HOOTIE HOO 8K TRAIL | 5K PAVED | HOOT X 2
- Date Sun 28th March 2027
- Time 9:30AM EDT
- Location Shelby Township, Michigan
- Price $43.90 - $59.80
- Races 3 races
- Distances 5 Mile, 5km
Event summary
Join us for the exhilarating Hootie Hoo 8K Trail and 5K Paved race on Sunday, March 28, 2027, in the beautiful River Bends Park, Shelby Township, Macomb! This vibrant spring event is the perfect way to kick off the season, whether you’re a seasoned runner gearing up for a marathon or someone looking to shake off winter's couch potato vibes. Participants can choose between the 8K trail race, the 5K paved path, or challenge themselves with the exciting Hoot X 2, which combines both distances for a true test of endurance.
With age-based pricing and special recognition for the most spirited teams, there’s something for everyone! Runners will enjoy unique swag options, including gender-specific tech shirts or running caps, plus a special finisher gift to celebrate your achievement. The day kicks off with registration at 8:30 AM, followed by the 8K starting at 9:30 AM and the 5K at 10:30 AM. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to get fit, have fun, and embrace the spring season with your community!
With age-based pricing and special recognition for the most spirited teams, there’s something for everyone! Runners will enjoy unique swag options, including gender-specific tech shirts or running caps, plus a special finisher gift to celebrate your achievement. The day kicks off with registration at 8:30 AM, followed by the 8K starting at 9:30 AM and the 5K at 10:30 AM. Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to get fit, have fun, and embrace the spring season with your community!
Organiser's Description
HERE COMES SPRING AND THERE IS NO BETTER WAY TO CELEBRATE THAN GETTING YOUR FITNESS ON!
MAYBE YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINING FOR A SPRING MARATHON OR MAYBE YOUR COUCH HAS SEEN A LITTLE TOO MUCH OF YOU LATELY! _JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE_ HERE, SO GRAB A FRIEND AND CHOOSE A DISTANCE AND TERRAIN - 8K ON TRAILS OR 5K ON A PAVED BIKE PATH. _OR IF YOU REALLY WANT TO TEST YOUR FITNESS SIGN UP FOR THE HOOT X 2. RUN THE 8K TRAIL RACE FOLLOWED BY THE 5K PAVED RACE. _
NEW- GET YOUR GROUP AND CREATE OR JOIN A TEAM DURING REGISTRATION! RECOGNITION FOR TEAM SHOWING MOST "HOOTIE HOO" SPIRIT!!
_*RUNNERS MUST FINISH THE 8K IN 60 MINUTES OR LESS TO START THE 5K_
**RIVER BENDS PARK**
AGE BASED PRICING: YOUTH 13 YRS AND UNDER ARE $20, RACE DAY $25. YOUTH CATEGORY DOES NOT INCLUDE A SWAG ITEM, BUT YOUTH FINISHERS WILL GET A FINISHER AWARD. SWAG ITEMS CAN BE ADDED ON DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
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3 DIFFERENT DISTANCES OFFERED AND 2 DIFFERENT TERRAINS! 8K - TRAIL, 5K- PAVED, HOOT X 2 CONSISTS OF 8K TRAIL + 5K PAVED!
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YOUR CHOICE OF SWAG ITEM, GENDER SPECIFIC 1/4 ZIP TECH SHIRT OR TECH RUNNING CAP
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UNIQUE FINISHER GIFT TO GET YOU EXCITED FOR SPRING!
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8K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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5K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 13 AND UNDER, 14-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
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HOOT X 2 AWARDS: TOP 2 M/F (TOTAL TIME)
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POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS
HICKORY GROVE PAVILION - START AND FINISH FOR BOTH RACES!
