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Date:
Sat, Sep 26, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Location:
9750 State Route 185
Piqua, Ohio
45318
United States
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7 Miles Gravel Run Trail

RACE START TIME: 9 AM

WHERE: Stillwater Prairie Reserve. (9750 SR 185, Covington, Ohio 45318)

DIRECTIONS: From Interstate 75 north & south, get off on exit 74, which is St Rt 41, in Troy. Go west, out of Troy, to Covington. 41 stops at State Route 48. Go north on SR 48 through & out of town, & SR 185 is a few miles out of town. Go west & Stillwater Prairie is a couple of miles down the road on the left. There are signs.

PARKING: After entering the Park Entrance, take the first left toward the Big Bluestem Shelter. Big Bluestem Shelter can be found on the right side of this MAP.

WATER: It is recommended that you carry it with you! There will be an unmanned water station about two miles into each loop. Because this is a 2 loop course, participants do have the option to set up their own personal mini-aid station along the course to grab a bottle of water, nutrition, etc. before starting their 2nd loop. If you do this, make sure that you mark/identify your stuff so that it is easily recognized as yours!

COURSE: The course consists of 2 loops of 3.6 miles. 75% dirt or mulched trails, 10% gravel, 15% meadow with multiple river crossings of the Stillwater River (about mid-calf). Flush toilets are available at the start/finish.

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) – All participants will receive a finisher’s award upon completing the course, so make sure that you enjoy the beautiful venue and the journey on the trails!

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: Jim Bulach

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!

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