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Barrington Rotary Club
and
Barrington After Hours Rotary Club
Present
The World's Largest Polio Walk
1 Mile * 2 Mile * 3 Mile
10:00 AM Start
Saturday, October 24, 2026
Join us for a glowing night of fun and community support at Badger High School's 5k Glow Run/Walk, benefiting FCCLA, a student organization dedicated to helping the community. Whether you're racing or walking, join the fun! Check-in starts at 6:00 pm, with the race beginning promptly at 7:30 pm and wrapping up by 9:30 pm. Don't miss out on the chance to win medals for the top three finishers in each age group. There will be a glow party after the race with free glow supplies to light up the night. Delicious eats will be available for purchase from food trucks on Badger High's property. Let's shine bright together for a great cause! This glow run is not associated with any Glow Run company.
Driftless Distance Night 2026
October 24, 2026 | Under the Lights at Madison International Speedway
Driftless Distance Night returns in 2026 with a brand-new stage and an atmosphere unlike anything else in distance running.
This year, we’re bringing the race to the iconic Madison International Speedway, transforming a legendary motorsports venue into a high-energy distance running showcase.
For one night only, the legendary Madison International Speedway will transform from a motorsports battleground into a high-energy distance running spectacle. As the sun sets and the stadium lights come alive, runners will take to the speedway oval where race cars normally chase speed, creating a racing experience that feels fast, electric, and unforgettable.
Whether you’re chasing a breakthrough performance or simply looking for a race experience you won’t find anywhere else, Driftless Distance Night is your chance to test yourself in one of the most unique race environments in the Midwest.
Athletes will have the opportunity to compete in three exciting events: Mile, 5k, 10k.
The Midwest's fastest race, under the lights 🏁🌙
AWARDS: in process of securing a prize purse for the elite field.
Trophies awarded to the top 3 overall finishers (Male and Female)
If you have any questions you can contact us at [email protected]
2025 results: https://www.athlinks.com/event/314344/results/Event/1099091/Results
The Haunted Halloween Half Marathon & 5km returns this fall to Chicago's Lincoln Park, at a new site! We will be in Diversey Event Space, across the street from Notebaert Nature Museum. The event offers race distances of half marathon and 5K ― with a special Halloween twist! Hundreds of runners and walkers of all ages and abilities dress in costume and compete for fun and prizes. Age group awards will be given in ten-year age ranges. And there is prize money for the winners of our pre-race Costume Contest! Costume Contest Prize Money: For the teams 1st, 2nd win $200 and for individuals 1st, 2nd win $100.
After the race, help yourself to some autumn refreshment treats. There will of course be Halloween candy. Every HM & 5k finisher gets a H^3 medal to match your bib and shirt! Please attend our post party with a free beer at Tin Lizzie in Lincoln Park where they will also be offering 20% discount on their food menu.
Course will traverse the trails within Lincoln Park before heading south along Chicago's scenic Lakefront Trail. Course is accurately measured with every mile marked. Timing splits on the HM course at 5km, 10km, 10mi. the 10km split has been moved to the TURNAROUND point at 6.55miles
Participants are encouraged to use public transportation. If you choose to drive, parking is available in the Chicago History Museum lot, or along Cannon Drive.
Packet Pickups are being scheduled for Fleet Feet & Xtra Mile Running as well as on raceday, on site, beginning at 7:15am! Tentative schedule below.
Tuesday 10/21 2-7pm @ Xtra Mile Running (31 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194)
Thursday, 10/23, 1-7pm @ Fleet Feet South Loop
Sunday, 10/26, 7:15-8:35am @ Diversey Event Space (2611 N Cannon Dr, Chicago, IL)
This event will sell out.
