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Winter Thorn Trail Race
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Winter Thorn Trail Race

Wellington, Ohio, United States View on map
Dec 12, 2026 (America/New_York local time)
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About this race

Winter Thorn Trail Race & Hike  A Fundraiser for Findley State Park

Take on the cold and experience Findley State Park in a whole new season. Whether you're racing for an age group title or taking on a scenic winter hike, every step you take supports the maintenance and preservation of our park's trail system.

Event Details

  • Date: Saturday, December 12, 2026
  • Location: Thorn Trailhead, Findley State Park
  • Course: 10.5-mile single-lap loop covering the entirety of the Thorn Mountain Bike Trail (single-track, technical terrain).
  • Options: Open to both Runners and Hikers!

Registration Pricing

  • Early-Bird Price: $30 (Available through September 1st)
  • Standard Price: $40 (Starting September 2nd)

Event Schedule & Cutoff Times

  • Friday, Dec. 11:
    • Afternoon: Course marking by RTL Crew. Come preview the trails or volunteer and earn an entry.
  • Saturday, Dec. 12:
    • 7:30 AM: Packet Pick-Up & On-Site Registration Opens
    • 8:00 AM: Early Start (Recommended for hikers and participants needing extra time)
    • 9:00 AM: Official Start (Runners & Hikers)
    • 12:00 PM: Strict Course Cutoff Time (3-hour course limit)

Course & On-Course Support

  • Link to Course Map
  • Midway Aid Station (~Mile 5): Located at the campsite. Fully supplied with water and basic fuel/hydration to keep your engine running.

Post-Race Feast, Swag & Awards

  • Post-Race Meal: Enjoy warm, fresh-cooked pancakes and sausage prepared and served right at the finish line by BSA Troop 414!
  • Swag & Gear:
    • Custom Finisher Medals for all finishers!
    • Commemorative giveaway mugs featuring the official race logo.
    • Official event logo hoodies available for purchase during registration.
  • Awards (by Jason Duly):
    • 1st Place Overall (Male & Female)
    • 1st Place Age Group Awards

Race Director - Garrett Gerken, Run The Land

Pick your distance

Running

10 Mile Race

Dec 12, 2026 16.1K 9:00 AM
$35.00
Open

10 Mile Hike

Hike, Ruck, or Walk

Dec 12, 2026 16.1K 9:00 AM
$35.00
Open

Race-day daylight

We have no recorded weather for Wellington yet, but sunrise and sunset follow from the venue and the date.

Sunrise
Sunrise at the start line on December 12, 2026 (EST)
Sunset
Sunset at the start line on December 12, 2026 (EST)
Daylight
Hours between sunrise and sunset on race day
9h 15m

The sun rises at 7:45 AM and sets at 5:00 PM local time (EST) in Wellington on December 12, 2026 — 9h 15m of daylight.

Course

No course map published yet.

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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, 7 Wellington events

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