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Leading Causes of Life 5k

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 am
Location: 2800 Louisiana St., Lawrence, Kansas, 66046, United States
Running

Event Information:

2nd Annual Leading Causes of Life 5K and Festival (sponsored by Engage Douglas County)

Date: Saturday, April 26th, 2025

Time: 8:00 AM

Location: Broken Arrow Park, Lawrence

Entry Fee: $20

Proceeds benefit youth prevention and mental health in Douglas County.

Participant Packet Pick Up: Friday, April 25 from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. at DCCCA Service Center (1739 E. 23rd St. Lawrence, KS 66046)

Vendor Registration: Vendors and organizations are welcome to attend. Complete the registration form to reserve your space.

Cancellation: The run will be held rain or shine. If necessary, we will cancel the run for safety reasons. No refunds for any reasons; proceeds will go to local youth prevention programming.

T-Bird Trot 5K

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 am
Location: 150 S Main Street Benton, KS US 67017
Running

Description

Please join us in our small community, Benton, KS during our Benton Day celebration on April 26th. Start time is at 8am.  The race will be an out and back course and timed by Timer Guys.

T-Bird Trot 5K formally known as Circle Foundation. Several years ago, Circle Foundation handed off the race to the Circle Booster Club.  Same race, same community, and proceeds still benefiting our students in USD 375.  If you feel led to make a donation while processing your registration, we would be extremely grateful!  There is a free will donation breakfast sponsored by the Circle Booster Club during and after the race to kick off Benton Day.  Your race entry includes breakfast, just show your bib when you get in line. For non-participating family members and friends, we encourage a donation. 

Our route will include a trail just under a mile of the course. Trail shoes aren't needed for this run. We encourage you to check out Benton Two Angels Trail Facebook page for more information on how this trail came to life for all to enjoy. Benton Two Angels Trail

Please check our Facebook page, T-Bird Trot 5K for updates on the course and other race details.

Who We Are

T-Bird Trot is presented by Circle Booster Club.

Circle Booster Club is an organization comprised of dedicated parents, guardians, alumni, coaches, teachers, school administrators and community members who join together to support all student organizations of Circle Middle School and High School.

Our Mission

* Support students
* Unite the Circle community
* Enhance parent and school support

Race Route

This years course will be identical to last years. We reserve the right to change the course if necessary, in order to preserve the Two Angels Trail.  We do not foresee any reason that the course would need to be changed, but in the event it does, please watch our Facebook T-Bird Trot 5K and any emails for updates.

Breakfast and Start Line

Breakfast will be located in the Lyons Community Building and sponsored by the Circle Booster Club.  This is a free will donation for non-race participants and a kick off to Benton Day for the community. Showing your race bib will provide a free breakfast.

Race Contact Info

If you have any questions about this race, please contact the race director at circle@circleboosterclub.com

Emma Creek 5K and 1 Mile

Date: April 26, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: Hesston Middle School
Running

Description

Welcome to the 34th Annual Hesston Recreation and Community Education Emma Creek 5K/1M run/walk. 

This is our annual fundraiser to raise funds to serve our youth, who due to budgetary constraints, would not be able to participate. This race is an critical part of our mission which is "to serve our community so that people of all ages and abilities can have fun, grow and feel a sense of belonging."

If you have participated in the past, things will be a little different this year due to the construction around the high school. Please take note.

The first 600 who sign up will receive a swag bag with goodies from our sponsors as well as a 2025 Emma Creek t-shirt. The one mile will start at 9am. It is a fun run/walk, non-competitive for those who want to support us, but do not want to do a 5k. The 5k will start at 9:30am, with awards ceremony at 10:30am.

In previous years, awards plates were created by artist Lynn Lais. Mr. Lais was a Hesston resident, but has moved to Maine. We have greatly appreciated his artistic works and will be truly missed. We have partnered with Galley Mostaza in Harper Kansas to create our plates this year.

Awards will be given to the Top 10 overall and top 3 per age group. Age groups are 8 & younger; 9-11; 12-17; 18-24; 25-29; 30-34; 35-39; 40-44; 45-49; 50-54; 55-59; 60-64; 65-69; 70-74; 75-79; 80-84; and 85 and older. The awards ceremony will not be more than 30 minutes.

New this year!

If you have family or friends who want to cheer you on, but don't want to wait around... We have teamed up with the Healthy Harvey Coalition for things to do while they are waiting! We will update this more, when more information is available.

Packet Pick up

    • Friday, April 25
    • Hesston Aquatic Center
    • 300 N Ridge Rd
    • 9am to 3pm

Race Day Schedule

    • Hesston Middle School, 100 N Ridge Rd
    • Packet pick up/"day of" signing up - 8am
    • One mile - 9am
    • 5k - 9:30am
    • Will have brunch for runners
    • Awards - 10:30am
    • Parking will be at the stadium. 

Rules

    • The Emma Creek 5k is a certified fast-and-flat course for WOMEN AND GIRLS of all ages
    • Timing chips are used 
    • All Kansas middle school, junior high and high school track and field athletes are ineligible to enter or compete due to KSHSAA rules
    • Strollers are welcome, but should line up toward the back of the starting line
    • Please no cell phone use or pets in the race
    • No scooters/skates/skateboards
    • Medical Aid will be available 
    • Race results will be available at timerguys.com

FACEBOOK: Join us at “Emma Creek Classic 5K” on Facebook.

Coursehttps://www.mapmyrun.com/routes/view/1732463099

Lake McMurtry Ultra

Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 7:00 am
Location: Lake McMurtry West Recreation Area
Running

Overview

Oklahoma’s Oldest Trail Run!! The race was started in 1999 by Earl Blewett. Earl saw the beauty of Lake McMurtry with its gorgeous scenery, soft, beginner friendly trail system, spectacular lake views, and reputation for having some of the best trails in the state of Oklahoma for running as well as mountain biking. In 2009 Earl turned the race over to the Tatur organization and its race director Ken Childress. Ken did a fantastic job of keeping the quality, history and tradition of the Lake McMurtry Trail Race alive. The Outlaw group began directing the run in 2019 who added their own flair, while keeping the tradition alive with the same great trails and entertaining aid stations.