Schedule: 7:15am - PPU and Gear Check open ... 7:45am - Costume Contest Judging at stage ... 8:05am - Costume Winners decided ... 8:30am - HALF MARATHON Start ... 8:45am - 5k Start ... 9:10am - 5k winners ... 10:05am - HM winners ... 12:50pm - Gear Check closed
Age group awards will be given in ten year categories: 19 & under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60+
Run the Wheaton Hot Cider Hustle 8 Mile and 5K on Sunday, October 26th. Everyone gets hot cider, a caramel apple, and finisher mug at the finish line!
Wheaton, IL
Use #HotCiderHustle to share your photos!
Event times, dates, locations, and all other details are subject to change prior to the event. All official information is on the event's website AllCommunityEvents.com.
Join the Oconomowoc Public Education Foundation (OPEF) for a 1-mile or 2-mile run to support our schools! This fall, OPEF is striving to raise at least $25,000 to fund new gymnastics equipment for the elementary schools, sound system improvements at the middle school, and more!
OPEF is a collaborative partner of the Oconomowoc Area School District (OASD). OPEF raises and provides funds for innovative educational opportunities and experiences not funded in the core school district budget – including classroom grants, facilities improvements, and innovative curriculum. OPEF has given more than $500,000 to the OASD in the past 18 years. Help OPEF continue the legacy of gifts from the community…to the schools…for our future!
Wear your OPEF Trick or Trot shirt, your school swag, or your Halloween costume for this fun after-school event that will have music, costumes, candy, and prizes!
Race Description
Join us on October 31th, 2026, for a scenic run through the Southern Kettle Moraine Forest on the historic Ice Age Trail. Participants can choose between 100k and 50k distances. Each finisher will have the opportunity to brand their wooden medal on-site, with the option to have their finishing time burned on the back. Enjoy the stunning fall colors and be part of this memorable event.
100k Elevation - 6,493
50k Elevation - 2,221
Race Course
The 100k and 50 races will both start at DJ Mackie Campground, situated on the Scuppernong trails. Participants will navigate the green loop of the Scuppernong trail and proceed to join the Ice Age Trail westward to Emma Carlin. The 50k runners will turn around at Emma Carlin, while the 100k runners will continue on to Whitewater. Full maps with elevations along with aid station details will be posted on www.pricklypineultrarunning.com.
100k Start time 6:00 AM / 11:00 PM Cutoff
50k Start Time 8:00 AM / 11:00 PM Cutoff
Aid Stations 100k
HWY 67 - 8 miles / Emma Carlin - 16.7 miles / HWY 12 - 30.8 miles / Whitewater 34.9 (Turnaround)
HWY 12 - 39 miles /Emma Carlin - 53.1 miles / HWY 67 - 61.8 miles / Finish - 64.4 miles
Aid Stations 50k
HWY 67 - 8 miles / Emma Carlin 16.7 miles (Turnaround) / HWY 67 - 25.4 / Finish 31.1
Items - (Water / Tailwind / PB & Js / Pickles / Bananas / Potato chips / Sour Patch Kids)
Pacers - Pacers may join the 100k runners anytime at or after the turnaround at Whitewater
Military Discount code - TYforyourservice
Smooth vibes. Sweet energy. Bold moves. 🥜🍓
PB&J Fuel Run is all about a combo that just works. Mix your pace, spread the fun, and stick with it all the way to the finish. No stress, no expectations, just miles that feel good and a finish that feels even better. Run it your way, enjoy every step, and fuel your finish with good energy and great company. Let’s make this run unforgettable. 🏃♀️🏃♂️✨
Overview:
Run will sell-out QUICK! We will close off waves the moment they fill up. If waves are sold out, you can sign-up for the virtual run option or wait list.
This is a smaller, private group run with a cap per wave.
All paces and ages (under 18 with guardian) are welcome - Run or Walk!
There's no equipment or setup, this is a pure run with our coordinators to support you in a warm, stress-free setting!
When you sign-up, we give you the support you need to help you achieve your goals and fitness. We also invite you to be part of our local run clubs that supports your fitness journey.