*TRAVELIN TOM'S COFFEE TRUCK WILL BE ONSITE TO SERVICE RUNNERS AND SPECTATORS, they accept card, cash and apple pay
SCHEDULE
8:30 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION
9:30 AM 8K TRAIL RACE STARTS
10:30 AM 5K PAVED RACE STARTS
**NOTE - Runners registering for the HOOT X 2 (8K+5K) will need to complete the 8K trail race by 10:30 AM to start the 5K by 10:35 AM
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP SATURDAY MARCH 20TH, 2026 (1 WEEK PRIOR)
11:00 AM -2:00 PM HANSON'S RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD., UTICA
_*COME RUN THE BILL RONEY 5K AND PICK UP YOUR HOOTIE HOO RACE PACKET_
MAPS
MAYBE YOU HAVE BEEN TRAINING FOR A SPRING MARATHON OR MAYBE YOUR COUCH HAS SEEN A LITTLE TOO MUCH OF YOU LATELY! _JUDGEMENT FREE ZONE_ HERE, SO GRAB A FRIEND AND CHOOSE A DISTANCE AND TERRAIN - 8K ON TRAILS OR 5K ON A PAVED BIKE PATH. _OR IF YOU REALLY WANT TO TEST YOUR FITNESS SIGN UP FOR THE HOOT X 2. RUN THE 8K TRAIL RACE FOLLOWED BY THE 5K PAVED RACE. _
NEW- GET YOUR GROUP AND CREATE OR JOIN A TEAM DURING REGISTRATION! RECOGNITION FOR TEAM SHOWING MOST "HOOTIE HOO" SPIRIT!!
_*RUNNERS MUST FINISH THE 8K IN 60 MINUTES OR LESS TO START THE 5K_
**RIVER BENDS PARK**
AGE BASED PRICING: YOUTH 13 YRS AND UNDER ARE $20, RACE DAY $25. YOUTH CATEGORY DOES NOT INCLUDE A SWAG ITEM, BUT YOUTH FINISHERS WILL GET A FINISHER AWARD. SWAG ITEMS CAN BE ADDED ON DURING THE REGISTRATION PROCESS.
EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
*
3 DIFFERENT DISTANCES OFFERED AND 2 DIFFERENT TERRAINS! 8K - TRAIL, 5K- PAVED, HOOT X 2 CONSISTS OF 8K TRAIL + 5K PAVED!
*
YOUR CHOICE OF SWAG ITEM, GENDER SPECIFIC 1/4 ZIP TECH SHIRT OR TECH RUNNING CAP
*
UNIQUE FINISHER GIFT TO GET YOU EXCITED FOR SPRING!
*
8K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 19 AND UNDER, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
*
5K AWARDS: OVERALL M/F, 13 AND UNDER, 14-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70+ (16 TOTAL AWARDS)
*
HOOT X 2 AWARDS: TOP 2 M/F (TOTAL TIME)
*
POST-RACE REFRESHMENTS
HICKORY GROVE PAVILION - START AND FINISH FOR BOTH RACES!
*TRAVELIN TOM'S COFFEE TRUCK WILL BE ONSITE TO SERVICE RUNNERS AND SPECTATORS, they accept card, cash and apple pay
SCHEDULE
8:30 AM RACE DAY REGISTRATION
9:30 AM 8K TRAIL RACE STARTS
10:30 AM 5K PAVED RACE STARTS
**NOTE - Runners registering for the HOOT X 2 (8K+5K) will need to complete the 8K trail race by 10:30 AM to start the 5K by 10:35 AM
EARLY PACKET PICK-UP SATURDAY MARCH 20TH, 2026 (1 WEEK PRIOR)
11:00 AM -2:00 PM HANSON'S RUNNING SHOP, 8409 HALL RD., UTICA
_*COME RUN THE BILL RONEY 5K AND PICK UP YOUR HOOTIE HOO RACE PACKET_
MAPS
Races
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8k Run
Incl. $3.90 Fee & CHOOSE YOUR SWAG ITEM: CAP or 1/4 ZIP TECH SHIRT
Sun 28th March 2027 (9:30AM EDT)
$43.90
OPENS 23 NOVThe course will be a mostly single track trail with some stretches of paved path. -
5k Run/Walk
Incl. $3.90 Fee & CHOOSE YOUR SWAG ITEM: CAP or 1/4 ZIP TECH SHIRT
Sun 28th March 2027 (10:30AM EDT)
$43.90
OPENS 23 NOVThe course will be 100% on paved bike path within the park. -
Hoot X 2 | 8k Trail & 5k Paved
Incl. $4.80 Fee & CHOOSE YOUR SWAG ITEM: CAP or 1/4 ZIP TECH SHIRT
Sun 28th March 2027 (9:30AM EDT)
$59.80
OPENS 23 NOVRunners will run the 8K trail race and then return to the start line for the 5K paved race. Runners must finish the 8K in 60 minutes or less in order to start the 5K paved race. The 5K start line will close at 10:35 AM.
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River Bends Park (22 Mile Entrance), 5700 22 Mile Rd, Shelby Township, 48317, MI, United States
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