Walks, Runs, and Triathlons
Indiana Inns offers overnight lodging at some DNR properties. Call 260-833-2012 or 1-877-768-2928 or make reservations online. For information on camping, visit http://indianastateparks.reserveamerica.com/, or call 1-866-6campIN. In season, there is a state park entrance fee of $5 for in-state vehicles or $7 for out-of-state vehicles or you can use your annual entrance pass. Both are available at the park's front gate.
Brown County State Park, West Gate – 1405 S.R. 46 W., North Gate – 1801 S.R. 46 E., Nashville, IN 47448
June 22, 2013: Firetower 15.3
The 1st Annual Firetower 15.3 is organized and sponsored by the Brown County Community YMCA starts at 7:30 a.m. The Duathlon will be held in Brown County State Park beginning and ending at the Fire Tower near the Park Office. The Duathlon includes 5k (3.1-mile) Road Run, 10-mile Bike, and a 2.2 Trail Run. The course spans from the Fire Tower to the Nature Center and toward the West Gate. Participants may enter as an individual or as 2 or 3 person team.
We will also be offering a 5K Run or 5K Walk as a separate event. Proceeds from the Duathlon go toward the Brown County YMCA’s scholarship fund.
Registration and Information
For more information or to register, please see:
Contact Information
Kim Robinson
kimrobinson@browncountyymca.org
(812) 988-9622
Chain O' Lakes State Park, 2355 E. 75 S. Albion, IN 46701
August 3, 2013: The Nobleman Triathlon
7:30 a.m. at Sand Lake. More information to be posted soon.
Saturday, December 28, 2013: The Huff 50K Trail Run
One of North America's largest ultra marathons. Also includes a 3-person 50K Relay and a One-Loop Run(10 Mile). There are discounted fees for 19 and under relay entrants. The trail is easy enough to be a good first-time trail course; technical enough to give an advantage to seasoned trail runners. Measure yourself against time, distance...and weather. We're known for the great post-race foods - particularly our array of soups. Overall men's and women's winner of the 50K receive a large, engraved, granite trophy. Custom finisher's medal to each participant completing The HUFF 50K individual race or a HUFF 50K Relay. The medal is also a belt buckle. HUFF logo gear for all 50K and 50K Relay participants.
Registration and more info
Lincoln's Christmas in June Triathlon
June 8, 2013
Lincoln State Park, Indiana 162, Lincoln City, IN 47552
Lincoln State Park's premier triathlon. The swim will take place in Lake Lincoln, the bike is an out and back on the flat roads around Lincoln State Park, and the run will be on the parks many beautiful trails. We will also be selling discounted tickets to Holiday World at packet pick-up and on the beach after the race. So bring your whole family for a weekend filled of racing and fun!
Check out our website for more detailed information by clicking here.
Registration
To register, please click here.
McCormick's Creek State Park, 250 McCormick's Creek Park Road, Spencer, IN 47460
YMCA/Friends of McCormick's Creek 4 Mile Trail Run/Walk
September 29, 2013: 2 p.m.
Runners and walkers are invited to enjoy the autumn colors, fellowship and refreshments, and some friendly competition at the YMCA/Friends of McCormick’s Creek 4 Mile Trail Run/Walk on Sun., Sept. 29, at McCormick’s Creek State Park. Packet pick up and race day registration will begin at 1:00PM at the Nature Center. Start time is at 2:00PM. Proceeds from the event will fund family programming at McCormick’s Creek State Park and YMCA scholarships for local low-income families.
An event for the entire family, last year’s trail race drew 124 runners and walkers from across the region, ranging in age from 9-78 years. The 2013 race promises to be equally well-attended. Awards will be granted to top 2 finishers, male and female, in each age group for the run category and first place, male and female, in each age group for the walk category. Prizes will be awarded to the overall winners, male and female, for the run and walk. Magnificent 7 Race Series points may also be earned.
The trail race route is comprised of Trail 9 and another trail not normally accessible to the public. Trail surfaces are dirt, mown grass, and crushed stone. Most sections of the route are wide enough to accommodate racers traveling side-by-side. Terrain is comprised of rolling hills and fields to provide adequate intensity for competitive runners and walkers, yet still be manageable for casual participants.
Sponsors
Sponsors for the event include: Insurance Services Inc., Buyers Home Furnishings, Babbs Super Valu, West & Parrish & Pedigo Funeral Home, Spencer Monument Co., Endeavor Communications, Canyon Inn, Indiana Hardwood Specialists, Hoosier Energy, Sweet Owen Convention & Visitors Bureau, Owen Valley Health Campus, Racetrackers, McCormick’s Creek State Park, and the Mag 7 Race Series.
