{"race":{"race_id":212034,"name":"Winter Thorn Trail Race","last_date":null,"last_end_date":null,"next_date":"12\/12\/2026","next_end_date":"12\/12\/2026","is_draft_race":"F","is_private_race":"F","is_registration_open":"T","created":"7\/30\/2026 18:40","last_modified":"11\/2\/2026 11:29","description":"<h1>Winter Thorn Trail Race &amp; Hike\u00a0<\/h1>\n<div class=\"subtitle\">A Fundraiser for Friends of Findley State Park<\/div>\n<p>Take on the cold and experience Findley State Park in a whole new season. Whether you&#39;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&#39;s trail system.<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0This trail race and hike will help <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsoffindley.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">The Friends of Findley State Park<\/a><\/strong> promote and make improvements, educate children and the general public on the importance of the preservation and conservation of our natural resources, and enhance the park facilities, natural habitat, and educational program.<\/p>\n<h2>Event Details<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"main-list\"><li><strong>Date:<\/strong> Saturday, December 12, 2026<\/li><li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Beach parking area, Findley State Park<\/li><li><strong>Course:<\/strong> 10.5-mile single-lap loop covering the entirety of the Thorn Mountain Bike Trail (single-track, technical terrain).<\/li><li><strong>Options:<\/strong> Open to both <strong>Runners<\/strong> and <strong>Hikers<\/strong>!<\/li><\/ul>\n<h2>Registration Pricing<\/h2>\n<ul><li><strong>Early-Bird Price:<\/strong> <span class=\"price-highlight\">$45<\/span>\u00a0<em>(Available through August 31st)\u00a0<\/em><\/li><li><strong>September Price:<\/strong> <span class=\"price-highlight\">$50<\/span>\u00a0<em>(Starting September 1st)<\/em><\/li><li><strong>October Price:<\/strong> $55 (<em>Starting October 1st)<\/em><\/li><li><strong>November Price: <\/strong>$60 (Starting November 1st)<\/li><\/ul>\n<h2>Event Schedule &amp; Cutoff Times<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"main-list\"><li><strong>Friday, Dec. 11:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"sub-list\"><li><span class=\"schedule-time\">Afternoon:<\/span> Course marking by RTL Crew. Come preview the trails or volunteer and earn an entry.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li><li><strong>Saturday, Dec. 12:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"sub-list\"><li><span class=\"schedule-time\">7:30 AM:<\/span> Packet Pick-Up &amp; On-Site Registration Opens<\/li><li><span class=\"schedule-time\">8:00 AM:<\/span> Early Start <em>(Recommended for hikers and participants needing extra time)<\/em><\/li><li><span class=\"schedule-time\">9:00 AM:<\/span> Official Start (Runners &amp; Hikers)<\/li><li><span class=\"schedule-time\">12:00 PM:<\/span> Strict Course Cutoff Time <em>(3-hour course limit)<\/em><\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n<h2>Course &amp; On-Course Support<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"main-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.strava.com\/routes\/3518028042187354706\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Link to Course Map<\/strong><\/a><\/li><li><strong>Midway Aid Station (~Mile 5):<\/strong> Located at the campsite. Fully supplied with water and basic fuel\/hydration to keep your engine running.<\/li><\/ul>\n<h2>Post-Race Feast, Swag &amp; Awards<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"main-list\"><li><strong>Post-Race Meal:<\/strong> Enjoy warm, fresh-cooked pancakes and sausage prepared and served right at the finish line by <strong>BSA Troop 414<\/strong>!<\/li><li><strong>Swag &amp; Gear:<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"sub-list\"><li>Custom Finisher Medals for all finishers!<\/li><li>Commemorative giveaway mugs featuring the official race logo.<\/li><li>Official event logo hoodies available for purchase during registration.<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li><li><strong>Awards (by Jason Duly):<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"sub-list\"><li>1st Place Overall (Male &amp; Female)<\/li><li>1st Place Age Group Awards<\/li><\/ul>\n<\/li><\/ul>\n<p><strong>Race Director - <\/strong>Garrett Gerken, Run The Land<\/p>","url":"https:\/\/runsignup.com\/Race\/OH\/Wellington\/WinterThorn","external_race_url":null,"external_results_url":null,"fb_page_id":"runiversity","fb_event_id":null,"address":{"street":"58 N State St","street2":null,"city":"Wellington","state":"OH","zipcode":"44090","country_code":"US"},"timezone":"America\/New_York","logo_url":"https:\/\/d368g9lw5ileu7.cloudfront.net\/uploads\/generic\/genericImage-websiteLogo-288197-1785454593.4322-0.bQA-ab.png","can_use_registration_api":"F","real_time_notifications_enabled":"F","events":[{"event_id":1191808,"race_event_days_id":416181,"name":"10 Mile Race","details":null,"start_time":"12\/12\/2026 09:00","end_time":null,"age_calc_base_date":null,"registration_opens":"7\/30\/2026 18:41","event_type":"running_race","distance":"10 Miles","volunteer":"F","require_dob":"T","require_phone":"T","registration_periods":[{"registration_opens":"7\/30\/2026 18:41","registration_closes":"8\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$45.00","processing_fee":"$4.25"},{"registration_opens":"9\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"9\/30\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$50.00","processing_fee":"$4.55"},{"registration_opens":"10\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"10\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$55.00","processing_fee":"$4.85"},{"registration_opens":"11\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"12\/12\/2026 12:00","race_fee":"$60.00","processing_fee":"$5.15"}],"sub_event_ids":[],"previous_year_event_id":null,"giveaway":"Optional Hooded Sweatshirt Add-On"},{"event_id":1191809,"race_event_days_id":416181,"name":"10 Mile Hike","details":"Hike, Ruck, or Walk","start_time":"12\/12\/2026 09:00","end_time":null,"age_calc_base_date":null,"registration_opens":"7\/30\/2026 18:41","event_type":"running_race","distance":"10 Miles","volunteer":"F","require_dob":"T","require_phone":"T","registration_periods":[{"registration_opens":"7\/30\/2026 18:41","registration_closes":"8\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$45.00","processing_fee":"$4.25"},{"registration_opens":"9\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"9\/30\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$50.00","processing_fee":"$4.55"},{"registration_opens":"10\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"10\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$55.00","processing_fee":"$4.85"},{"registration_opens":"11\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"12\/12\/2026 12:00","race_fee":"$60.00","processing_fee":"$5.15"}],"sub_event_ids":[],"previous_year_event_id":null,"giveaway":"Optional Hooded Sweatshirt Add-On"},{"event_id":1192614,"race_event_days_id":416181,"name":"10 Mile Hike (Early Start)","details":"Hike, Ruck, or Walk","start_time":"12\/12\/2026 08:00","end_time":null,"age_calc_base_date":null,"registration_opens":"8\/2\/2026 19:16","event_type":"running_race","distance":"10 Miles","volunteer":"F","require_dob":"T","require_phone":"T","registration_periods":[{"registration_opens":"8\/2\/2026 19:16","registration_closes":"8\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$45.00","processing_fee":"$4.25"},{"registration_opens":"9\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"9\/30\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$50.00","processing_fee":"$4.55"},{"registration_opens":"10\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"10\/31\/2026 23:59","race_fee":"$55.00","processing_fee":"$4.85"},{"registration_opens":"11\/1\/2026 00:00","registration_closes":"12\/12\/2026 12:00","race_fee":"$60.00","processing_fee":"$5.15"}],"sub_event_ids":[],"previous_year_event_id":null,"giveaway":"Optional Hooded Sweatshirt Add-On"}]}}