Timing:
Timing is Optional: You may track your time on an app (Strava, RunKeeper, Nike Run, etc) and submit your times with our easy form to be posted online. Or you can ask our coordinators to help keep track of your time.
No timing chips (This is a stress free run to support you in achieving your goals)!
What You Get (Swag Bag):
Running T-Shirt (Shipped to the address you register with - US only)
Finisher's Towel or Giveaway
Finisher's Medal!
Digital Training Pack
Online Results & Certificate of Completion
Invitation to Join one of our Local Running Clubs
We now have Technical Running Shirts (Optional). These lightweight, moisture wicking shirts can be upgraded for just $5 more.
Packet Pickup:
No hassle of picking up packets required!
-Swag shipped direct to your address (Please make sure you provide your full, correct US mailing address including apartment number and check spelling)
When will I get my Swag?
You will get your shirt at your mailing address the week of your race.
Race Updates:
We will email you a final update the Wednesday before the race with final details and course maps.
Do you accept last minute registrations? (For those signing up 2 weeks before the race)
Yes, but please note that it takes time for us to ship your shirt. Your shirt will likely arrive after the run. You can wear any shirt you find appropriate to run the race!
Wave Times: (Email Us Your Desired Wave Time: [email protected])
(Waves filled on a First Come, First Serve Basis)
Wave A: 7:30AM
Wave B: 8:00AM
Wave C: 8:30AM
Late runners can run upon arrival (Please note our coordinators stay 3 hours after the first wave)
Are there any other Questions we missed?
https://www.thebestraces.com/faq/
Virtual Run Option:
Virtual runs can be done any time and place of your choosing using any tracking device (optional). After you finish, you can submit your results to [email protected] to receive your medal!
Race Bundle:
Sign-up for more races and get a discount!
Sponsorships & Promoting your Business:
If you're looking to become a sponsor, we'd love showcase your business!
https://www.thebestraces.com/events
Team Glo Volunteers:
If you're interested in helping put on runs for the Community and helping people achieve their goals, we invite you to join our team of volunteers, fill out the form here: https://www.thebestraces.com/volunteer-form/
Be part of the Journey!
Our Charity Initiatives. Find out more @ www.thebestracesjourney.com
Keep running. Every mile you log after the race, we'll donate $1 to one of the charities we work with! (Note that Fundraising is Optional)
THE END IS NEAR!!! RUN FOR YOUR LIVES!!! Well, the Running Season end is near anyway, not so sure about the apocalypse just yet. Lets celebrate an awesome 2026 running season with your favorite season ending event.
Ghouls Just Wanna Have Fun!!
The Lakefront Discovery Run features fun, with a 15k, a 5k, and a FREE Kids run!. Each distance can be run, walked, skipped, or hopped. There are age group awards as well as for overall winners. More importantly, there will be an award for ‘Best Costume’ as voted on by the event volunteers (please don’t attempt to bribe the volunteers. Bribe the Race Director, because at the end of the day, it's their call). Those in Costume get FREE BEER!! Also should be noted, those NOT IN Costume get free beer too (but no ALL CAPS announcement for them, damnit).
The run begins at Veteran's Park and provides a delightful tour of Milwaukee’s lakefront. Candy laden aid stations line the course to fuel your run and satisfy your sweet tooth, and MONSTER MILE Markers along the way. Each runner/volunteer receives an event t-shirt (Runners who register after Oct 18th ARE NOT guaranteed a shirt), traditional post-race snacks, spooky music (what does that even mean?), and enough candy to make a dentist cringe! We ordered great weather, but just in case, we'll have a heated tent for the post race shenanigans. Come out and celebrate a successful season of running!
15K Map here https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296352979
5K Map https://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/6296086501
Please review the Badgerland Striders Race Policies and Guidelines.