Day permits (parking pass) for Lake McMurtry can be purchased at https://www.lakemcmurtry.org/day-permit.html
You can either go to their office and show them your comformation and get a hang tag, or just print the reciept and leave it on your dash.

Outlaw Trail Series

Complete all 6 trail runs in the Outlaw Trail Series (Outlaw, Lake McMurtry, Flower Moon, Dark and Dirty, Liberty's Lost Treasure and Thunderbird) in a calendar year and receive a cool plaque to recognize your achievement. Distance is not a factor (in other words, you can run the 5K or the 135mile). An Oklahoma-shaped plaque with hooks looks great as a display for awesome medals.

Course Description

A variety of distances to choose from with offerings of 100K, 50K, 25K, 12K and 5K on single track, winding through the pines and along the shores of Lake McMurtry. This is a moderately difficult course, great for beginners and seasoned trail runners alike. The courses consist of a loop on the west side of the lake with the longer races utilizing an out and back to the east side of the lake as well. The 50K has about 2,600 feet of gain. The 100K comprises the 50K course twice. Please message us for gpx files.

https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/146790006

Cutoff

The cutoff for all distances is 18 hours.

Packet Pickup

Packet pick up will start at 6 am the day of the race. It will be set up at the west side pavilion at the Start/Finish.

Photography

Pictures will be available free with your registration!!

Discounts/Benefits

Military Discount
If you are currently an active duty Military or a Veteran, we'd like to give our thanks by extending a 10% discount for your entry fee. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Child Discount (In person only)
Outlaw events are meant to be amongst family and friends. As such, any parent entry will entitle one child (15 yo and under) to a free entry of the same or lesser distance. We understand that registering all the kids gets expensive, so here is a chance for the kids to get a great medal and T-shirt and to be active and healthy as a family. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Volunteer Benefits
Along with a T-shirt and the normal fun of volunteering, we would like to do more. It takes a community to put on quality races, but volunteers also need to be appreciated. The program will be as follows: Shifts are in 8 hour increments and you must sign up. If you volunteer for one shift at any of our races you will get 25% off registration for any of our future races. Distance is not a factor. So 4 shifts will be a free race.

Travel/Camping/Lodging

The start/finish is at the Lake McMurtry West Recreation Area. Apple Maps doesn’t give accurate directions to this location so please use Google Maps or the directions below. The race is not at the East Recreation Area.

Directions
Lake McMurtry West Recreation Area(30285 Bronco Curve, Stillwater, OK 74075)
From Stillwater and the 177/51 junction, head west on highway 51 (W 6th Ave.). Turn North (right) on N. Cottonwood Road for 3 miles. Then west (left) on E0590 and north (right) on County road 160 and a right on Bronco Curve.

Stillwater offers a variety of hotel options. Airport options include Will Rogers World Airport in Oklahoma City and the Tulsa International Airport.

Deferal / Transfer Credit (to a different race)

If you can no longer run the event you registered for, we offer the below-sliding scale prior to the originally schedule race date for receiving credit to a different Outlaw event. We do not provide refunds, deferrals, or transfers - only future race credit. The credit will only be useable by the original registered participant and only for Outlaw events. Unless otherwise stated, credits will be valid for two years from the original event date. Credit will be the amount paid minus taxes and fees. Transfers are a one-time opportunity. You cannot re-transfer a previously transferred race. Once credits have been issued, they are gone. This includes any credits used from volunteering, race credits, previous credits, or credits transferred. The submission date will be used to calculate the credit amount.

90-days out (or more): 100% credit

30-89 days out: 75% credit

Less than 30 days: No credit

Trail Workdays

Please visit our website or Facebook event page for information on trail workdays.

Miscellaneous

Medical Risks
Each runner is responsible or their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. It is important for the runner to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. Each participant must continuously monitor his/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that you are responsible for your own well-being during this race.

Race Rules For Runners
1 Absolutely no littering!
2. You may not stash supplies along the course.
3. Any runner dropping out shall immediately notify the nearest aid station or race management at the start/finish area.
4. Runners accepting a ride for any reason are deemed out of the race and may not re-enter.
5. All runners will abide by the directions of race management.
6. Violations of any rule will be grounds for disqualification. Race Management reserves the right to bar any runner from competing in this and any future Outlaw races.
7. In the case of a tie, runners will be placed alphabetically.
8. All animals must be leashed at all times.
9. Decisions of Race Management are final.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are trekking poles allowed?
Yes.

Are dogs allowed?
Yes, all dogs must be on a leash.

Do I have to run?
No, in fact many people walk or hike the entire race no matter the distance. You do not have to be fast to participate.

Please visit our website for further details www.outlaw100.com or contact us at Outlaw 100 on messenger. Also check out our facebook page Outlaw 100 for race updates and please “like” our page.

Run for Relief 5K

Date: April 12, 2025
Time: 8:00 am
Location: 44 Swarens St. Hutchinson, KS US 67502
Running

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://kansas.mccsale.org/run-for-relief/.

Description

Run/Walk for Relief 5k - 8:00am, April 12, 2025

The Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale (KMRS) is a fundraising event for Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) whose mission is to provide world relief and development in the name of Christ. The KMRS is an event held annually with this year's event occurring on April 12 and 13 at the Kansas State Fairgrounds in Hutchinson, KS. Event includes automatic race timing, age group awards, and post race food! Register by March 21st to be guaranteed a T-Shirt!

