2017 RCGC Track Mile Tonight at 7:00 pm

Tonight is the RCGC Track Mile.  Race Day Registration opens at 6:00 PM AT Shea Stadium in Norwood OH and race start is at 7:00 PM.
Cost is $5.00 for RCGC Members / 21& Under ; $10.00 for the General Public. Visit the race information page or contact the club hotline at 513-594-8203 for more details.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Tuesday, June 20, 2017 - Open to All.
• TIME: 7:00 PM.
• PLACE: Shea Stadium, 2603 Harris Ave, Norwood OH.
• RACE DAY REGISTRATION:  Opens 6:00 PM at Shea Stadium.
• COST: $10.00 – General Public. $5.00 - RCGC Members / 21 & Under.  Opens 6:00 PM.
• COURSE: 4 laps around the Track at Shea Stadium
• AWARDS: Overall awards given to the Top Male and Top Female. Awards given to the top male and female runner in the following age groups: 12 & under, 13-18, 19-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60&over.
• OTHER: Food and drink available after the race. No dogs or strollers allowed. Visit the race page for information.

December 2014 Races

Below is list of upcoming races in Greater Cincinnati in December. Check the club calendar for a few more races in December.
Saturday December 6

• Arctic Dash, 9:00 am,Camp Kern, 5291 State Route 350, Oregonia, OH, www.kerndash.org. 
• Dayton Jingle Bell Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Dayton Mall, Dayton, OH, Race Information.
• Voices of Indiana Jingle Bell 5K/10K, 9:30 am, Greendale Cabin, Greendale Park, Greendale IN, www.stuartroadracing.com. 

Sunday December 7 

• Topo Trail Marathon East Fork State Park, 9:00 am, East Fork State Park, Bethel OH, www.topoadventuresports.org.
• Seven Hills Run, 10:00 am, Lincoln Center 1027 Linn St. Cincinnati OH, 10:00 AM. Run Information.

Saturday December 13

• Reindeer Romp, 9:00 am, Crosby Township Senior Center, Crosby Township OH, www.crosbytwp.org.

• Women's Recovery Center Santa Run 5K, 9:30 am, Women's Recovery Center, 515 Martin Drive, Xenia OH, www.keysports.net. 
• Hit The Grounds Running 5k Trail Race, Moontime Lake, Lucasville OH, www.tristateracer.com.
• Jingle Bell Run/Walk, 10:00 am, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, Covington, KY, www.racedmc.com.
• Topo Trail Running Series - East Fork State Park, 10:00 am, East Fork State Park, Bethel OH,  www.topoadventuresports.org.

Saturday December 20

• Egg Nog Jog, 10:00 AM, Longworth's Mt. Adams OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Noel 5K, 10:00 am, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH, www.noelrun.org.

Saturday December 27

• Topo Trail Running Series - Big Bone, 10:00 am, Big Bone Lick State Park, Union KY, www.topoadventuresports.org.

RCGC Turkey Burner Mile Run Recap

About 30 runners decided to burn a few  extra calories and figure out how fast that they could run a mile this past Sunday November 30, 2014 for A Turkey Burner Mile Run at Summit Park in Blue Ash OH. For their efforts, runners received a finisher prize. Conditions for the race were warm, overcast and windy.  The wind would effect the runners on the out and back relatively flat mile course on the former taxi runway of Blue Ash Airport.
Top finisher was Ekaterina Nikiforova  with a time of 5:06 and was the top female overall.  She was followed by Larisa Mikhaylova who ran a 6:10 and Kelly O' Dell who ran a 7:14. Harvey Lewis was the top male with a time of 5:27 followed by Dennis Miles  who ran a 5:57 and John Garrity who ran a 6:16. (View results).
 Thank you to our volunteers Cindy Cranmer, Tom Glasscock, Julia Glasscock, Paul Roche and her friend Tom, Stacy Osborne, and Paul Seibert.  Without their help, the race could not have happened.  A special thank to the City of Blue Ash for allowing us to use Summit Park and the taxi runway for the race.  See you next year. VIEW COMPLETE RESULTS.

Turkey Burner Mile Overall Results

Overall Race Results from the RCGC Turkey Burner Mile held this morning. Full results should be posted on our website www.cincinnatirunning.com Monday or Tuesday of this week. If you have a question or concern, do not hesitate to contact us at cincinnatirunning@gmail.com. Thank you. View Overall Results.

