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The Huntington Mile

Open Water Swim Series & Race

USMS-Sanctioned (pending)

📍 Lake Clare | Huntington, Indiana

1005 N Broadway Ave. (Fire Station side of lake)

EVENT OVERVIEW

The Huntington Mile is a one-mile and two-mile USMS-sanctioned open water swim race held at Lake Clare, a 65+ acre recreational lake in Huntington, Indiana. This event is designed for experienced open water swimmers and is presented and organized by L4L Community Studios, a volunteer-operated 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

The Huntington Mile Open Water Swim Series & Race serves as a fundraiser for L4L Aquatics programming and helps bring awareness to open water swimming, water safety, and community-based endurance sport. Throughout the season and on race day, swimmers are supported by the L4L Aquatics Safety Team both on land and in the water.

HOST & AFFILIATION

Join USMS Swim Club L4L Aquatics (L4LA) and our host organization, L4L Community Studios, for the 2026 Huntington Mile Open Water Swim Series & Race at Lake Clare.

2026 Race Date:

🗓 Sunday, September 13, 2026

⏰ 9:00 AM Start

🌊 SUMMER SUNDAYS — OPEN WATER PRACTICES

In addition to race day, the L4L Aquatics Team returns for its 7th season offering weekly open water swim practices at Lake Clare.

#SummerSundays2026

🗓 May 17 – September 27, 2026

⏰ Sundays | 1:00–3:00 PM

Summer Sundays provide a 300–500 yard triangular open water practice course and serve as race-course familiarization for Huntington Mile participants. These sessions are ideal for experienced swimmers and those looking to safely explore open water swimming in a supported environment.

Eligibility:

Experienced swimmers 14 years and older (practices only - must be 18+ for race)

Pricing & Registration

• Season Pass available at a discounted rate

• Early Bird pricing through May 18

Suggested Daily Donation:

• $10 USMS / USAT members

(Discount codes: USMS2026, USAT2026)

• $20 non-members

Season Pass Benefit (New for 2026!)

Registration for The Huntington Mile race is INCLUDED with purchase of the Summer Sundays Season Pass.

Season Pass holders receive:

• Unlimited access to #SummerSundays2026 open water practices

• Complimentary race registration for The Huntington Mile (one distance)

• Priority course familiarity and safety briefings throughout the season

👉 Season Pass: Summer Sundays - purchase pass by clicking on the "Season Pass: Summer Sundays" button on this page

👉 Individual Sunday / Daily Practice Registration (this will take you to L4L Community Studios website sign up link for individual Summer Sundays OWS Practices)

👉Private Practice Registration

ABOUT THE VENUE — LAKE CLARE

Lake Clare is a 65+ acre natural recreational area located on Huntington Township’s west line. The property offers year-round outdoor amenities including hiking trails, pavilions, fitness park, playground, picnic areas, fishing waters, and kayak/SUP rentals.

Lake Clare is also historically significant as the home training waters of legendary coach Glen Hummer, Olympians, USAT professional triathletes, and Masters endurance swimmers. The venue provides exceptional spectator viewing from shoreline vantage points above the swim course.

RACE DISTANCES

(USMS Sanctioning ID: PENDING)

September 13, 2026

• Two-Mile Open Water Swim

• Huntington Mile (Olympic Mile)

*All races begin and finish on the beach using a running beach start and finish.

COURSE DESCRIPTION

Courses are configured as out-and-back triangular loops, marked with:

• Large yellow corner buoys

• Orange sighting buoys

• Distance-specific buoy colors and cap colors

REGISTRATION & PACKET PICKUP

Race Day Packet Pickup:

🕖 7:00–7:45 AM

Race Day In-Person Registration:

🕡 6:45–7:45 AM

Please bring:

• Photo ID

• USMS License (if applicable)

• USMS One-Event (OEVT): Available race day if applicable

• 2026 OEVT Fee: $20

Accepted Payments:

Cash, check, credit/debit (3% processing fee)

Alternate payment methods (CashApp, Venmo, cryptocurrency):

📧 graystongrace@gmail.com

ENTRY FEES

Entry fees support:

• Safety & rescue operations (lifeguards, watercraft, EMTs)

• Course equipment & buoys

• USMS/USA Swimming sanctioning & insurance

• Officials & referees

• Swim caps, awards, timing, and select pre/post-race food & drink

• T-shirts are optional and not guaranteed after August 31, 2026.

Pricing:

Two-Mile Swim

$40 until May 18

$45 until September 6

$55 race week

Huntington Mile

$35 until May 18

$40 until September 6

$50 race week

👉 Register Now (button)

TIMING & NUMBERING

• Chip timing provided when participation exceeds 20 swimmers (RaceMaker Productions)

• Under 20 swimmers: hand timing

• Timing chips provided in race packets

• Mandatory body marking and provided swim cap must be worn

SAFETY & CUT-OFFS

Safety support includes professional emergency services and trained volunteers on:

• Kayaks

• Paddleboards

• John Boats

*Swimmers must attend the mandatory safety briefing prior to racing.