Register as a 'Fundraiser' and raise your entry fee, or more, for MCC! Raise $500 in the "Go The Extra Mile" Fundraising Challenge and you will earn an additional 1/4 zip long sleeve! During registration click 'Become a Fundraiser' to start your own online fundraising page that you can easily share and promote! If you are unable to raise your entry fee you will be charged the late entry fee at packet pick up.

If you are unable to attend this year's event in person we encourage you to sign up for the 'Remote' option and run or walk the 5k from your location and share your experience on our KMRS Run for Relief Facebook page. We greatly value your support of this race and want to include all who desire to be a part of it! Please watch our Facebook page and your email inbox for race updates. Note, remote participants will not receive T-Shirt or goodie bag.

Want to Participate Remotely  - Here's what to do!
1. Register yourself for the 2025 Run/Walk for Relief 5k (Remote)
2. Join us on April 12 by putting on your favorite Run for Relief or MCC Sale t-shirt from a past year (if you have one) and run or walk a 5K on your own or better yet with family or friends.
3.Take your picture and tag the Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale Run for Relief Facebook page.
4. Send your collected sponsor donations as instructed by race emails. Sorry we don't mail Tshirts but you can have someone pick it up for you.

5. Ask family, friends, or neighbors if they would also consider signing up to participate with you and help raise additional funds for MCC. 

All of the proceeds from the race, and greater Kansas Mennonite Relief Sale, benefit the work of Mennonite Central Committee (MCC) and provide for material needs and community development in North America and across the world in the name of Christ.

*Late registration is available in person at packet pick up Friday and Saturday.

Packet pick up and late registration will be in the Meadowlark building on the Kansas State Fair Grounds (Hutchinson, KS) from 5-8pm on Friday, April 11. You can also still register or pick up your packet on race day at the Rice Park shelter house starting at 7am.

Online registration will include a processing fee. Printable registration at: https://kansas.mccsale.org/run-for-relief/  

Clean Water 5k

Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 8:30 am
Location: 2101 W Sim Park Dr, Wichita, KS
Running

Description

PACKET PICK-UP: Friday, April 4, noon to 5 p.m. at Wichita First Church of the Nazarene (1400 E. Kellogg Drive).  Packets may also be picked up on race day starting at 7:30 am at the race information table near the starting line.

WHY ARE WE DOING THIS? For the seventh year in a row your entire registration fee goes toward building borehole wells and providing clean water education to villages in Africa. After 7 years, we now have 31 Wichita borehole wells in Malawi, Zimbabwe, Kenya, DR Congo & Ivory Coast--each one bringing abundant clean water to thousands of people every day.  This water is life. We use this precious resource many times each day without thought or effort. Yet many people around the world don’t enjoy this luxury because they don’t have easy access to water and possibly no access to clean water. Many women and children around the globe spend hours each day in search of water; their lives revolve around this task. Often the water they collect is contaminated and causes diarrhea, which is the leading cause of illness and death around the world. Many organizations are working to eradicate this problem by building safe wells in communities one village at a time. Access to clean water reduces illness and death, increases school attendance, builds gender equality, diminishes scarcity conflicts and improves impoverished communities. Yes, water is life.

Wichita Clean Water 5K partners with Nazarene Compassionate Ministries in Africa to bring life to villages through the construction of safe wells and clean water education. Many villages try to survive by fetching water from irrigation dams. Since these dams are meant for irrigation, the water is contaminated with diesel from pipes and generators. The water in these dams are further contaminated by animals, who also use this water source. Additionally, villagers bathe, do laundry and clean utensils in this dirty water. Community members often suffer from diarrhea and other waterborne diseases. Many women and children walk over 2½ miles to collect this dirty water.

Your race entry will help bring more borehole wells and water education to even more villages. You can make a life-changing difference to a community of people by registering for the Clean Water 5K and inviting your friends to join you. Together, we can install a safe well and be a part of something much bigger than ourselves.

Superhero 5k

Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 10:00 am
Location: Sedgwick County Park
Running

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.wichitaslittlestheroes.com/about-5.

Place

Sunflower Shelter at Sedgwick County Park

Description

Join us for the Superhero 5K and Walk
Unleash your inner hero on Saturday, April 5, 2025, at Sedgwick County Park! Don your favorite superhero costume and run, walk, or soar to make a difference for Wichita's Littlest Heroes. This family-friendly event brings the community together to support children battling life-threatening medical conditions. Whether you're racing for the win or strolling with loved ones, every step helps provide hope and assistance to the incredible families we serve. Expect a day of fun, inspiration, and community spirit as we champion the real heroes among us! Wichita's Littlest Hereos is an amazing local organization aiding children in our very own community battling life alteriing pediatric diagnosis's! WLH provides financial assistance, hospital visits, free fun famiily events, parent facebook page, zoo/museum memberships and so much more! This event is a fun-family event with a 5K Run/Walk that will feature DJ Carbon, Facepainting, Bouncy houses, vendor, food and drinks! 

When: April 5, 2025
Where: Sedgwick County Park
Why: Because heroes unite to make a difference

Bluestem Pace 5k

Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: 113 S. Ash McPherson, KS US 67460
Running

Mark your calendars for the 7th annual Bluestem PACE 5K Race on Saturday, April 5, 2025!

Proceeds from the race will benefit the Bluestem PACE Good Neighbor Fund.  This fund is in place to assist participants who encounter unforeseen circumstances and to support Bluestem PACE in providing high quality services.  Bluestem PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly) assists seniors in central Kansas so they can remain safe and independent in their home as long as possible.  Bluestem PACE is a non-profit organization.  

***First 50 people to sign up will receive a gift certificate for 18 holes of golf at Turkey Creek Golf Course in McPherson.***

El Dorado Half Marathon and 5K

Date: April 5, 2025
Time: 8:00 am
Location: El Dorado Train Depot - 430 N. Main - El Dorado, KS
Running

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at https://www.eldoradohalf.com.