Registration and Information
An early registration discount is available until September 14. Runners and walkers are invited to register online at http://www.mag7raceseries.com/, print a mail-in entry form from http://www.owencountyymca.org/, or stop by the Owen County Family YMCA to register. Race day registrations will also be accepted on site.
Contact Information
For more information about registering, volunteering, or sponsoring the race, please call 812-828-9622 and speak with Laura Gentry, YMCA Program Director.
The 8th Annual Mighty Mississinewa Triathlon
Saturday, September 14, 2013
Mississinewa Lake, 4673 S. 625 E. Peru, IN 46970
Do you enjoy competing in the great outdoors? If so, you'll love the Mighty Mississinewa Triathlon. Follow the same paths historically walked by the Miami Indian's. Swim the lake, ride county roads, and run groomed trails through beautiful natural areas.
Proceeds from this event will be invested in a fund managed by Indiana Heritage Trust. This fund will be used to purchase ground around Mississinewa Lake, Indiana Department of Natural Resources, IDNR, as it becomes available. Conserving and managing land for today's visitors and future generations to enjoy is the goal of the IDNR and the staff at Mississinewa Lake.
Course Info
- Start time: 8:30 a.m. all times Eastern Daylight Savings Time (EDT)
- Swim 500 yards in Mississinewa Reservoir - begin and finish at the beach.
- Bike 16.6 miles on lightly traveled scenic roads around Mississinewa Lake.
- Run 3.75 miles on Old Frances Slocum Trail Road, and the well groomed Moswa hiking trail.
- The event staging and parking areas will be at the beach pavilion.
Price and Registration Info
- Individual: $40.
- Team: $90.
- Undergraduate or 20 years of age and under: $25.
- Order a T-shirt for $8 or a Dry Fit shirt for $16.
- Register on-line at: https://register.itsracetime.com/register/?event=19287
- To register by mail before Sept. 4, email lbrown@dnr.in.gov for information.
- Onsite late registration cannot pay with credit card - 7:00 to 7:30 a.m.
- On-line registration closed after Sept. 10
- Packet pickup: Sept. 13, 8:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. or Sept. 14, 7:00 - 7:30 a.m.
- Mandatory safety meeting: Sept. 14, 7:50 a.m (will last 10 minutes).
Divisions
- You may choose divisions: Elite; Clydesdale (200lbs +); Athena (Women 165lbs +). (If you choose a special division, you will forfeit any age group division award you might have qualified for. You must be in the Elite division to compete for 1st, 2nd or 3rd Grand Prize.) Five-year-age groups provide 1st place prize for male and female.
Contact Information/Race Results
- Location: Mississinewa Lake, 9 miles east of US 31 on Miami Co. Rd. 500 S in The Miami State Recreation Area
- Phone: (765) 473-6528
- Email: lbrown@dnr.in.gov
- USAT membership not required; 400 participant limit
- Race results will be posted on http://www.itsracetime.com/
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Mississinewa Lake is located in north central Indiana, 65 miles north of Indianapolis, 65 miles northwest of Muncie, 65 miles east of Lafayette, and 65 miles southwest of Fort Wayne.
5K Hellbender Hustle/Woodrat Walk
Saturday, May 4, 2013, 9:00 am
O'Bannon Woods State Park, 7234 Old Forest Road SW, Corydon, IN 47112
The annual 5K Hellbender Hustle/Woodrat Walk is a part-road, part-trail race that begins at the Hickory Hollow Nature Center inside the State Park. This event is sponsored by O’Bannon Woods State Park and Racers & Pacers. By hosting this event we hope to raise awareness for the hellbender and engage the community in its conservation. Participants receive a t-shirt with their $18 registration fee.
Registration and More Information
Register for this event by going to www.active.com and using keyword: Hellbender. Click here for more information about this event.
Saturday, August 24, 2013
Patoka Lake, 3084 N. Dillard Rd. Birdseye, IN 47513
All proceeds from this event will go to support Patoka Lake’s non-releasable raptors; a red-tailed hawk and eastern screech owl. With your help, we may also be able to save the life of a bald eagle by acquiring a non-releasable eagle for educational programming. The event is open to those 15 and older. Overall prizes, team prizes, division prizes, and age group prizes for winners of each gender. All times Eastern Daylight Time (EDT).
Course Info
- Swim 500 yards in Patoka Reservoir, begin and finish at the beach.
- Bike 12.8 miles on well paved roads around Patoka Reservoir.
- Run 5K through the woods on groomed gravel roads and well paved bike trail.
- Video of course (YouTube)
Schedule
- Friday, Aug. 23
- 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Onsite registration, Patoka Lake Property Office.