Pre Race Registration:
15k: $45 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
5k: $35 (BLS members receive a $5 discount)
Race Day Registration: available at Veteran's Park (race shirt not guaranteed)
15k: $50 and 5k: $40
Early Packet Pick Up:
Wednesday Oct 28 from 4PM-7PM at Central Waters Brewing Taproom
1037 W. Juneau Ave, Milwaukee WI 53233
Thursday Oct 29 from 4PM-6:30PM at Performance Running Outfitters - Brookfield
2205 N. Calhoun Rd, Brookfield WI 53005
Friday Oct 30 from 4PM-6:30PM at Performance Running Outfitters -Shorewood
4533 N. Oakland Ave, Shorewood WI 53211
Race Day Schedule of Events:
8:00AM-8:55AM Registration and Packet Pick Up/Check-in
8:45AM Kids Costume Run
9:02 AM National Anthem sung by Sarah Fierek of the Center for Veterans Issues (CVI)
9:05AM 15k start (at the Start/Finish Line)
9:15AM 5k start (Starts on the Bike Path along the Breakwater)
Awards for 15k and 5k:
Overall male and female in each event and age group awards for 1st, 2nd, 3rd in each age group M/F:
14 and under; 15-19; 20-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80 and over.
Best Costume: Female/Male/Group
Volunteers: We love volunteers! All volunteers receive a race shirt, lots of appreciation, and many thank you's!
Awards
· Best group costume
· Best individual costume
· Male and Female Race winners 1,2,3
· Best dog costume
Schedule
· Early packet pick - at the Two Rivers Community House recreation desk on Friday, October 30th 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
· 7:30 am – day of packet pick-up and zombie facepainting available at Central Park East
· 8:45 am – packet pick-up and facepainting ends
· 9:00 am – race start
· 10:30 – Awards
Basic Information
· All proceeds from the event will support the Two Rivers Parks and Recreation Department youth sports equipment and financial aid fund. Donations are also greatly appreciated!
· Donate - https://runsignup.com/Race/Donate/WI/TwoRivers/ZombieZoomHalloween
· Parking – See parking map
· Finisher medal and t-shirt provided
· Headphones/earbuds are allowed
· Community House and Central Park West restrooms available at start and finish line
· Chip timed race with results posted online
· Strollers allowed at back of pack
· No Weapons: Real or replica weapons are banned.
· Sponsorships
Public & Free
Hear Ye Hear Ye By way of bipartisan act of Congress and signed by President Obama into federal law, National Bison Day will be henceforth observed the first Saturday of every November! To celebrate this momentous occasion of the newly-dubbed “National Mammal” join a glorious mixed road & light gravel ride to a bison herd / obstinacy at Midewin National Tallgrass Prairie.
“Bison or Bust! The Tertiary Trek”
This remix of our inaugural 2024 ride is on the preserve’s 30th anniversary, for which they domesticated their roughest gravel segment. Lunch orders will be delivered to the bison preserve’s welcome center. Rendezvous include Metric Coffee (All), Blackberry Market (A & B), Jitters Cafe (All), Midewin Welcome Center (All), and The Junction vintage shop (All) for the after party. Everyone returns same-day to LaSalle St. Station by a specially-reserved Metra car. Before Joliet, anyone starting with “A” group can switch to “B” by just waiting. Everyone can switch to any other group at Jitters in Joliet, as well as the Midewin Welcome Center. Join our Strava club for updates!
“What are the ride rules?”
All participants read, understand, and agree to the release / disclaimer / waiver at the bottom of the site before joining the ride
Helmets required strapped onto your noggin’
Bring a front and rear taillight as well as the tools, supplies, and know-how to change their own flats and address any mechanicals they may experience. From the 15th to 30th of October Comrade Cycles is offering free bike safety checks for our ride participants so get a checkup before the ride to cruise worry-free
Observe best ride etiquette at all times: call out all slowing, stopping, speed bumps, holes, doors, cars, riders, runners, walkers, kids, turns, mechanicals, flats, gaps, and especially any pursuing buffaloes
Keep your hands on your handlebars at all times, so flap your wings for rough roads instead of pointing. No riding without hands, we are too close together, roads are too unpredictable, and we have too far to go!