Place

Packet pickup and race day registration sign-up are available.
USATF Half Marathon $90 USATF 5K $70
Cash or check
Packet Pickup:
Friday, April 4 2-5:00pm - Oz Events office -145 N. Main - El Dorado, KS *PLEASE USE BACK PARKING LOT ENTRANCE*
Saturday, April 5 7-8:00am - El Dorado Train Depot - 430 N. Main - El Dorado, KS

Description

Run the streets of El Dorado on April 5, 2025 by registering for the El Dorado Half Marathon & El Dorado 5K presented by W Investments. 

Prairie Spirit Trail Ultra

Date: March 22, 2025
Time: 6:00 am
Location: 220 West 17th Street, Ottawa, KS
Running

Entry

Unique buckles to all finishers of each event!
Complimentary race photos
Fully stocked aid stations
Post race meals for all participants

Course Description

The Prairie Spirit Trail is a beautiful "rails-to-trails" course that runs through numerous quaint little towns. Runners will do an out-and-back, beginning in Ottawa, KS, and traveling south to Iola (100 milers), Welda (100Kers), Garnett (50 milers) or Richmond (50K), then, back north to the finish. The course is primarily on a crushed limestone trail, with asphalt paths as you travel through each town. Manned and unmanned aid stations will be located approximately every 5 miles (with no greater distance than approximately 6 miles), and the course will be easily accessible to crew. It's a great event for first-timers, as it's a flat and relatively easy course. It's also the perfect course for experienced runners wanting to set a PR. The atmosphere will be family friendly, with plenty of places for your crew to hang out and relax while cheering you on. Pacers will be allowed for the second half of all events.

Aid Stations: Manned aid stations are fully stocked with water, electrolyte drink & snack-type foods, including soup & sandwiches, and unmanned aid stations with water only. The approximate distance between aid stations is 5 miles, with no distance greater than a little over 9 miles between manned aid stations; all manned aid stations will have drop bag access..

The following link will open up a Google Map, showing the locations of the Start/Finish (Celebration Hall) and all six manned aid stations/crew access & drop bag points located in Princeton, Richmond (50K t/a), Garnett (50 mile t/a), Welda (100K t/a), Colony & Iola (100-mile t/a). Unmanned (water-only) aid stations are also shown on the map.

Course Map(s) 

The courses are all USATF certified and record eligible.

100 mile - mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2287854271 // USATF: KS16018KH
100k - mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2287196812 // USATF: KS16005TJD
50 mile - mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2287889074 // USATF: KS16017KH
50k - mapmyrun.com/routes/view/2287920100 // USATF: KS16016KH
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Check-In/Staging Area

Race headquarters is at Celebration Hall, located at 1737 South Elm. Ottawa, KS 66067. Packet pick-up and drop-bag (drop-off) will be held from 5-8 PM on Friday evening.

Late packet pick-up Saturday morning starting at 4:30am.

Map to Celebration Hall (staging area) can be found by clicking the link below:

Prairie Spirit Trail Ultras Staging Location

Awards

All runners who complete their respective race distances within the designated time limit will be awarded distance-specific, custom-designed belt buckles or medal.
In addition, the first overall male and female in each race will receive an overall award.

Lodging

There are several different hotels to choose from in Ottawa, KS, with none of them being any further than 10-15 minutes maximum from Celebration Hall (staging location).

For those who'd prefer to camp or sleep in their vehicle, the grass lot across from Celebration Hall is open for primitive camping / parking.

Map and Course Profile

Please click the link below to open a PDF map of the course from the Kansas Department of Wildlife & Parks that also contains a course profile. Please note that our staging area (start/finish line) is not the Ottawa Depot as listed on this map, but is Celebration Hall a couple miles away, so mileage on this map will not correspond exactly with actual race course.

Prairie Spirit Trail Map & Course Profile

Photos

Mile 90 Photography will be taking photos that will be available after the race.

Go Green Leprechaun Run 10K and 2 Mile

Date: March 15, 2025
Time: 9:30 am
Location: Dyck Arboretum of the Plains 177 W Hickory Hesston, KS US 67062
Running

Description

81K FITNESS CHALLENGE - February 15 to March 15, 2025
2 MILE and 10K LEPRECHAUN RUN - March 15, 2025

Are you ready for a new fitness goal? In the month leading up to our annual Leprechaun Run, we want to offer a fitness challenge to kick-start your 2025 fitness goals and get you in peak shape to Go Green on March 15!

We think 81k is a nice target number. Dyck Arboretum of the Plains was founded in 1981 and Hesston is located on Highway 81. Eighty-one kilometers in 30 days amounts to 2.7 km/day (equal to 1.7 miles/day and 12 miles per week).

Do you want to do more? Set your sights higher and make it 81 miles. Approximately 6,100 walking steps/day would help you meet that challenge. If you can get into 10K running shape by February, running three 10Ks (6.2 miles each) per week would about get you to 81 miles.
Track your progress on our distance leader board to see how others are faring along with you. Plan to READY, SET, GO 81 in the new year - you can do it!
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***SCHEDULE***
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 15 to SATURDAY, MARCH 15
   -81K Fitness Challenge
FRIDAY, MARCH 14
   -Registration/packet pickup - 3:00-6:00 p.m. at Dyck Arboretum of the Plains (or pickup on Saturday morning)
SATURDAY, MARCH 15
   -Registration/packet pickup – 8:30-9:15 a.m.
   -Review of both courses in Pavilion - 9:15 a.m.
   -2 Mile and 10K races both start – 9:30 a.m.
   -Awards ceremony – 10:45 a.m. 

Race Website

Additional race information can be found at http://dyckarboretum.org/arboretum-event/go-green-leprechaun-run-2025/.

