A Day in the Park

Camp Hook Trail Runs is an authentic weekend of 4-hour events presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club and offers runners the opportunity to participate in 4-Hour Solo and 4-Hour Team Relay events.

The historic former scout camp, Camp Hook, sits at the southern end of Twin Creek MetroPark. Both races will be on the scenic purple trail and use of single track around Lake George. Spring growth delivers spectacular views along with blooming Redbud trees.

DATE & TIME

SOLO RACE: Saturday, April 11, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

RELAY RACE: Sunday, April 12, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

LOCATION

Twin Creek MetroPark

Event Area: Camp Hook located @ Southern Point of Park

8539 Morningstar Rd, Franklin, OH 45005

Look for Access Road on West Side of Morningstar marked with Lake George & Camp

Hook Signage. Pass Lake George and head up hill to event parking.

COURSE

• LENGTH: A 1.85 mile(ish) loop!

• RELAY CONCEPT: One team member on the loop (it's a team event), with teammates alternating loops!

• COMPOSITION: 5% Grass / 95% Trails with Roots

• ELEVATION: Moderate Elevation

• OBSTACLES: 1 Dry Creek Bed Crossing (Weather Dependent)

RELAY

• This will be a 2-or-3 Person Team Event. No Individual Participants (find a running buddy, form a team)

• Event will be capped at 90 runners due to occupancy limitations. Wait list will be generated if demand exceeds our allowed number of runners.

• Please create your team and look for Run Sign Up announcements on ORRRC website and our social media platforms.

SOLO

• This will be an individual race to challenge yourself for 4 hours of fun! Use this day to achieve that 4HR PR or solid training run for upcoming Ultra races.

• Event will be capped at 60 runners. Wait list will be generated if demand exceeds our allowed number of runners.

COST

$25.00 PER PARTICIPANT (each race)

TIME LIMIT

Races will have a 4-hour running clock.

PACERS

Not allowed due to Five Rivers MetroParks occupancy limitations.

SOLO SCHEDULE

• 1:00 pm Gate is Open

• 1:00 - 1:45 - Solo Runner Check-In

• 1:55 - Race Announcements

• 2:00 - 6:00 Race Time

• 6:15 Solo Awards Presentation

RELAY SCHEDULE

• 8:00 am Gate is Open

• 8:00 - 8:45 Team Check In

• 8:55 – Race Announcements

• 9:00 – Relay Start with (1) Runner from Each Team

• 1:00 – Awesome Day of Team Racing Ends

• 1:15 – Team Awards

AWARDS

• Finisher awards for all participants.

SOLO: Top 5 Male & Female (most loops completed) - Receive placing award.

RELAY: The top three teams of categories below will be recognized upon completion of race and receive placing award. Placing based upon team cumulative loop total.

(3) Categories

• All Female

• All Male

• Co-Ed

Special Relay Awards

• Best Team Costumes

• Best Decorated Team Camp

Special Award for competing both Races

START/FINISH AREA

The start/finish area will be within the Parade Field (large open meadow). Due to the length of race and waiting your turn to run a leg, feel free to bring camping/lawn chairs and limit (1) 10'x10' or smaller pop up canopy per team. We will create an organized camp within this area.

AID STATION

There will be (1) Aid Station located at the start/finish area. Traditional Ultra Race style snack/food, water, & drinks will be provided (free to all teams & volunteers).

CAMPING

Camp Hook contains (3) primitive camping areas: Tecumseh, Geronimo, & Little Turtle. All campsites are reserved for Saturday, April 12th. We have you covered if anyone desires to pitch a tent, have a campfire, and sleep beneath the stars. Firewood will be provided per Five Rivers MetroParks. Please email the Race Director if you choose to camp.

Fun Saturday Night Events for the Camping Crew

• Poker Run @ 7:30 PM - Prizes for the best two hands.

• S'more Ingredients provided.

Other great amenities: Grill Grate on Swivel @ Fire Pits, Picnic Tables, & Outhouse within each Campsite. No Electric or Water

RESTROOM

Participants will have access to (1) permanent outhouse within parking lot and there are (3) additional permanent outhouses located within the (3) adjacent campsites.

VOLUNTEER

Check back on here or on Run Sign Up for link to sign up to Volunteer!

RACE DIRECTOR

Micah Lipps

For this year's Miles for Mark 5k, we will return to Yankee Park for another evening Glow Run. We have a flat and fast course, all within the trail system at Yankee Park.