Straight Street Climb - November 23

The Straight Street Hill Climb is a .36 mile race up Straight Street in the CUF neighborhood. The race was started by the Clifton Track Club in the late1970's. The Climb features a bike challenge in addition to the road race. The race will begin at 9 a.m followed by the bike challenge at 9:30 AM.
Early bird registration is $10 and $15 on race day.Proceeds benefit the Cincinnati Soap Box Derby.
Awards for top three finishers in 5 running divisions: Youth (ages 12 and under); Teen (ages 13 thru 17); Men's Open; Women's Open; and Masters (ages 50+). For more information or to register, go to www.straightstreethillclimb.com.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, November 23, 2014 
• TIME: Road race at 9:00 AM followed by cycling challenge at 9:30 AM.
• PLACE: Straight Street, Cincinnati OH.
• INFO: .36 mile Race up Straight Street in the CUF neighborhood. The Climb features a bike challenge in addition to the road race. Early bird registration is $10 and $15 on race day.Proceeds benefit the Cincinnati Soap Box Derby. For more information or to register, visit www.straightstreethillclimb.com or the Facebook Page.

2014 Thanksgiving Day Races in Greater Cincinnati

It is about three weeks until Thanksgiving and before you sit down and eat, you can do a run or walk.  There are quite a few races on Thanksgiving in the Greater Cincinnati Area and most likely one near where you live. Here are a few of them.  Visit the RCGC Calendar for a few more races.

• Deerfield Township and Lifetime Fitness 10K on Turkey Day and 5K Walk, 8:00 AM, Lifetime Fitness Deerfield Twp OH - Run the Deerfield Township and Lifetime Fitness "10K on Turkey Day"! The 10K race and 5K walk will begin and end at Lifetime Fitness.  They start early so you can get the race in and get on with your day. Race Information. 
• 36th Annual Turkey Trot, 8:30 AM, Riverfront Park, Miamisburg OH - The Turkey Trot has been a Dayton Area Thanksgiving tradition for 35 years! Presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club and the City of Miamisburg, visit www.orrrcturkeytrot.com for more information.
• Turkey Mosh 5K Fun Run / 1 Mile Poult Run, 8:30 AM, Mary Queen of Heaven School Erlanger, KY - Sign up and enjoy a 5K on Thanksgiving Day.  Visit http://www.mqhschool.com or http://turkeymosh.webs.com for more information.
• 105th Annual Thanksgiving Day Race, 9:00 AM, Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati, OH - 10k Run/Walk. One of the oldest races in the nation and an annual tradition for more than a hundred years. For more information, visit www.thanksgivingdayrace.com.
• Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 AM, Swaim Park, Montgomery OH - Start your Thanksgiving off right at the Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk. Visit www.easterncincinnati.younglife.org for more information or to register.
• Run Turkey Run 5K, 9:00 AM, England-Idlewild Park, Burlington KY - If you don't want to deal with the crowds, come out to Burlington Baptist Church's Run Turkey Run 5K on Thanksgiving morning. This family 5K and fun walk is a great community event that allows you to burn some extra calories before the big feast that is Thanksgiving dinner! Learn more or register online at www.runningtime.net.

November 2014 Races

Below is list of upcoming races in November. Check the club calendar for a few more races in November.
Saturday November1

• Run For the Troops, 10:00 am, Otto Armleder Park, Cincinnati, OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Reading,Writing, and Running 5k Run/Walk, 10:00 AM, Colerain Park, Colerain Twp., OH, www.mhumc.org
• Run for Kids 5k Halloween Spooktacular, 6:00 pm, Wyoming Recreation Center, Wyoming OH, www.wyomingyouthservices.com 

Sunday November 2

•  Mason Half Marathon and 5K, 8:00 am, Mason High School, Mason, OH, www.cincinnatiepilepsy.org.