Haysville Shamrock Shuffle 5K

Date: March 8, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: 400 W 79TH ST S Haysville, KS US 67060
Running

Description

The Shamrock Shuffle is a way for the whole family to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in a fun, festive and healthy way! 

 Race Options, 5K Run/Walk, 1 Mile Fun Run, 100 Yard Dash (for ages 6y and under)

**Prizes will be awarded to the most “festive” runners.**

A portion of the proceeds goes to the USD261 Education Fund

For the Youth Race, the School that has the most runners will receive an additional $500!!!

WHEN/WHERE

Saturday March 8, 9am.  

400 W 79TH ST, Haysville, Ks

COST 5K

- $15 - 100 Yard Dash (6y and younger)

· $20 - 17yrs and Under and Fun Run.

· $30 - 5k Early Bird - Ends February 7

· $35 - 5k PreRegistration - Ends March 7 @ 5:00pm

· $40 - 5k Day of Event - Ends March 8 @ 8:30am!

Details:

* Registration includes Bib, T-Shirt and Medal

* 5K Race start at 9am. 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 10am. 100 Yard Dash begins at 10:30am.

* Packet Pick-up begins at 8:00am at the Haysville Activity Center (523 Sarah Ln) on March 7.

* Day of Check In begins at 8:00am at the Trout Shelter (400 W 79TH ST S) March 8

* Enjoy post race refreshments 

Lake Vian Hilltop Run

Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 6:00 am
Location: RegistratioLake Vian Vian, OK US 74962n
Running

Description

Get ready to party lakeside!  This 2-mile looped course will have you coming through the cheer zone plenty of times. We'll have plenty of sugary and salty calories and hydration to keep you going. The course is mixed paved and single track dirt trails that wind through the woods to the hilltop overlooking Lake Vian.  We have a 4 Miler, Half Marathon, Marathon, 50k, 50 Miler, 100k, and 100 Miler. Register by February 10 for a guaranteed shirt.  Porta potties at the start/finish area. Chip timing by The Timer Guys with active lap counts. Laps counts and results are updated in realtime, posting to both flatscreen TV and on their website accessible by mobile phone. So yes, family and friends can follow your journey, keep you updated as you come through the start/finish area, and keep cheering you on. 

Friday, February 28, 2025

12pm              Early packet pickup at the race site, personal aid station setup, camp site setup

Saturday, March 1, 2025

5am - 6am     Check-in - 50k, 50 Mile, 100k, 100 Mile

5am - 8am     Check-in - Marathon, Half Marathon, 4 Mile

6am               50k, 50 Mile, 100k, 100 Mile Start

8am               4 Miler, Half Marathon, Marathon Start

Sunday, March 2, 2025

5am - 8am     Check-in - 4 Mile, Half Marathon

8am               4 Miler, Half Marathon Start

2pm              All Distance Cutoff

Awards

All who complete at least 4 miles receive a finisher medal. If you sign up for a longer distance, and decide during the event to drop down to a shorter distance, you still receive a finisher medal as long as you completed at least 4 miles. Drop downs do not qualify for Top 3 Podium awards or place rank. As noted on 3/2/2024 results provided by Timer Guys, the "a.k." note in place of a numbered place rank indicates a drop down from a longer distance. This is the equivalent of an Unofficial Finish.

All 100 Miler finishers receive a buckle. 

Top 3 humans in each category receive an Overall Top 3 Podium award. We do not award top 3 female and top 3 male, because our results have shown that both genders are equally capable of outstanding mental and physical performance. The 3/2/2024 Top 3 Podiums were taken by 39% female and 61% male. 

Early starts are allowed if you do not think you will have time to complete your target distance within the cutoff time. Early starts do not qualify for Top 3 Awards or place rank.

Hilltop Doubler hats are awarded to those who complete both Saturday and Sunday events. This does not include an event that begins Saturday and ends Sunday. This is for two separate event registrations. One event Saturday, and one event Sunday. For instance, a half marathon on Saturday and a 4 miler on Sunday. It is also possible to complete a longer distance event that is expected to start on Saturday and carry over into Sunday AND a Sunday event such as a 100 miler and a Sunday 4 miler. This is 100 + 4 miles. The additional 4 miles are not concurrent, but consecutive, for a total of 104 miles. Both must be completed by the Sunday 2pm cutoff. 

Pacers are allowed after 50 miles. You are allowed one pacer on the course with you at a time. You may swap pacers as many times as you like, but only one pacer at a time may remain with you. Pacers are not allowed to “mule” for a participant, meaning they cannot carry the participant’s calories, hydration, or supplies. The loops are so short there isn’t any need for that anyway. Image

Pace/Elevation

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Course

Course is a mix of asphalt walking trail and dirt trails. Asphalt is in black, dirt is in brown. Very little of the dirt trail is technical. The direction will be clockwise for the duration of all event distances. Elevation is significantly less than the 2024 course. There is only 75’ of elevation per mile. Twisted Nut trail goes right next to a creek bed that the kids tend to enjoy. Image

Photography

Photography is provided as part of the trail family reunion experience. They're free for download, social media sharing, and personal printing. Mile 90 Photography will be taking pictures at our 2025 event. Check out our previous photo albums by Arnold Begay Photography: 202420232022

Shirt

Registration comes with a shirt. Since we offer men’s/unisex, women’s, and youth sizes it’s tricky getting all the same color. Just know it will probably be along these lines in heather eggplant or purple with gold colored ink. Image

Child Discount

Our children are our future and our present. We're all about providing positive experiences at an early age that lead to lifelong healthy habits. We love seeing families making memories too. Each parent entry comes with one free child (age 15 or under) entry. This applies to live events only, and does not include virtual. Please direct message us if you are interested.