The Mark Andrew Kreusch Memorial Fund was founded by his family to honor Mark's life and spirit. Mark was four years old when his life suddenly ended in a boating accident on August 11, 2007. Mark loved his family, his friends, and embraced life by enjoying all that he did. His zest for life shined through his smile and giggle. Mark's parents vowed to keep his spirit alive by enriching the lives of other children. His family and friends miss him dearly. Their dream is to continue his legacy. Through various projects the fund will "Leave a MARK on a child's life" with all proceeds benefitting the Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund.

T-shirts are guaranteed to all those registered by April 3. Walkers welcome!! $100 Family Pricing for families of 5 or more...

Event day packet pickup and registration will start at 7:30pm at Yankee Park.

The Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund is a Component Fund of the Dayton Foundation. For more information on the Mark A. Kreusch Memorial Fund, please visit our website.

Join the WOLF PACK for a trail 1/2 Marathon, 6 Hours of Power, 10K, 5K & 20K Relay in Caesar Creek State Park. A large sprawling lake, sunny meadows, and a wooded ravine await visitors at Caesar Creek. Come run with us!

Each participant receives a custom race bib, Hammer Nutrition fueling supplies, a souvenir race medal, access to discounted race swag, a certified/timed course, accurate/posted results, and access to a fantastic group of outdoor adventurers.

All races start near the Caesar Creek State Park campground. Look for Wolf Pack signs!

The Caesar Creek campground is nice, but it fills up quickly. Another fantastic option is to stay at the Rustic Retreat in Xenia (a short drive away). The owners of the Rustic Retreat, which includes vintage Airstream campers and cozy guest rooms, are PACK PASS members and sponsors of the Wolf Pack running series. You can contact them directly at (937) 829-1829.

Join the WOLF PACK for a trail 1/2 Marathon, 6 Hours of Power, 10K, 5K & 20K Relay in Caesar Creek State Park. A large sprawling lake, sunny meadows, and a wooded ravine await visitors at Caesar Creek. Come run with us!

Each participant receives a custom race bib, Hammer Nutrition fueling supplies, a souvenir race medal, access to discounted race swag, a certified/timed course, accurate/posted results, and access to a fantastic group of outdoor adventurers.

All races start near the Caesar Creek State Park campground. Look for Wolf Pack signs!

The Caesar Creek campground is nice, but it fills up quickly. Another fantastic option is to stay at the Rustic Retreat in Xenia (a short drive away). The owners of the Rustic Retreat, which includes vintage Airstream campers and cozy guest rooms, are PACK PASS members and sponsors of the Wolf Pack running series. You can contact them directly at (937) 829-1829.

Proceeds benefit Hospice Care of Middletown.

LOCATION: Woodside Cemetery and Arboretum, 1401 Woodside Blvd, Middletown. Participant parking across the street at Rosa Parks Elementary School and Barnitz Stadium.

EVENT DESCRIPTION: Flat course on paved trails through beautiful historic cemetery and arboretum. Chip timed 5K for runners and race walkers (Competitive walkers must walk ONLY). Shorter course loops available for recreational walkers (without chip timing).

Dogs are not permitted in the cemetery.

REGISTRATION: Pre-registration $15.00 (by April 19th for shirt) Race Day registration $20.00.

No registration fee for children 5 and under. Check-in and race day registration begins at 7:30 AM.

Please contact Ruth Lolli at 513-424-2273 for information on Corporate and Civic Group discounts. Online registration ends at 12pm on May 8th!

T-SHIRT PRICES: $12.00 for cotton or performance t-shirt. Race Day registration t-shirts will be available while supplies last.

Cutoff Date: T-shirt and memorial sign cutoff date is April 19th.

EARLY PACKET PICK-UP:

Friday, May 8th from 10a-4p and Saturday, May 9th from 9a-12noon. Hospice Care Office: 4418 Lewis St B, Middletown, OH 45044

AWARDS:

RUNNERS: Overall male/female and top 3 M/F in each age group; 12 and under, 13-19, then 5 yr. intervals through 75-79, then 80+

WALKERS: Top 3 male and female and top M/F in each age group; under 29, 30-49, 50-69, 70-79, 80+

Competitive Walkers must walk ONLY! If you are seen running at any point along the course you will be moved to the runner's competition.

POST-RACE: Snacks, drinks and lots of door prizes (must be pre-registered and present to win). Results will be posted here on the race website and brunningendurance.com

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT: Jenny Fink 513-424-2273 or 513-594-5650 (on race day)