Saturday November 8

• Fighting Hunger 5k Run and Walk, 8:30 am, Matthew 25: Ministries, Blue Ash OH, www.m25m.org.
• LCPL Taylor B. Prazynski Memorial 5K Run, Walk and Roll, 9:00 am, Waterworks Park, Fairfield OH, www.runningtime.net.
• Turkeyfoot Trot 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, St. Barbara Church, Independence KY, www.turkeyfoottrot.com. 
• Run the Park 5k, 10:00 AM, Versailles State Park, Versailles IN, www.stuartroadracing.com.
• Cincinnati Right to Life Pro-Life Saver 5K Run/Walk, 10:30 am, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati, OH, http://cincyrace.com 

Sunday November 9

• National Veterans Day Run, 8:00 am, Mt. Airy Forest, Cincinnati, OH, www.veteransdayrun.com. 

Saturday November 15

• Honor Run Half Marathon, 7:00 AM, Florence Y'All Tower, Florence Mall, Florence KY, www.honorrunhalf.com
• Divine Dash, 9:00 AM, Our Lady of Lourdes Church, Cincinnati OH, www.runningtime.net
• Girls On The Run Fall 5K, 10:00 am, Sawyer Point Park, downtown Cincinnati, OH, www.gotrcincinnati.org. 

Saturday November 22

• Fairfield Family YMCA Turkey Trot 5K, 9:00 am, Waterworks Park, Fairfield, OH, www.speedy-feet.com. 
• Holiday in Lights 5k, 5:00 pm, Sharon Woods, Cincinnati OH, www.holidayinlights.com.  

Sunday November 23

•  Straight Street Climb, 9:00 am, Straight Street,  Cincinnati, OH, http://straightstreethillclimb.com. 

Thursday November 27

•  Lifetime Fitness 10K on Turkey Day and 5K Walk, 8:00 am, Lifetime Fitness, Deerfield Township OH, Race Information.
•  105th Annual Thanksgiving Day Race, 9:00 am, Paul Brown Stadium, Cincinnati OH, www.thanksgivingdayrace.com.
• Younglife Gobble Gobble 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Swaim Park, Montgomery OH, http://easterncincinnati.younglife.org.

Sunday November 30

•  Turkey Burner Mile Run, 10:00 am, Summit View Park, Blue Ash OH, www.cincinnatirunning.com. 

2014 Halloween Runs in Greater Cincinnati

As any kid knows, October 31 is Halloween which means food and dressing up in costume.  If you can not wait that long, there are few Halloween themed races throughout the month of October and some in November.   Here are a few of them: 