Huge thanks to the Outlaw Trail Series for leading the way on this. When we saw that they do this, we knew it was the right thing to do. Check out their events at https://outlaw100.com for more family experiences. 

Deferrals

Registration may be deferred by 2/26/2025, the Wednesday leading up to the event. 

Volunteers

Hilltop does not happen without volunteers. Volunteers applied for grant money to build the trails. Volunteers helped with training runs leading up to this event. We need volunteers. We have everything from helping with setup, packet pickup, course marshaling, aid station, and pack out. Join our team of magic makers. Sign up today as a volunteer for Lake Vian Hilltop Run by clicking on the Volunteer tab above. 

Various

Animals must remain on a leash at all times during event, event setup, event teardown, and while camping before or after the event.

Participants dropping from an event must notify the Race Director, timing company, or one of its representatives prior to leaving the race site

Andover Glow Run 5K

Date: March 1, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: 1744 N Andover Rd Andover, KS US 67002
Running

Andover High School's National Honor Society is hosting the 1st annual Light the Night Glow Run 5K and One Mile Fun Run to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

March 1, 2025

6:30pm 5K Glow Run - glow sticks, t-shirt, and professional timing provided

7:30pm One Mile Fun Run and Light the Night tribute to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

Both runs will begin and end at Andover High School. 5K Registration includes access to the One Mile Fun Run.

Wichita State Engineering 5K

Date: February 22, 2025
Time: 9:00 am
Location: 1800 Innovation Blvd Wichita, KS US 67260
Running

WELCOME

Grab your lucky shoes and join us for the Annual Wichita State Engineering 5K Run/Walk. The 5K is open to Wichita State College of Engineering students, faculty, staff, and community members to celebrate National Engineering Week. The race course guides runners through the WSU Innovation Campus.

DETAILS

Race participants will receive a t-shirt and a special edition race medal. Awards will be given at the award ceremony after the race to the top 3 finishers of each category: WSU Students, Faculty/Staff, Community, and Alumni. 

Do you want to invite your friends, family, colleagues, school team, student organization, etc.? After you register send your personalized link/code to anyone you want to enjoy the race with! When 5 or more of your racemates register with your code you will 

The race will conclude with an AWARDS CEREMONY snacks, water, and a celebration! Proceeds from this race will be donated to the College of Engineering to help students financially throughout their college experience. This course is USTAF-certified.

Packet Pick-Up

  • Friday, February 21

    • 3pm-7pm
    • John Bardo Center Lobby

  • Saturday, February 22

    • 7:30am-8:45am
    • John Bardo Center Lobby

Directions: 
To the John Bardo Center: Google Maps

The race begins at 9:00 am, and the awards ceremony will occur at 10:30 am. Award categories to be announced. 

Not 4 Wimps Half Marathon, 10 Mile, and 10K

Date: February 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 pm
Location: 321 W Market St Derby, KS US 67037
Running

Description

The 33rd annual Not 4 Wimps trail run is ready & waiting for  you.  We will park, start and finish at the Warren Riverview Park. The only indoor restroom facilities available will be just outside the lodge entrance as the indoor facility is currently closed for maintenance & repairs.  Capacity of this year's event is limited to 200 so please sign-up early.  We’re bringing back chip timing with The Timer Guys. Bottled water will be provided at multiple distances on the course beginning at 3 miles.  Trash cans will be available immediately beyond the water stations for empty bottles as well as nutrition packaging etc. to help maintain clean trails.    The course will be well marked for each distance with all 3 distances sharing the same basic course. Our job is to make sure the course is everything that you've come to expect, your job is to bring on the fun. . .  and smile - even when it hurts! 

"No Frills" Race

 Bottled water will be provided post-event, but your on your own for food.   Feel free to bring your own goodies (toasted marshmallows are highly recommended) to share at the fire-pit as you cheer your friends through the finish-line.  Friends and family are welcome and encouraged to hang-out at the park - the Lodge balcony provides a great vantage point.

This is a timed course that is marked well, but it is still a trail course!  If you don't see any course markings, you are going the wrong way!   If you are not leading the pack and you come across a spider web, you’re going the wrong way!  If you get lost and tack on some extra mileage, well then you got some extra bang for your buck!  You're not going to get an age group medal, or a finishers medal, or a pretty shirt with this race.  When you get done, we have some awesome giveaways to go along with the pride of knowing that you didn't wimp out and take the shortcut back.  Feel free to also brag to your friends that you finished a challenging race in the middle of February, while everyone else is still in hibernation mode, or stuck on a treadmill wishing for some new scenery!   This race is a bargain, and we want to keep it that way! 

Packet Pickup

Packet pickup will start at 11:00 am at the outdoor pavilion.

Join the Derby Run Club - Save money!

Join the Derby Run Club for the low price of $25.00 for families and $20.00 for individuals.  What all benefits do you get for joining?

  • Save $5.00 on each Derby Run Club Race
  • Receive an awesome Derby Run Club T-shirt“
  • Receive a 15% Discount at Fartlek Running Store in the beautiful Delano district!
  • Assist the Derby Running Club in supporting the running community by funding quality equipment, certified courses, and insurance to continue our tradition of sponsor-free events designed “by runners for runners.”
  • Board Member opportunities are available for members interested in guiding the DRC into the future!

Safety

Races are limited to registered participants only. No rollerblades, bicycles, skateboards or strollers are allowed. Noncompliance will result in disqualification. Course Marshalls will control traffic, but runners should use extreme caution. Slower participants are encouraged to begin toward the rear to avoid congestion and collision.   All skill levels are welcome, walkers are encouraged to sign up for 10K or 10M as the course and timing will close at 3:00.  In the event of injury, send word along with a passing runner who will relay the info to the next course marshall - first-aid vehicle will be contacted and directed to your location. Identify clothing color ("dude in the red hat") and approximate distance traveled for fastest response.

