Slay The Dragon 5K Memorial Trail Run
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Slay The Dragon 5K Memorial Trail Run

Peninsula, Ohio, United States View on map
Apr 18, 2027 (America/New_York local time)
Trail running

About this race

🐉 Slay The Dragon 5K Memorial Trail Run

Honoring the Life of Eagle Scout George McWilliams

Join us for the Slay The Dragon 5K Memorial Trail Run, a special event celebrating the life and legacy of Eagle Scout George McWilliams. Runners and walkers of all ages are invited to take part in this meaningful and uplifting trail race.

When: Sunday, April 18, 2027 — 10:30 AM                                                                                                                                                     

Where:  Scouting America’s Camp Manatoc
1075 Truxell Road, Peninsula, Ohio

Set within the beautiful wooded trails of Camp Manatoc, the race offers participants a fun and scenic 5K adventure through forests, hills, and camp trails.

George was known for his adventurous spirit, kindness, and love of the outdoors. This event honors his memory while supporting a cause close to his heart. All proceeds from the race will be donated in George’s memory to Camp Manatoc to help provide financial assistance for campers who may otherwise be unable to attend.

🎽 Registration Swag: All participants will receive a custom Slay The Dragon beanie-style hat, a tribute to George—who was rarely seen without his favorite beanie, even while running.

Whether you run, walk, or simply want to support a great cause, come help us celebrate George’s life and help more young people experience the adventure of camp.

If you are unable to attend, please consider making a donation in George’s memory.

Join us on the trails, celebrate George and help us Slay The Dragon! 🐉🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️

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Trail running

Slay The Dragon 5K Memorial Trail Run

Apr 18, 2027 5K 10:30 AM
$30.00
Open

Typical race-day weather

Based on 3 years of Open-Meteo archive data for this event's race dates in Peninsula, plus the 3 days either side.

Temp (°C)
Minimum temperature (race-week average) 6.1° / Maximum temperature (race-week average) 15.5°
Feels Like (°C)
Minimum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 2.9° / Maximum feels like — heat index / wind chill (race-week average) 14.5°
Peak wind (km/h)
Strongest wind of the day (race-week average)
21.4
Precip (mm)
Precipitation over the day (race-week average)
4.9mm
Humidity
Mean relative humidity (race-week average)
72.5%
Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on April 18, 2027 (EDT)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on April 18, 2027 (EDT)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
13h 27m

The sun rises at 6:41 AM and sets at 8:09 PM local time (EDT) in Peninsula on April 18, 2027 — 13h 27m of daylight.

Course

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  • Entries, prices, waves and inclusions — the event's official registration page
  • Temperature and humidity — Copernicus ERA5 reanalysis via Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0)
  • Elevation and terrain relief — Copernicus DEM GLO-90, ESA (CC BY 4.0)
  • Comparisons and counts — Race Discovery calendar, 6 Peninsula events

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