• Zombie 5k Run / Walk, Saturday October 4, 4:00 PM, Fitton Center For Creative Arts, Hamilton OH - First Halloween Run of the year that I know of. You can be a runner a walker or a zombie(not sure what that entails). Race is part of the Hamilton's  Operation Pumpkin Art Festival. Visit www.bc-unitedway.org for more information about the race.
•  Trick or Trail 2014, Sunday October 5, 4:00 PM, Oxford Community Park, Oxford OH -
  A 1K or 5K-ish Run/Walk in Costume along the Trails of the Oxford Community Park.
  A Great Evening of FUN for the Whole Family to Enjoy! Proceeds will support The Luna Cares Fund which was created to help local women battling cancer with the financial burdens caused from medical costs incurred during treatments. Visit http://lunacares.com for more information.
• Mud-o-Ween 5k, Saturday October 11, 10:00 AM, Countryside YMCA, Lebanon OH - Take on the muckiest challenge! Three miles on all terrain trail run. You won’t come out clean after you slide down the ravine and run the creek trail. Forget about tires or barrels as obstacles– worry about fallen trees to block your way. Think you can cross the pond and still be recognized by your friends? Come race dressed as your favorite super hero if you dare. See what you can accomplish at the Countryside YMCA Mud-O-Ween! Stay for the After-Mud-Celebation and Harvest Party to try a muddy dog or hot pig pork sandwich for lunch. Visit www.countrysideymca.org for more information.
• Running Scared 5k, Saturday October 11, 6:00 PM, Veteran's Memorial Stadium, 1600 West Street, Reading OH - A flat 3.1 mile course through a “spooky” cemetery, ending at a fabulous Halloween Fest!  Participants are encouraged to run/walk in costumes. After the race, people are admitted to the post race party where they can listen to a hot band or have a cold beer. They can enjoy food and drinks from generous sponsors and listen to the live jammin’ band while they stay toasty warm inside or gather around the roaring fire outside.  Proceeds benefit Youth Education.  Visit www.runningscared5k.org for more information.
• 29th Annual Ghost N Goblin 5k Run/Walk, Tuesday October 21 6:30 PM, RiverScape MetroPark, 111 East Monument Avenue, (downtown) Dayton, OH  - The Ghost N Goblin 5k has been a Dayton Halloween tradition for 28 years! Presented by the Ohio River Road Runners Club, the 2014 Ghost N Goblin is expected to be the best and biggest ever! Post race party with refreshments and a D.J. Unique technical shirts for the first 3000 registered. Proceeds benefit The Children's Medical Center of Dayton. Visit www.orrrc.org for more information.  
• Run Like Hell 5k, Friday October 24 7:30 PM, Dana and Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati OH - Run a 5K in costume... Through a cemetery... To a party at the finish. Proceeds benefit Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Visit http://cincyrunlikehell.com for more information. 
• Great Pumpkin Run, Saturday October 25 8:00 AM, Bonnybrook Farms, 3779 St. Rt. 132 Clarksville, OH - Get ready for the run of a lifetime! Traverse through challenging terrain, view scenic sights and beautiful views before maneuvering through a mile of one of Ohio's largest corn mazes! Find the way to the finish, and be welcomed by friends, family, and a huge farm festival! Visit www.pumpkin5k.com for more information.
• Harvest Hustle 5k Run / Walk, Saturday November 1 9:00 AM, St. Leon Community Park, West Harrison, IN - Does running (or walking) a 5k dressed in costume sound like a party (all while helping raise money and awareness for Individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD))? If you answered yes, you should sign up to participate in the Harvest Hustle 5k Run / Walk. Proceeds benefit New Horizons Rehabilitation and The Arc, two regional nonprofit organizations working to find solutions for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) and their families. Visit www.stuartroadracing.com for more information or to register.
• Run For Kids 5k Halloween Spooktacular, Saturday November 1 6:00 PM, Wyoming Recreation Center, Wyoming OH - Course is fast and family-friendly through historic streets of Wyoming. Following race is afterparty with treats, awards for top male and female youth and adult finishers, and prizes for best costumes. Food and beverages available. Benefits Wyoming Youth Services. Visit www.wyomingyouthservices.com for more information.

2014 October Races

Below is list of upcoming races in October. Check the club calendar for a few more races in October and the fall running season.  
 Saturday October 4

• Loop For Lana 5k, 9:00 am, Columbia Sussex Building, Crestview Hills KY, www.runningtime.net.

• Run With the Knights 5k, 9:00 am, Mt. Washington School, 1730 Mears, Cincinnati OH, Race Information.
•  McCormickfest 5k Run / Walk, 4:00 pm, Camp Friedlander, Loveland OH, Race Information.

Sunday October 5

•  Run Fur Rescues 5k, 9:00 am, Voice of America Park, West Chester OH, www.runfurrescues.net.

 Saturday October 11

• Queen Bee Half Marathon, 8:00 am, Horseshoe Casino, Cincinnati, OH, http://queenbeehalf.com.
• Undy 5000, 9:00 am, Newport on The Levee, Newport KY, http://support.ccalliance.org.

• Bean Bash Dash, 11:30 AM, Turfway Park, Florence KY, www.beanbash.org.

• Warrior Run, 5:30 pm, Bell Tower Park, Mariemont OH, http://cincywarriorrun.org.
•  Running Scared 5k, 6:00 pm, Reading Veteran's Memorial Stadium, Reading OH, www.runningscared5k.org.

Saturday October 18

• Hike and 5k Run For Hospice, 8:00 am, Summit View Park, Blue Ash OH, www.hospiceofcincinnati.org.
• Raptor Run 5k Run/Walk, 8:00 am, Creation Museum, Petersburg KY, http://creationmuseum.org. 
• Run For Shelter 5k, 9:00 am, 5th and Scott, Covington KY, www.emergencyshelternky.org.

Sunday October 19

• Cincinnati Half Marathon Too, 8:00 am, Nisbet Park, Loveland OH, http://cincyhalfmarathon.com. 

Friday October 24

• 2013 Run Like Hell XXIII, 7:30 pm, Dana and Woodburn Avenue, Cincinnati OH, http://cincyrunlikehell.com.

