Events
Location
Camp Manatoc
1075 Truxell Road
Peninsula, OH 44264
Description
Trailblazers and fun-chasers, grab your sneakers and head to Camp Manatoc on May 24th! With a 2-4-8 hour format and a rowdy relay option, Fools is your ticket to ultra-ready prep or a wild day with your trail posse, taking on 5k loops of pure trail magic.
NEW 2-4-8 Hour Format!
Fools is your ultimate training ground for longer races like the Burning River Endurance Run & Relay. The 5k course, with 167 feet of climb per loop, is packed with wide-open trails, twisty singletrack, and sassy hills. Choose 2, 4, or 8 hours to stack loops and master your endurance game. With a fully stocked aid station at the end of each loop and space to set up your own rest area, you can test what works without the pressure of a point-to-point.
- Practice Smart: Try different fuel, hydration, gear, and pacing strategies each loop.
- Supported Setup: Fully stocked aid station plus your own rest area for quick recovery.
- Build Confidence: Get ready to crush your next big race in a low-pressure setting!
NEW Relay Format!
Looking for an unforgettable day on the trails? The Fools Relay is where it’s at! Grab your best trail buddies and form a team to tackle as many 5k loops as you can in 8 hours. There’s no better way to bond than cheering each other on through the pine forest, past Minnehaha Falls, and over the scenic hills of Camp Manatoc’s private trails.
- Team Vibes: Share laughs, strategy, and high-fives with your trail posse. Build camaraderie and practice teamwork for your Burning River 100M Relay in July.
- Pit Stop Party: Hit the fully stocked aid station or your own cozy rest zone to recharge.
- Fun for All: Bring your family and friends and a picnic vibe – there's plenty of room for spectating, and everyone’s welcome to join the fun!
Course
Other than a road crossing or two, the course is 100% trails – from wide open trail to twisting and turning single track, and some challenging hills of course! Click here to view the Fools Course Maps (167 ft gain per 5k loop)
Donations
Donations benefit Camp Manatoc, home of the Great Trail Council, Boy Scouts of America.
Swag Options
Choose One:
- Triblend Tee with Fools Trail Race logo and Finisher Medal
- OES Ultra-light Packable Rain/Wind Jacket and Finisher Medal – $20 premium
Awards
Awards for 2/4/8 Hour solo events:
- Top 3 Overall Male and Female
- Top 3 Male and Female in the following 5-year age groups:
24 & Under, 25-29, 30-34, 35-39, 40-44, 45-49, 50-54, 55-59, 60-64, 65-69, and 70 & Over
Awards for 8 Hour Relay event:
- Top 1 Men's Team
- Top 1 Women's Team
- Top 3 Co-Ed Teams (Female participants must run at least 25% of the time to be considered for Co-Ed awards)
Endurance Athletes of the Year
Participate in 4 events to qualify and have a chance to be an Ohio Endurance Athlete of the Year! Qualifiers receive a trading card with your photo and Ohio Endurance Series race stats. Awards will be given for the Top 5 Overall, Top 1 Masters, Top 1 Grand Master.
Registration
- EARLY (through 4/23)
- 2 Hour – $50
- 4 Hour – $70
- 8 Hour – $85
- 8 Hour 4 Person Relay – $45 (per person)
- REGULAR (4/24 – 5/13)
- 2 Hour – $60
- 4 Hour – $80
- 8 Hour – $95
- 8 Hour 4 Person Relay – $55 (per person)
- LATE (5/14 – 5/24)
- 2 Hour – $65
- 4 Hour – $85
- 8 Hour – $100
- 8 Hour 4 Person Relay – $60 (per person)
Race Day Details
- LOCATION: Camp Manatoc, 1075 Truxell Rd, Peninsula, OH 44264
- START TIME: 8:00 AM
- PACKET PICKUP begins at 6:30 AM
- AID STATIONS
- Participants can set up their own drop bag/crew/rest area near the start/finish. Participants are encouraged to carry water.
- One full serve aid station located near the start/finish will offer the following:
- Hydration: Water, Tailwind, Coke, ginger ale, pickle juice
- Salty snacks: Whole white potatoes (cold with salt), pretzel nuggets with peanut butter, Cheezits, corn chips, potato chips
- Sweet snacks: Payday candy bars, fruit snacks, Fig Newtons, Nutty Buddies, pineapple chunks, apple or cherry fruit pies
- Food: Sloppy Joes, mashed potatoes, PB&J sandwiches, Nutella sandwiches
- DOGS
- Dogs are permitted to spectate and/or run on course at Camp Manatoc on race day.
- They must remain leashed at all times and are not allowed in the area of the aid station.
More Information
- Fools is part of the Ohio Endurance Series, featuring fully supported trail races of varying distance and difficulty in the best parks throughout Ohio.
- Visit our website to learn more about Western Reserve Racing and to view our race calendar
Race Contact Info
If you have any questions about this race, click the button below.
RaceJoy
Interactive Race Day Experience with RaceJoy
Live Phone Tracking, GPS Progress Alerts and Cheers!
We are providing you with RaceJoy as part of the official race experience for the Fools.
Download the RaceJoy mobile app in advance to ensure proper phone setup. Invite your friends and family to track you and send you cheers!
Some key RaceJoy features include:
GPS Progress Alerts
- Receive continual progress updates as you complete your goal.
Live GPS Tracking
- Remote spectators can track your progress live in a map view. You can also track others.
Send-a-Cheer
- Receive supportive audio cheers from remote friends & family.
Virtual Results (virtual events only)
- Enter your race-assigned bib number to automatically submit your finish data for real-time scored results.
Directions
Camp Manatoc
1075 Truxell Road
Peninsula, OH 44264
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