Keep your eyes on the shoulders of the rider in front of you. They’ll call out and relay hazards as well as take the best line between them.
That means if the rider ahead of you hits that minor road hole or whatever you do too, because it’s better than erratic unpredictable riding. No twitchy, racey, or unsafe group riding. There are plenty of other opportunities in other groups for that.
No zooming in-between riders in peloton to make it three riders wide. Two wide? Stay that way. Single file? stay that way. It’s not a race, no need to jockey for position, and we will ask people to leave if they risk other riders’ safety
Good vibes only! All with good vibes are welcome no matter their color shade, class, age, gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, profession, abilities, biking expertise, and strength.
Good vibes only! That means no threatening or chauvinistic behavior of any kind is allowed be it racism, sexism, homophobia, classism, ethnic supremacism, or other forms of prejudice, threats, cruelty, or hatred nor are members of such ideologies permitted.
No dangerous behavior is allowed and participants must follow all safety instructions of their ride leaders
No unsolicited ‘coaching’ is allowed, especially any ‘helpful pushes’
No triathlon aero handlebars are allowed they’re too unstable for the peloton
No headphones
Rides A and B require drop bars or something convincingly equivalent, like bullhorns. Point being that hybrid, flat, swoop, bull moose, albatross, wet noodle, whatever supercool other handlebars are only allowed for C group. This is just for safety in a peloton.
No darting between riders. Is the peloton two riders wide? Keep it that way. Is it single-file? Keep it that way. Stay in your lane and ride with predictable behavior. This is not a race and anyone riding in ways that endanger others will be asked to find another ride.
Join The ride Group appropriate for your abilities based on both practice and distance. Generally speaking, if you’ve been riding that distance in a week you’re ready to ride it in a day.
Veteran brakeless fixed gear riders welcome but behind the peloton so pedal strikes don’t wipe others out.
XXAndrew MichalskiXX or any other saboteurs
“What group should I join?”
For both Nachusa and Midewin routes the chillest group rolls at party pace, approximately 14mph, for around 40 miles. Both Midewin and Nachusa have a "B" group rolling for about 87 miles at 16-20mph once rolling. Both Midewin and Nachusa have an “A” group rolling at 18-24mph for about 130 miles. Whatever pace and distance you ride in a week you should able to do it in a day if you prepare well. Please practice riding in groups, calling out obstacles and "slowing" or "stopping" (see ride rules).
No groups are true drop rides. However, on “A” group we have a lot of miles to cover before dusk so if you have a really bad mechanical more involved than a flat, we must ask that you either link up with the next group riding by (when possible) or catch up at the next rendezvous by taking a shorter break to depart with us again. Study the routes and tabs atop the Ride With GPS event page carefully to make your choice. Keep in mind the ride is planned to be very adjustable:
Until Joliet, you can downgrade from "A" group by just waiting for "B" group.
You can change to any group at Jitters cafe in Joliet, and at the Midewin visitor's center.
Midewin Routes
o Until Joliet we ride decently close to the train lines for the Heritage Corridor Metra train, but please keep in mind it does not run on weekends, and National Bison Day is always on the first Saturday of November. If you find yourself bonking your ejection seat lies on the Lincoln Service train home from Summit or Joliet, Carl Sandberg or Illinois Zephyr train home from La Grange, or in a ride share to the nearest Rock Island line Metra station, a line which begins at Joliet Gateway Station.
“What’s the timetable?”
TBA
“Do you have a waiver?”