Saturday October 25

•   Run For Recovery 5k Run / Walk, 9:00 am, Blessed Sacrament Church, Ft. Mitchell KY, www.sprunning.com.
•  Run For Good 5k Run, 3:30 PM, Greenhills Community Building, Greenhills OH, http://aloisalzheimerfoundation.org.

Sunday October 26

• Stone Steps 50K, 8:00 am, Mt. Airy Forest,  Cincinnati, OH, http://stonesteps50k.com. 

2014 Cliftonfest Run / Walk Recap

About 135 runners and walkers flocked to Burnett Woods for the 2014 Cliftonfest 5k Run / Walk.
Conditions were sunny and relatively warm. Surprisingly, a  few fast times were run on the rolling course in around and through Burnett Woods. Congratulations to the overall men's winner TJ Lentz and overall women's winner Taryn Surtees. TJ ran a time of 17:46, followed by Nicholas Szugye in 19:25.  Taryn ran a time of 19:51 and was followed by Brittany Cerankosky  in  23:09. Go to www.cincinnatirunning.com for a complete list of results.
Thank you to sponsors TriHealth, Bruegger's, CVS, Skyline Chili, Graeter's, Artists Beads, and many other businesses that donated money, door prizes, food, and awards to the race.
View Results

2014 Cilftonfest Run / Walk Results

Here are the overall Results to the  Cliftonfest 5k Run / Walk  held on Sunday September 28. Full Results will be posted on www.cincinnatirunning.com  on Monday.   If there is a concern or question, do not hesitate to contact us. If you won an award and were not present to receive it, contact us and we will forward the info to Cliftonfest so you can get your award.

• Overall Results
• Overall Female Results
• Overall Male Results
• Age Group Results
• Awards List

2nd Annual Cliftonfest 5k Run / Walk - September 28

CliftonFest is a neighborhood art and music celebration held on Ludlow Avenue in the last weekend of September. Back for 2014 is the 5k Run / Walk to be held on Sunday September 28 at 10:00 AM in Burnett Woods.
Join the neighborhood of Clifton at this 5k Run / Walk featuring music, arts and much more.  All finishers will receive the Cliftonfest Pint Glass.  For more information, visit the registration page. For information about CliftonFest, visit the CliftonFest Facebook Page.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Sunday, September 28, 2014.
  
• TIME: 10:00 AM.
  
• PLACE: Burnett Woods, Cincinnati OH
  
• COURSE: Two loop, 3.1 mile course around and through Burnett Woods.View Course Map.
• OTHER:  For more information, visit the registration page. For information about CliftonFest, visit the CliftonFest Facebook Page.

Bourbon Chasers Wanted

Over the last couple of weeks, a couple of Bourbon Chase Teams sent an email to the club. They are looking for runners who can run as part of their team for the Bourbon Chase.  If interested, you can contact them via email. For information about the Bourbon Chase, go to www.bourbonchase.com

•   Tom Law is captain of a co-ed masters Bourbon Chase team and they are in need of runners. They are a good middle group, not overly competitive but not back of the pack either. They need 4 runners, (at least 2 female) as they had a few 11th hour defections due to obligations, travel, family, injury.If interested, you can reach Tom at tlawky@gmail.com.
• Franco Arriola was looking for two runners for his Bourbon Chase Team a couple of weeks ago. If he is still looking and you are able to help him out,  you can contact Franco at farriolast@aol.com and he can give you more information.
• Belinda Thompson's team in the Bourbon Chase is looking for 3 more runners. They will pay the entry fee. They are an older team (ages34-45), out for the experience, and have team members coming in from Portland, New York City, and Washington, DC. If interested, contact Belinda at belinda.j.thompson@gmail.com.

September 2014 Races

Below is list of upcoming races in September 2014. Check the club calendar for more races. Note: RCGC Grand Prix Races are in bold
Thursday September 4

• Harvest Home Fair 1 Mile Run, 5:50 pm, Harvest Home Fair Park, Cincinnati OH, www.harvesthomefair.com.

Friday September 5

• MSJ 5K, 6:45 pm, Mount Saint Joseph's University, 5701 Delhi Road Cincinnati, OH, www.runningtime.net. 

