Cedar Fest 5k

🎃 MVOC Pumpkin Hunt

John Bryan State Park / Camp Birch

Your Adventure Starts Here!

Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering Club

Event Directors: Larry Berna & Scott Lefgren

Join us for a fun, fast-paced, and family-friendly orienteering adventure set in the beautiful woods of John Bryan State Park and Camp Birch. Whether you’re brand new to orienteering or a seasoned navigator, runner, hiker, or explorer—this event is for you!

🧭 What Is Orienteering?

Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints across varied terrain. It blends strategy, speed, problem-solving, and exploration—a real-world treasure hunt for all ages.

🗺️ Choose Your Course

You’ll have up to two hours to complete the course that fits your skill level:

White – Beginner

Yellow – Novice

Orange – Advanced

Green / Red – Elite

We provide everything you need to succeed:

High-quality course maps

Electronic chip timing

Loaner compasses

One-on-one beginner instruction

🌟 Own the Terrain. Master the Map.

Race the clock, test your navigation skills, or enjoy a relaxed, scavenger-hunt-style walk through the park. Compete seriously—or just soak in the fall scenery.

🌧️ Rain, Snow, or Shine!

Dress for the weather and come ready to run, hike, navigate, and explore. The Pumpkin Hunt happens no matter what Mother Nature has planned.

Test your skills. Trust your compass. Celebrate the season outdoors. 🎃🧭

RACE START: 8:30 a.m.

PARKING: John Bryan State Park (Use this address: 3790 State Route 370, Yellow Springs, OH)

TIMING CUTOFFS: This trail race is a friendly race with generous cut-offs. You will have 4.5 hours to complete the distance. You must reach the final aid station by 3.5 hours (12 PM).

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: Runners who cross the finish line before the cutoff time will receive a commemorative finisher award.

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: KAYLA EDWARDS

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!