timing mat.
Packet Pickup: Begins at 5pm and continues until 7:25pm.
20 Mile Race start: 6pm. Runners must begin 2nd loop by 8:30pm. 2 X 10 mile loops.
10 Mile Race start: 7pm 1 X 10 mile loop.
5 Mile Race start: 7:30pm 1 X 5 mile loop.
Check-in will start 45 minutes prior to the start of the event you are registered for. The course closes for all distances at 11:00 pm.
Aid Stations:
5-mile loop: There will be a hydration station on-course (approx 2.4 miles), an aid station at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
10-mile loop: There will be a hydration station & staffed aid station on-course, another aid station available at the finish line, and a post-race picnic.
20-mile loop: Two 10-mile loops!
Bring a camp chair and stick around after the race to celebrate your accomplishments! Every finisher earns a handcrafted medal.
Camping:
There are RV and tent sites available in the Holder Mine Campground. - Book a campsite.
The 9/11 Heroes Run 5K welcomes runners, ruckers, and walkers of all ages and fitness levels to honor the heroes of 9/11 and those who've served our nations since. We activate & unite communities and empower local veterans, active duty, first responders, and families of the fallen.
TMF is proud to partner with GORUCK again with rucking divisions at every run. Rucking is a sport based on special forces training in which participants walk or run while carrying weighted rucksacks. All participants registered for the GORUCK division will earn this year's exclusive TMF GORUCK patch. Learn more about GORUCK here.
Join us on Saturday, November 14, 2026, from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM as we celebrate our veterans with a 5K race! The event will include food trucks, awards ceremony, organizations supporting veterans, and more. All ages are welcome. This event is a collaboration between the Veterans Council of Clay County, Florida and the Clay County Board of County Commissioners. Everyone is welcome to participate in the 5K race. The racecourse is not certified for competition.
Clay Vets Day 5k 26 is "Tougher than you think!" First 250 registrants receive a race t-shirt, bib, chip timing, finisher medal, quality refreshments, and camaraderie in the Clay County community. Static displays, music, food trucks, Veteran supporting organizations, and more! YES: strollers, wheelchairs, & walkers!
Packet pickup times and location: 1st packet pickup opportunity is November 7th from 10 am to 2 pm at the Oakleaf Community Park, 3979 Plantation Oaks Blvd Orange Park. The last packet pickup opportunity is just before the race on November 9th from 6:30 am to 7:15 am. Bring ID to pick up. Transfers are allowed through Friday evening.
Awards for Fastest High School Track Team and Fastest ROTC Team! Register for the race individually (minimum four runners per team), provide written team names to the registration table, and start and finish the race together to compete for the awards!
NOTE FOR REGISTRANTS: Select the appropriate registration button. When you reach the "DONATION" page, press the continue button at the bottom if no donations are planned (other than the race charge). This will take you to the race payment page.
All proceeds will go to the Veterans Council Clay County, Florida, Inc.
Veterans Council Clay County Florida, Inc (EIN: 86-1868391) Vision: Clay County will be recognized as a model community that unifies, informs, and advocates effectively for its veterans and their families through coordinated leadership and a strong coalition of veterans’ organizations. We are a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization. https://clayveterans.com
Specifically, proceeds from the 5k will support Veterans and their families by funding the Council's efforts to advocate, communicate, and organize on behalf of Veterans. Additionally, the funds will be used to sustain the Clay Veterans Center that provides the Open-Door, VetTech, & Support Services Programs, as well as hosting the www.ClayVeterans.com Connection Programs.
Awards: We will award the Overall Fastest Male and Female in each age group category: 12 and younger, 13-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, and 70 and older. We will also award the Overall Fastest Male and Female in the wheelchair race.
Packet Pick-Up Location and Times: Friday, November 13th, 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM at the: to be established location. *Please bring a photo ID to pick up your packet. You can also pick up other people's packets with a copy of their ID.
Parking: Parking will be available on-site at no charge. Carpooling is encouraged.
Race Day Packet Pickup and Registration: If you are picking up your packet OR registering on November 14th, 2026 please arrive at NO LATER THAN 7:15 AM.
Race Day Schedule:
6:30 AM - Registration Opens
7:20 AM - Opening ceremony with Special Guest Speakers
7:45 AM - Warmup & Stretch
8:00 AM - 5K Run/Walk
9:30 AM - Awards, Recognitions & Veterans Day Ceremony
Spectators: We encourage you to invite your friends and family to cheer you on.
Course Route: TBD
Sponsorship Opportunities:
We offer various sponsorship levels for businesses and individuals who want to support our cause. For more information, please contact [email protected] or (904) 658-0105
Vendor Opportunities:
We offer vendor opportunities for businesses and individuals who want to support our cause. For more information, please contact [email protected] or (904) 658-0105
Volunteer Opportunities:
Want to help out? We are looking for volunteers to assist with various tasks on the day of the event. For more information, please contact [email protected] or (904) 658-0105