Saturday September 6

• ZERO Prostate Cancer 5K/10K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, The Urology Group, 2000 Joseph E. Sanker Blvd., Norwood OH, www.urologygroup.com. 
• Swanhouse Race for Homeless Women 5k &  10K Run, 9:00 am, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH, www.sprunning.com. 
• Becca's Legendary Run For A Cure,  9:00 am, Legendary Run Golf Course, 915 East Legendary Run, Cincinnati OH , www.runningtime.net.   
• Robin’s Nest 5K Run/Walk, 9:00 am, Pioneer Park, Covington KY, www.robinsnestfund.org.  
• Go the Extra Mile For The Vets 5k, 10:30 AM, West Chester Towne Center, West Chjester, OH, www.veteranlowtohighchallenge.com.

Sunday September 7

• Sunflower Revolution, 8:45 am, Yeatman's Cove, Cincinnati OH, www.sunflowerrev.org
• Daniel N Hunker Scholarship 5k, 9:30 AM, Lloyd Memorial High School, Erlanger KY, Race Information. 
• Tunnels to Towers Cincinnati, 10:00 am, Spring Grove Cemetery, Cincinnati OH,  http://tunnel2towers.org.

Saturday September 13

• Ellie & Tyler's Run, 9:00 am, Miami Whitewater Forest, Harrison OH, www.tylersrun.com.  
• Truman's Trek and Trot 5k Walk and Run, 9:30 am, Union Township Veteran's Memorial Park, 906 Clough Pike, Cincinnati, OH, Race Information. 
• Glenwood Gardens 5k Night Run, 9:00 pm, Glenwood Gardens Park, Woodlawn OH, www.runningtime.net. 

Sunday September 14

• Susan G Komen Race for the Cure, 8:00 am, Coney Island, Cincinnati OH, www.komencincinnati.org.
• Hearts and Health Run, 9:00 am,  Voice of America Park, West Chester OH, www.HeartsandHealthrun.com.

Saturday September 20

• Hudepohl 14k Brewery Run, 8:00 am, Smale Riverfront Park, Cincinnati OH, http://hudepohl14kbreweryrun.com.
• Power is Teal 5k Run/Walk for Ovarian Cancer, 10:00 am, Lunken Playfield, Cincinnati OH, www.cincyovariancancer.org. 
• Bubble Bash 5k, 10:00 am, Corwin Nixon Park, Mason OH,  www.bb4k.org.

Sunday September 21

• Panerathon, 9:00 am, Deerfield Town Center, Mason OH, http://www.panerathon.com. 

Friday September 26

• Glow Run 5k, 6:30 pm, Kings Island Amusement Park, Mason OH, www.visitkingsisland.com. 

Saturday September 27

• Purple Stride 5k Run / Walk, 8:00 am, Sawyer Point Park, Cincinnati OH, Race Information. 

Sunday September 28

• Kings Island Half Marathon and Banshee 10k, 7:30 am, Kings Island Amusement Park, Mason OH, www.visitkingsisland.com. 
• CliftonFest 5k, 9:00 am, Clifton Business District, Ludlow and Clifton Ave, Cincinnati OH, Race Information. 
• Sophie's Angel Run, 1:00 pm, St. Jude Church, Cincinnati OH, www.sophiesangelrun.org.

RCGC Urban Cross Country Series Race #7 Recap

The final race of the 2014 Urban Cross Country Series was this past Thursday August 21 at Lower Millcrest Park. About 15 runners showed up to race on the 3.1 mile course in sunny and humid conditions as rain earlier in the day kept a few people away. The course was wet and slow due to the rain. Ryan Woolley was the top male finisher with a time of 20:04 and was followed by Bill Stolz who ran a 20:20 and Greg McCormick was the third male finisher with a time of 23:15.   The top female was Rebecca Stoebe with a time of 21:40(View results).
Thank you to Michael Guest, Stacy Osborne, Michael Smith and Todd Hofacre for helping out with the series for 2014.  A special thank you to the various last minute volunteers that were recruited as course marshals from week to week to ensure that runners did not get lost. See you in 2015. 