Outlaw Ultra

Date: February 8, 2025
Time: 6:00 am
Location: N4300 Rd, Kinta, OK 74552
Running

Description

The Outlaw 100 will take place at Twin Mountains in Kinta, Oklahoma. The course offers a dynamic mix of terrain, including rocky climbs, creek crossings, runnable jeep roads, and steep powerline ascents. Runners will even get the chance to follow a historic stagecoach road. With over 2,000 feet of elevation gain on a 13-mile loop, the course promises to be both fun and challenging.

Each entry comes with a t-shirt, and hoodies are available for purchase separate

Outlaw Trail Series

Complete all 6 trail runs in the Outlaw Trail Series (Outlaw, Lake McMurtry, Flower Moon, Dark and Dirty, Liberty’s Lost Treasure, and Thunderbird) in a calendar year and receive a cool plaque to recognize your achievement. Distance is not a factor (in other words, you can run the 5K or the 135mile). An Oklahoma-shaped plaque with hooks looks great as a display for awesome medals.

Outlaw 135

There has been increased interest in longer distances, especially the 200-mile races. This is a nice intermediate to test yourself and develop strategies for those longer runs. Same Saturday morning start time for the 100-mile run with a 48-hour cutoff (see cutoffs in the section below).

Outlaw 100

The Outlaw 100 features a challenging 13-mile loop completed eight times, with each loop offering over 2,000 feet of elevation gain. By the time you conquer the full 100 miles, you’ll have tackled an impressive 17,500 feet of total elevation gain. The course is known for its highly technical terrain, packed with rocks and moderate climbing, all at an altitude of around 1,000 feet.

This is not your typical rails-to-trails or gravel road event, which explains the generous cutoff times. Depending on pre-race rainfall, water crossings—where you’ll absolutely get your feet wet—may also add to the adventure. Get ready for a race that’s both challenging and rewarding!

50 Mile, Marathon, and Half Marathon

The half marathon is the 13.1 mile loop. The marathon consists of two loops and the 50 mile consists of four loops (thus the 50 mile is about 52ish miles). Cutoffs for the 50 mile, marathon, and half marathon (all races aside from 135 and 100 miles) are 10Pm Sunday night. This gives 39.5 hours for the 50 mile and 14 hours for the Sunday half and full marathons.

5K

One of the most scenic 5ks in Oklahoma.

Run it on Saturday or Sunday.

Doublers will receive an Outlaw special item. You must complete a distance of a half marathon or more on one day and at least the 5k on the other. One run must be in person.

Cutoff for 135 and 100 and Aid Stations

6 am start
48 hour cut off

Aid Stations: Mileage

Shorty’s Brothel: 6.5 miles

Start/Finish 9 miles

Start/Finish: 13 miles (bathrooms)

Start last 35 miles: 40 hours
Final cutoff: 48 hou

Schedule of Events

Friday Packet Pickup at Campground 2 from 5- 8pm

Saturday
Packet Pickup from 5-7am. Please don’t wait until the last minute.
6am 135, 100 mile start
6:30am 50 mile start
7am Marathon, Half Marathon start
7:30am 5K start

Sunday

Packet pickup from 6-8am
8am Marathon, Half Marathon start
8:30am 5K start
6PM 100 mile 5th loop cutoff at s/f
10PM all races except 100 and 135 cutoffs

Monday
6am Final cutoff for 135 and 100 mile races

Photography

Mile 90 will be making the runners look good and capturing spectacular images for you to share. These are free with your registration. Please visit their website www.mile90.com for previous Outlaw pictures!!

Pacer/Crew/Drop Bags

100 and 135 mile runners may have a pacer after 50 miles or when it starts to get dark. 50 mile runners may have a pacer when it starts to get dark if necessary. Crew and drop bags are allowed at Shorty’s Brothel and the start/finish. Please label drop bags with name, race number, distance, and desired location. There will be tarps at the start/finish for drop bags. Bags will be taken to Shorty’s Brothel at 5:30am on race day. It is each runner’s responsibility to pick up their drop bags. Any drop bags remaining will be disposed of or donated.

Discounts/Benefits

Military Discount
If you are currently active duty Military or a Veteran, we'd like to give our thanks by extending a 10% discount for your entry fee. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Child Discount (in person only)
Outlaw events are meant to be amongst family and friends. As such, any parent entry will entitle one child (15 yo and under) to a free entry of same or lesser distance. We understand that registering all the kids gets expensive so here is a chance for the kids to get a great medal and T-shirt and to be active and healthy as a family. Please message us at Outlaw 100 for the coupon code.

Volunteer Benefits
Along with a T-shirt and the normal fun of volunteering, we would like to do more. It takes a community to put on quality races, but volunteers also need to be appreciated. The program will be as follows: Shifts are in 8 hour increments and you must sign up. If you volunteer for one shift at any of our races you will get 25% off registration for any of our future races. Distance is not a factor. So 4 shifts will be a free race.

Deferal / Transfer Credit (to a different race)

If you can no longer run the event you registered for, we offer the below-sliding scale prior to the originally schedule race date for receiving credit to a different Outlaw event. We do not offer refunds, deferrals, or transfers - only future race credit. The credit will only be useable by the original registered participant and only for Outlaw events. Unless otherwise stated, credits will be valid for two years from the original event date. Credit will be the amount paid minus taxes and fees. Transfers are a one-time opportunity. You cannot re-transfer a previously transferred race. Once credits have been issued, they are gone. This includes any credits used from volunteering, race credits, previous credits, or credits transferred. The submission date will be used to calculate the credit amount.

90-days out (or more): 100% credit

30-89 days out: 75% credit

Less than 30 days: No credit

Lodging/Travel/Parking

Camping will be available at Twin Mountains for 20$ a night. Wilburton has local hotels and McAlester is the closest larger town. The Tulsa International Airport is the closest airport.

