Ezra J. Hartke 5K/10K Race for Hope

The St Chris 2-miler

Presented by the Knights of Columbus 12912

July 18, 2025

"finally, not just another 5k"

Where: St Christopher Church, 435 E National Rd, Vandalia, OH at the corner of Route 40 Exit and I-75'

When: 8:30am Race Day registration begins at 7:30am

Why: All proceeds help support the Vandalia-Butler Food Pantry

Course: Very flat & fast 2.0 Mile course through neighborhood streets with the start and finish at the Church

Awards: Special Awards to top overall Male and Female. Sock awards to the top 3 male and female finishers in each age group.

Team Race Awards: The top Female, Male and Co-ed teams will receive sock awards for their top 5 scoring members. Teams must have a minimum of 5 members to compete (no maximum). Team winners will be determined by adding the times of the top 5 fastest members.

Male and Female Age Groups 10 & under, 11-14, 15-19, 20-24, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-69, 70 & Over

Entry Fee: Pre-registration $23 (T-shirt is guaranteed if registered by July 12th), or $15 without a shirt ( just check no shirt during registration! ). Race-day fee $25 for all (t-shirts while extras last) $5 discount for 17 & Under as well as 65 and Over

Extras: Refreshments and Door Prizes (many door prizes!)

“for I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me”

Questions: Contact Kristy Collins at text 937-520-4484 or email [email protected] / Lonnie Adkins text 937-422-2295 or email [email protected]

St Chris 2 Miler Presented by:

Knights of Columbus, Father Aufderheide Council 12912

P.O. Box 57

Vandalia, Ohio 45377

Proceeds benefitTHE REC

Swim at the Troy Aquatic Park, Bike Hobart Arena, Troy Park and Bike Path and Run at Troy Memorial Stadium

AGE 13 - 14 (start time 7:30 am)

Swim 200 yards

Bike 4.5 Miles

Run 1.25 Miles

AGE 11 -12 (start time 8:00 am)

Swim 150 yards

Bike 4 Miles

Run 1 Mile

AGE 9-10 (start time 8:45 am)

Swim 100 yards

Bike 2.6 Miles

Run .75 Mile

AGE 7 - 8 (start time 9:30 am)

Swim 50 yards

Bike 2 Miles

Run .5 Mile

AGE 4-6 (start time 10:15 am)

Swim 25 yards

Bike .88 Miles

Run .25 Mile

Registration fee prior to July 5, 2026: $30 per participant additional siblings in same family $20 each

Registration fee July 5 – Race Day: $35

Registration fee includes: t-shirt, finisher’s medal for all participants, goodie bag, and post race refreshments. Awards for top 3 girls and boys in each age group.

All Participants must wear a helmet. Age of participant as of July 19, 2026.

Your Adventure Starts Here!

Hosted by the Miami Valley Orienteering Club

Join us for a fast-paced, fun, and family-friendly orienteering adventure! Perfect for beginners, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, and first-time explorers alike.

🧭 What Is Orienteering?

Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints across varied terrain. It combines strategy, speed, problem-solving, and exploration—think of it as a real-world treasure hunt!

🗺️ How It Works

Participants have up to two hours to find controls on the course of their choice:

• White – Beginner

• Yellow – Novice

• Orange – Advanced

• Green/Red – Elite

We provide everything you need:

• High-quality course maps

• Chip timing

• Loaner compasses

• One-on-one beginner instruction

Own the Terrain. Master the Map.

🌧️ Rain, Snow, or Shine!

Dress for the weather and come ready to run, hike, navigate, and explore. The adventure goes on in any condition!

🌟 Choose Your Challenge

Whether you’re racing competitively or enjoying a leisurely scavenger-hunt-style walk through the park, this event has something for everyone.

Test Your Skills. Trust Your Compass.

HISTORY: This race is named after the town of Tadmor, Ohio that was once the central hub of transportation in Montgomery County, Ohio. Tadmor was unfortunately destroyed by the Great Flood of 1913. The course will take you almost to the location of the historical site of Tadmor, Ohio, nestled inside Taylorsville Metropark.

RACE START TIME: 8:00 AM

PARKING: Please park at Kyle Park. The location is 500 South 1st Street, Tipp City, Ohio. A map may be found here.

REGISTRATION: Registration is available to all through RunSignup prior to the race. Online registration remains open until approximately 15 minutes before race start and can be done in-person at the race. Hard copy registration sheets are also available on race day if needed. Minors may be registered on RunSignup by a parent or guardian or in-person with a parent or guardian present to sign the waiver.

CHECK-IN: All participants must check-in before the race and attach their assigned timing chip to one of their shoes. Look for the table with the green tablecloth to get your chip.

We recommend you arrive at least one hour before the race to park, check in, and warm-up prior to the race start.

FEES:

All Current ORRRC Members Run for Free (Fee waived automatically when your RSU membership profile is used, or bring your card/proof of membership to the event)

Non-Members:

– $10 for ages 15 and up

– Free for ages 14 and under

Members, if you don't register through RunSignup, you absolutely MUST show proof of membership on race day to be eligible for the member fees! No exceptions!

Not an ORRRC Member? Click here to find out how to become a member and learn the benefits of membership. You'll also get the option to join during registration.

AWARDS: First Overall Male/Female, First Male/Female Masters (40 and over), First Grand Master Male/Female (50 and over), First Male/Female Senior (60 and over) – Recipients of overall awards are not eligible for age group awards. Age group categories : 9 and under (non-competitive, all finishers are winners), 10-14, 15-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80 & up.

ANIMAL POLICY: Due to our insurance coverage, animals are not permitted at any ORRRC event. The only exception is service dogs, which must be clearly identified. Persons with any other animals will be removed from the event (will not be issued a timing chip, and will not appear in results or photos). We thank you in advance for your cooperation!

RACE DIRECTOR: Heather Hawkins and Shannon Shelton Miller

VOLUNTEERS: Meet some new friends and have a great time while making a valuable contribution to the local running community by volunteering at this event. If you would like to help, please sign up on the volunteer tab, and we’ll be sure to find a job for you!