Cedar Fair Run and Ride Series at Kings Island

The inaugural Cedar Fair Run and Ride Series at Kings Island will have you screaming like a Banshee from ear-to-ear. Kings Island is hosting a half-marathon, a 10k called the Banshee 10k and a Glow Run 5k. Half-marathon, Banshee 10k and Glow Run 5k participants will have a chance to run through Kings Island while taking in behind-the-scenes views of some of the park’s most popular attractions.  Below are the dates and times for the three races:

• 5K Glow Run – Friday September 26th at 6:30pm
• Banshee 10k – Sunday September 28th at 7:30am
• Half-Marathon – Sunday September 28th at 7:30am

Registration includes single-day admission September 26 for Glow Run 5k participants. The Banshee 10k and half-marathon registration includes admission to the park all three days, September 26-28.Visit www.visitkingsisland.com for more information.

Volunteers Needed For Little Miami Marathon

Got this in an email about 2 days ago from Ohio Running Events:
We are still in need of volunteers for the Little Miami Marathon . If you know of anyone who would like to volunteer, please have them follow this link to sign up online. Civic groups, we will pay you $25 for each volunteer you provide, starting with four volunteers. Please include your civic group name when you sign up to volunteer.
Volunteer

2014 Midsummer Trail Run Recap

About 50 runners braved the hills, the fallen trees(even one that fell during the race), the mud, the rocks, the slipping and sliding  this past Tuesday August 12, 2014 for A Midsummer Night's Trail Run in Mount Airy Forest(View photos). Weather for the Tuesday night trail run was Sunny with a few clouds. The trail at Mount Airy was what you would expect after a few days rain as most parts were dry, some parts were wet and a few parts that were muddy. For finishing the race, runners received a pint glass for their efforts.
Badwater Champion Harvey Lewis just back from Badwater and vacation was the top male with a time of  33:18 followed by William Stolz with a time of 36:17 and Nathan Siegel who ran a 37:20. Kate Lawrence was the top female with a time of 48:34 followed by Christen Adams who ran a 52:33 and Amanda Yiznitzky who ran a 55:49(View results).
Thank you to our sponsors - Waltz Business Solutions for printing the fliers, RoadId for the goody bags and bibs,  Tri-State Running Company for the awards, and thank you to Panera for the sandwiches. Thank you to the volunteers Mary Alice Gruden, Michael Guest, Linda Jeanmougin, Gina Meyers, David Nelson, Stacy Osborne, Jerry Patton, and James Welland. A special Thank You to Race Director Todd Hoface aka Peter Quince for putting together the race for 2014.  View Race Results.

A Midsummer Night's Trail Run - Tonight at 6:30 PM

A Quick Reminder is that Tonight is A Midsummer Night's Trail Run. Go Over Hill, Over Dale in a Midsummer Night's Trail Run.
Race Day Registration opens at 5:30 PM and race start is at 6:30 PM.
Cost is $15.00 for RCGC Members  or those who are 18 & Under ; $20.00 for the General Public.  Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or view the flier for more information.
RACE DETAILS

• DATE: Tuesday, August 12 - 2014.
• TIME: 6:30 PM.
• PLACE: The Oval, Mt. Airy Forest, Cincinnati
• COST:  Registration opens at 5:30 PM at The Oval in Mount Airy Forest.
  $15.00 - RCGC Members or those 18 & Under
  $20.00 - General Public
  
• COURSE: 5 Mile Trail Run in Mount Airy.  View course map. 
• OTHER: Visit www.cincinnatirunning.com or view the flier for more information

RCGC Urban Cross Country Series Race #5 Recap

The 2014 Urban Cross Country Series Race #5 was this past Thursday August 7 at Lower Millcrest Park. About 35 runners showed up to race on the 3.1 mile course in overcast and slightly humid conditions. Derek Knabe was the top male finisher with a time of 18:30. He was followed by Brad Weidner who ran a 18:41 and Quentin Cassidy was the third male finisher with a time of 18:48.
Taryn Surtees repeated as the top female finisher for race #5 and was the 5th overall finisher. Also, she lowered the women's course record with a time of 19:30. The second female finisher was Sophia Delioso who ran a 22:45 and in third was Anya Arlinghaus who ran a 23:55(View results).  Join us next Thursday August 14 at Lower Millcrest Park in Norwood for Race #6 in the RCGC Urban Cross Country Series.