Miscellaneous

Medical Risks
Each runner is responsible or their own actions. It is crucial that you are physically and mentally prepared for the stresses of the race. We will utilize the local EMS services in case of a medical emergency. It is important for the runner to recognize the potential physical and mental stresses that may evolve from participation in this race. Each participant must continuously monitor his/herself and understand their limitations. Remember that you are responsible for your own well-being during this race.

Race Rules For Runners
1 Absolutely no littering!
2. You may not stash supplies along the course.
3. Any runner dropping out shall immediately notify the nearest aid station or race management at the start/finish area.
4. Runners accepting a ride for any reason are deemed out of the race and may not re-enter.
5. All runners will abide by the directions of race management.
6. Violations of any rule will be grounds for disqualification. Race Management reserves the right to bar any runner from competing in this and any future Outlaw races.
7. In the case of a tie, runners will be placed alphabetically.
8. All animals must be leashed at all times.
9. Decisions of Race Management are final.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are trekking poles allowed?
Yes.

Are dogs allowed?
Yes, all dogs must be on a leash.

Do I have to run?
No, in fact many people walk or hike the entire race no matter the distance. You do not have to be fast to participate.

Please visit our website for further details www.outlaw100.com or contact us at Outlaw 100 on messenger. Also check out our facebook page Outlaw 100 for race updates and please “like” our page.

Dropdowns/DNFs?DQs

Runners starting a race but not finishing the intended distance will be listed as a DNF at the bottom of the results for their registered distance. Runners may not be “dropped down” to a shorter distance once they start a race, and will not appear as finishers of the shorter distance. This ensures a fair event where runners know their competition and cannot be lowered in place by a runner dropping down in distance. Runners may switch distances before the start of their race and will be eligible as a finisher in that event

DNF: Runners starting a race but not finishing the intended distance, in the intended order as marked, and under the official cutoffs,will be listed as a DNF at the bottom of the results for their registered distance.

DQ: Runners must complete the course in its intended order, as marked by race officials. Any deviation from or cutting of the course may result in a timing penalty or even disqualification. Additionally, runners who are found to be excessively rude to race personnel, volunteers, or others may also be considered for disqualification. We believe in fostering a respectful and supportive race environment, and these rules are in place to uphold that.

Dropdowns: Runners may not be “dropped down” to a shorter distance once they have started a race and will not appear as finishers of the shorter distance. Runners may switch distances before the start of their race and will be eligible as a finisher in the updated race distance.

Frigid 5K

Date: February 1, 2025
Time: 8:30 am
Location: Sedgwick Co. Park- Horseshoe Shelter 6501 W 21st St N Wichita, KS US 67205
Running

Join us for the February 1, 2025, Frigid 5K at Sedgwick Co. Park in Wichita, KS.
Chipped timed results.
Race themed shirts.
Themed bibs.
Age group awards.
The run will be followed with donuts and hot chocolate.

Ollie’s Ultra

Date: December 7, 2024
Time: 8:00 am
Location: 208 35 pkwy, Chanute, KS 66720
Running

Description

Ollie's Ultra is a USATF Certified Course

24/12/6 Hour are State Record Eligible
Ollie's Ultra is a 24/12/9/6/3 hour endurance event hosted at Santa Fe Park in Chanute Kansas.

***NEW FOR 2024*** 4 person Relay that is 4 hours long. We will have an exchange area to pass your bib. Bring your Friends and see how much you can complete in 4 hours. Awards for top 3 teams as well as shirt and full aid station access.

Custom Big Chain awards to the 24 Hour Champions and 12 Hour Champions!

Ran on a soft chat trail at the old Safari Golf Course. Runners will complete a 2.022 mile loop during their selected time. Full loops only will be counted. No loops completed after the strict cutoff times will count. In the event of a tie the time in which individuals complete the last full loop will be the tie breaker.

24 Hour Start- 8am Saturday with a cutoff of 8am Sunday
12 Hour Start- 8am with cutoff at 8pm
9 Hour Start- 8am with cutoff at 5pm,
6 Hour Start- 9am with cutoff at 3pm
3 Hour Start- 9am with cutoff at 12pm

We will have a fully stocked manned aid station at the base camp just past the start/finish line. We will have a variety of snacks and hot foods available as well as water and Tailwind. You are strongly encouraged to carry your own water bottle or pack even though it is just over 2 miles for each loop. There will be plenty of space for you to set up your own tent or "camp" in the area North of the Aid Station. As well there are RV camp sites nearby.

Registration will include a tshirt and finishers award as well as awards for the top finisher male and female of each race. For 2024 race distance finisher awards for the furthest distance you exceed. Medals for 10k, Half Marathon and Marathon. As well as buckles for 50k, 50 Mile, 100k and 100 mile distances. You will only get 1 of the greatest distance you cover! Come and collect them all over the years!!

Course Rules and Info

1) Runners must complete the course on their own. There will be no pacers allowed for the duration of this race. The only Aid available for you to meet with your crew is at base station just past the finish of each loop.

2)We will have official timing for this event. If you do not wish to continue at any point please check out with the director at the finish line. Once crossing and "checked in" for the loop completed, exit the finish area and proceed to aid stations or continue running your loops. There will be seperation of finish line and aid station so this should not be an issue. You will have plenty of room just be courteous and avoid bottlenecking at the aid.

3)The race will run counter clockwise at all times. there is enough room for 2 people to run side by side but realize we will have people of all paces running and allow room for people to pass.

4) Any course cutting will result in an immediate disqualification. We are running the outer most part of the course and will be well marked so you dont get off track. Will also have reflective tape for after dark.

5) All 24 and 12 hour runners will be required to have a headlamp or light for after dark. Although some portions of the course may have light it will still be required.
6) No strollers, dogs, bikes will be allowed on the course