Riding in groups and on roadways is extremely dangerous. Serious bodily injury and death can occur even when you and those around you are exercising extraordinary care. You must ride at your own risk. Thank you for being careful! By joining any of our rides all cyclists hereby release ride organizers, agents, sponsors, advertisers, partners, volunteers, affiliates and all other persons and entities from all liability. (Thanks Breakfast Club ATX!)
*NEW: Please consider a donation of CEREAL and/or OATMEAL for the St. Francis Food Pantry. There will be a collection box at packet pickup, on site race day, and at the after party.
RACE BIB PICK-UP
Friday, October 24th, from 2:30 - 6:30 pm at St. Francis Xavier School (145 N. Waiola Ave., La Grange) at God's Garage, accessible through the Waiola entrance of the school parking lot.
Snag your official SFX Falcon 5k race t-shirt (if you registered by Oct. 5), a free winter hat courtesy of Donahue Financial Group, and other giveaways from our amazing sponsors!
Aim to pick up your packet on Friday so you can wear your shirt to the race and sleep later on Saturday!
Saturday, October 25th (RACE DAY!) from 7:00 - 8:00 am at the race starting line (Richmond & Waiola Ave, La Grange Park).
RACE DAY EVENTS
8:00 am – Kids .5 mile Fun Run (Ages 10 and under)
8:20 am – Junior Falcon Club 100-yard dash (1st grade and younger – FREE EVENT)
8:30 am – 5k start; strollers to start behind all runners
8:30 - 10 am – Post-Race Party
9:30/45 am - Age Group Awards (medals and prizes!)
All race distances start and finish on Richmond between Spring and Waiola. See further down for a detailed map of the various courses.
Parking is available on neighborhood streets on both sides of Ogden Ave.; no parking on the course or in the school lot.
THERE WILL BE NO RACE DAY GEAR CHECK.
Indoor restrooms will be available at the school if needed.
Post Race Party
We will have a post-race party in the school gym. Come hang out after the race for food and drinks donated by local businesses. We'll have bagels, bananas, donuts, water, and other donated items! We'll also have on-site support from some of our outstanding sponsors!
Around 9:30/45 am, we will announce our age-group and stroller division awards, so make sure you are ready to claim your award or cheer on your friends!
Race Results
Results for the 5K will be posted on the Chicago Athlete website.
Course Records: Delaney Burns 20:24 (Female 2018) and Nicholas Strayer 18:15 (Male 2019).
Begin your winter running season with meaning at the Vets Day 5K & 10K presented by Cargill & hosted by Silver Circle on Saturday, November 7, 2026, at the War Memorial. This special event honors our veterans and active-duty service members and is part of the Wisconsin Chilly Willy Winter Run Series. Join hundreds of runners as you make your way through the beautiful Veterans Park in the only race that starts and finishes on Mason Street, right in front of the War Memorial. After the race, stick around for the awards ceremony and treat yourself to our hot chocolate bar.
Operation Finally Home
The Vets Day 5K & 10K is also proud to partner with Silver Circle Foundation to help raise money for Operation Final Home. Operation Finally Home was established in 2005 and builds custom, mortgage-free homes to America’s veterans and their families. All money donated as part of registration for this race will be donated to Operation Finally Home to help support their mission.
The Oceana County Department of Veteran's Affairs annual 5K run happens on the second Saturday of November. The race start/end is at the newly renovated Getty Park in Downtown Shelby and follows Industrial Drive north before looping back south on the Hart-Montague Trail.
The Vet Day 5K is the primary fundraising event for the OCDVA and 100% of the proceeds stay in the county to support Oceana County veterans for items like transportation to medical appointments, food pantry, and other needs.
Same day registration will be available. Please arrive at least 30 minutes prior to the start of race.
The Capital Credit Union Houdini 10k recognizes Appleton's iconic resident Harry Houdini and ushers in the beauty of a Wisconsin fall with a scenic course including the Newberry Trail and Appleton Locks. Participants will start at Houdini Plaza and finish in Jones Park to enjoy post-race food & beverage including Copper State Brewing Co. beer to those 21 & older. Additionally, there will be Magicians strolling throughout the morning performing for you to enjoy before and after your run. This event is part of the 4imprint Race Series.