- 8:30 a.m. - 8 p.m. Packet pickup, Patoka Lake Property Office.
- Saturday, Aug. 24
- 6:30 -7:45 a.m. Onsite check-in and packet pickup, Patoka Lake beach.
- 7:50 a.m. Mandatory safety meeting.
- 8:30 a.m. Race start.
Price and registration
- Individual: $30 for the first 30 days, $35 after first 30 days, $40 registration starting August 3.
- Team: $80.
- Online registration ends Thursday, Aug. 22, 11:59 p.m. Register at https://secure.getmeregistered.com/get_information.php?event_id=7964.
- Register onsite Friday, Aug. 23, 8 a.m. - 4 p.m., Patoka Lake Property Office.
- USAT Membership not required.
- Free t-shirt while supplies last if you register before Aug 3.
- More event details (PDF).
Timing
- Planet Adventure LLC / http://www.planetadventurerace.com/
Kid’s Run:
- Free event at 8:10 a.m. for ages 10 and under, ages 11-14.
- Onsite registration for this quarter mile race on the paved bike trail (up-hill run), awards
Contact information
Dana Reckelhoff, Race Director
(812) 685-2447
dreckelhoff@dnr.in.gov
Sponsors
Fishermen's Village
Randy Norris Mind, Body and Spirit Foundation
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Saturday, May 18
Pokagon State Park, 450 Lane 100 Lake James, Angola, IN 46703
The 7th Annual Pokagon State Park Triathlon on starts at 9 a.m. and runs within the park and out into Steuben County. The event is being organized and conducted by TriFort Triathletes.
Participants will compete in this Olympic distance event being staged at the park’s CCC shelter.
Course info
- 1.5-kilometer swim from the Pokagon main beach along the popular Lake James slalom ski course.
- 40-kilometer bike ride on roads over the rolling terrain featuring the fields, forests and wetlands of rural Steuben County.
- 10-kilometer run on the rolling and wooded trails of Pokagon State Park.
Volunteering and registration
To volunteer at the event and/or to join as a sponsor, contact TriFort Triathletes at www.teamtrifort.com. For more information and to register on-line, visit www.active.com or www.teamtrifort.com and follow the links to the race.
Steve Parker/ALS 5K Run/Walk
Also occurring during the Triathlon and beginning at the CCC Shelter, will be a separate, benefit, Third annual Steve Parker/ALS 5K Run/Walk, honoring the life-work of long-time running and fitness enthusiast, Steve Parker. Entrance fee is $20.00 and registration can be done following the same website information as the Triathlon. Race time for the Steve Parker/ALS 5K Run/Walk is 9:45 a.m.
Lodging
For overnight lodging at the Potawatomi Inn, contact www.indianainns.com, or call 260-833-2012 or 1-877-768-2928. For information on camping at Pokagon, contact www.camp.IN.gov, or call 1-866-6campIN. On race day Saturday, there is the normal park entrance fee of $5 for in-state vehicles or $7 for out-of-state vehicles or you can use your annual entrance pass. Both are available at the park front gate.
Volksmarches provide a great opportunity to get to know other people who enjoy walking and hiking. "Volksmarch" is a German term, literally meaning “a people's walk”. Local clubs host walks that have been chosen for natural beauty, scenic interest, historical value and safety. The trails are well-marked or maps are provided. Walks usually consist of a marked or guided 10 kilometer (6.2 mile) route. Each participant is encouraged to walk at a pace that is comfortable and enjoyable.
Volksmarching events have been held at Indiana state parks and reservoirs for many years. This year's events are as follows:
- March 9: Mounds State Park
- April 13: Paynetown SRA (Monroe Lake)
- May 11: Chain O’Lakes State Park
- June 15: Summit Lake State Park
- July 13: Charlestown State Park
- August 3: Potato Creek State Park
- September 21: Harmonie State Park
- October 19: Indiana Dunes State Park
Two Indiana State Parks are year-round volksmarch sites:
Read more about volksmarches at the Indiana Volksports Association and get a brochure about volksmarches in Indiana State Parks and Reservoirs.
5k Run/Walk
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Whitewater Memorial State Park, 1418 S. State Road 101, Liberty, IN 47353
This 5k Run/Walk will benefit the Thomas Clarkson, Jr. Memorial Scholarship Fund (Union County HS Scholarship). Thomas was a Union County High School graduate who died while in military service.
The 5k run starts at Whitewater beach with a veterans’ memorial service to follow at the beach memorial.
Registration and Fees
For more information, including registration and fees, contact:
Tom Clarkson, Sr.
tom.clarkston@belden.com
765.458.7625 or 765.277.0912
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