⏱ 2-Mile Cut-Off:

Swimmers unable to complete the course in 2 hours 30 minutes will be listed as DNF. Those swimmers are encouraged to participate in shorter distances or train with L4L Aquatics Summer Sundays.

RULES & EQUIPMENT

• Governed by 2026 USMS Open Water & Long Distance Rules

• Swim caps and body numbers are mandatory

• Wetsuits permitted per USMS/USA Swimming temperature guidelines

📎 Full USMS Rules: www.usms.org

• Rules will be reviewed at the pre-race meeting.

CHECK-IN & PRE-RACE MEETING

• Check-in required 45 minutes before race start

• Mandatory pre-race briefing 30 minutes before first start

• Failure to attend may result in disqualification

REFUND POLICY

There are no refunds or deferrals for this event.

In the event of cancellation, shortened race, or inclement weather, no refunds will be issued.

RESULTS & AWARDS

• Results posted on this website and on-site

• Awards for Top 3 Male & Female in each distance and age division

• No relays

FACILITIES & AMENITIES

• Restrooms on site

• Concession stand open 8:00–11:30 AM

• Limited water available on course — plan accordingly

• Spectator-friendly shoreline viewing

FOR NON-SWIMMERS & FAMILIES

Lake Clare offers activities on both land and water. Browse the L4L Journey Event Schedule (link coming soon) for family-friendly programming.

Bring a chair, pack a snack, and enjoy one of Huntington’s most beautiful natural spaces.

Back for its fifth year, Wabash Run The River is a chip-timed race that starts in the heart of Wabash County and runs along the Wabash River! From competitive athletes to leisure runners, this event appeals to everyone! Choose run or walk options from a 13.1 half marathon, 10k, or 5k that will take you along the scenic WABASH RIVER TRAIL located along the Wabash River. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top male and female half-marathon, 10K, and 5K finishers.

🧡 BIG THANK YOU TO CHITTICK INSURANCE, OUR CORPORATE SPONSOR! 🧡

FRIDAY:

Evening - Runner check-in/packet pick-up at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground

5 PM - 8 PM - Wabash First Friday family-friendly street festival

SATURDAY:

Morning- Runner check-in/packet pick-up & day of registration at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground

8:30 AM - Half marathon start

8:45 AM - MyTeam Triumph start

9 AM - 10K/5K start

11 AM - Awards

12 PM - Course closes

MORE DETAILS:

New this year — every participant will receive a Finisher Medal!

Youth Pricing – 17 and younger are $25 🤩 (they are ineligible for prize money)

Stroller – Kiddos in strollers are free 👶🏻

CASH PRIZES

🧡 Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, we offer cash prizes for the top 3 overall finishers for male and female athletes! 🧡 *Youth, 17 and under, are not eligible for cash prizes*

EVEN MORE RACE DAY DETAILS:

CHIP TIMER: Crossroads Event and Timing ⏱️

START/FINISH LINE: Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground 🛹

TERRAIN: Race will be on mostly paved trail with less than a mile of the half marathon on crushed gravel

PARKING: There are several parking lots around Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground. We will have “EVENT PARKING” signs in the lots that are available to our participants. A few parking lots include the Honeywell Center, Pathfinder Services, YMCA’s big lot, and Clear Water Solutions. Again - look for the “EVENT PARKING” signs. See the parking map <HERE>.

BATHROOMS: There will be several portable restrooms available at Friendship Hill Inclusive Playground and at each water station along the course.

WEATHER: The event takes place RAIN OR SHINE with no inclement weather backup date. Some of the best and most memorable runs take place on days that aren't 70, sunny, and with no wind. No matter what the weather forecast says, run safely and make the most of it because we are sure glad you are here!

The Director of Wabash County Emergency Management monitors the weather conditions closely. Should the event need to be canceled due to unsafe weather conditions, a notification will appear on the website and be pushed via the Wabash County Adventure Series Facebook page. Please note that no refunds are issued due to the advance purchase of hospitality services and support resources.

RESULTS: After crossing the finish line there will be a few Results QR codes near the finisher water station. The results are updated every couple of minutes. You can scan the QR code and or check the results on RUNSIGNUP.

AWARDS: The awards ceremony will be at 11 AM near the start/finish line. Thanks to our Corporate Sponsor, Chittick Insurance, we offer cash prizes for the top 3 overall finishers for male and female athletes! Cash prizes will be awarded to the overall top female and male finishers for the Half, the 10K, and the 5K.

**High school and college athletes are ineligible to accept cash rewards in accordance with IHSAA regulations. Should a high school or college athlete place first, second or third, in any of the WRTR races those funds will be donated to a local charity in their honor. It is up to the athlete to comply with all IHSAA regulations and not the responsibility of WRTR or its staff and volunteers to enforce said guidelines.**

2025 DIGITAL COURSE MAPS:

Half Marathon Garmin Map HERE

10K Garmin Map HERE

5K Garmin Map HERE

*Will be updated closer to June 6th*

TERRAIN: The race will be either on the road or a paved path. There will be turnaround flags on the course for each race with verification mats to know when you have reached the halfway point for each race length.