Join the fight against cancer, as our community rallies together to honor, celebrate and remember loved ones and take action for lifesaving change.
For more than 45 years, thousands of Road America Walk/Run participants and volunteers have come together and raised over $5 million to save lives from cancer. This year our goal is to raise $180,000! Money raised from the Road America Walk/Run help fund local programs and services and fund critical cancer research. The Road America Walk/Run continues to be more than just an event - it's a movement, a community of like-minded survivors, caregivers, volunteers and running enthusiasts who believe that the future can be free from the pain and suffering caused by cancer.
This safe, family friendly event includes a timed 4 Mile Run, self timed 4 Mile Walk, Kids Fun Run and Virtual Walk/Run. Participants are encouraged to join as an individual or form a team with your family, church, school, club or company.
For questions, please contact event staff at [email protected]
2025 Road America Participant Bibs
Participants in the Road America 4 Mile TIMED Run will receive a chip timed bib number at registration. (These runners will be eligible for the event award categories)
Participants in the Road America 4 Mile WALK, Kids Fun Run & Virtual Run/Walk will receive a Road America general bib that will NOT have a participant number on it.
If you have questions or wish to change your registration category please email [email protected]
Schedule of Events:
8:00 am—Registration and Team Photos
9:15 am—Kids Fun Run
9:30 am—Survivor Photo
9:40 am—Opening Ceremony
10:00 am—Walk/Run Start
11:15 am—Awards Ceremony
Sunday, November 8, 2026
Half Marathon Start: 7:00 AM
10K Start: 7:15 AM
5K Start: 7:30 AM
(Virtual Option for 5K/10K/Half Marathon Available 11/9-11/17/26)
Packet Pick Up/Registration Opens: 6:00 AM
Sunday Packet Pickup Location:
25N Coworking Geneva
25 N. River Lane
Geneva, IL 60134
Race site:
Kane County Courthouse
(downtown Geneva)
100 S. Third Street
Geneva, IL
Gear Check
Opens at 6:15am
Located at the starting line infront of the Kane Co. Courthouse
100 S. 3rd St.
Geneva, IL
Step By Step Running Club
Big Timber
XC Challenge
Sunday, November 8, 2026
The 2026 Dick Pond Athletics Darn Tough Trail Series has endured the early spring chill at Chauncy’s 4 At The Farm in April, overcome the challenging hills of Hickory Knolls in June and powered through the single-track trails in the heat at the Summer Trail Classic in August.
It is now time to finish the year with an autumnal romp through the woods - and the creek! - at the 8th ANNUAL BIG TIMBER XC CHALLENGE!
You can choose to participate in either the 3-mile Run & Walk (one loop of the course) or the 5-mile Run (two loops). The course consists of grass, gravel, dirt, possibly some mud, and, of course, the beloved creek crossing around and through a natural wooded area. All registered participants receive a shirt and pancake breakfast.
There is also a Kids Fun Run, allowing youngsters 10 years and younger to join in the fun. The Kids Fun Run is on grass and does NOT cross the creek.
This event is sponsored by Dick Pond Athletics, Saucony and Pollyanna Brewing. Proceeds from this event will support the Boy Scouts of America Three Fires Council and the Boys & Girls Club of Elgin.
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (rain/snow or shine, warm or cold)
Location: Camp Big Timber (CBT), Big Timber Rd at Tyrrell Rd, Elgin (approximately 1 mile south of I-90 and 0.5 miles west of Randall Road)
Parking: Parking at Camp Big Timber (CBT) is limited. CARPOOLING with others is encouraged.
Distances: Approximately 3 and 5 Miles
Sponsored by
All proceeds from the race will benefit
Boy Scouts of America Three Fires Council
&