WATER STATIONS: There will be 4 water stations along the trail: located at 1 mile, 2 miles, 4 miles, 6 miles. As you return, runners will hit the same water stops. Portable bathrooms are available at each water station. Water and Gatorade will be available at each water station.

Bananas, Gatorade, and water will be available at the finish line.

WRTR GEAR: Event muscle tanks are provided at the event for registrations though the April 30th deadline and can be picked up during check-in. All muscle tanks are adult sizes. Participants can check back by check-in/registration at 11:15 AM to see if there are any extra pint glasses or tanks available at a first-come, first-served basis. Thank you in advance for your kind understanding.

Please note registrations are non-refundable or transferable.

MAKE IT A WEEKEND: Join us for an unforgettable event! Arrive early, secure your hotel or Airbnb, and savor the excitement of the First Friday street festival, outdoor adventures, arts & entertainment, museums, and more! Stay and play in Wabash County! LEARN MORE!

Warren Riverside Run 5k Run/Walk

Join us for the 3rd Annual Warren Riverside Run, a 5k run & walk, along the Salamonie River and celebrate with us afterwards at our post-race party at Riverside Park. All proceeds benefit Warren Chamber of Commerce.

The race will take place on Saturday, October 10th, 2026 at 8:30am. The start/finish line will be located at Riverside Park, 126 E 1st St, Warren, IN 46792. The route for this 5k will take you across the bridge, along the Salamonie River, and around Riverside Park.

Registration & Fees

Register early!

$25 per runner/walker until September 1st. At 12:01 AM on September 1st, fee increases to $30. Day of registration fee is $35.

Race shirts are only guaranteed to those who register BY SEPTEMBER 12th.

Registration Open to Only the first 200 Registrants!

Packet Pickup

Saturday Oct. 10th @ Riverside Park (126 E. First St. Warren IN 46792)

7:00am-8:00am

What do I receive?

All in-person participants will receive:

• A Riverside Run 5K race shirt*

• A race bib

• A unique finisher award!

• Post-race goodies

*The cutoff for a guaranteed t-shirt size is September 12th. If you missed the t-shirt cutoff please check back after the race to see if there are any left-over shirts for exchange.

• Children 7 & under can run/walk with their parents free of charge but they will not be timed or receive any race materials. If you would like for your child to be timed or receive race materials they must be registered for the event.

All participants must wear their bib# on the front of their bodies on their outermost layer of clothing in order to be properly timed. If you do not wear your bib# properly we cannot guarantee that you will be properly timed.

Awards

All overall and age group participant placers will receive an award. The award ceremony for the overall winners will begin at 9:45 A.M. with age category winners to follow.

-The top three Males and Females in the 5k will receive an award

-The top three Males and Females Masters in the 5k will receive an award

• There will also be awards for the top 3 males and females in each age group

MUST BE PRESENT TO RECEIVE AWARDS

October 10th, 2026

8:30 a.m.

Riverside Park

126 E. First St. Warren IN 46792

Parking

Public Parking is available at the gravel lot beside 100 N Main St. Warren IN. There is also street parking available near the park.

Guidelines for Dogs Attending the Event

All dogs must be kept on a non-retractable leash and under supervision at all times.

Owners are responsible for cleaning up after their dogs.

Any dog displaying aggressive behavior toward people or other dogs must be immediately removed from the event by its owner.

Photography Waiver and Audio/Video Recording Policy

By participating in the Warren Riverside Run 5k, you grant the event the right to use your name, photograph, and/or video in educational, news, or promotional materials, whether in print, electronic, or other media, including our website and social media platforms.

Photos provided by Greenbear Digital Media: https://www.greenbeardigitalmedia.com/

Inclement Weather & Refunds

This event raises funds for the Warren Area Chamber and there will be no refunds if the race must be canceled due to inclement weather. We will hold the race as long as conditions do not make holding it dangerous to competitors. If the race is canceled, you can still pick up your race packet at Riverside Park. Information for that will be posted as needed.

There will also not be any refunds given if you are unable to attend the event after registering. All funds from the Riverside Run fund the Warren Chamber and their help to the community throughout the year.

Race Timing and Results Provided By:

REVIVAL TRACK CLUB

https://www.revivaltrackclub.com/

The Pathfinder Early Learning Center Turkey Trot is a Thanksgiving tradition in Huntington County. The Turkey Trot is a 5K run and 1 Mile Walk. Our new location starts at Pathfinder’s Administrative offices, going around the beautiful Pehkokia Woods and passing the Izaak Walton League on the way back. We plan on seeing our 1,100+ participants, along with spectators and fans. Money raised supports the children and programming at the Early Learning Center.