MVOC Cold-O with Chili
- Date Sat 24th January 2026
- Time 12:00PM EST
- Location Centerville, Ohio
- Price $9.48
- Races 1 race
- Distances 10km
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Event summary
Get ready for an exhilarating winter adventure at the MVOC Cold-O with Chili, taking place on Saturday, January 24, 2026, in the scenic Centerville, Montgomery. This exciting orienteering event invites participants of all skill levels—from newcomers to seasoned navigators—to embark on a thrilling navigation challenge. With a two-hour time limit, competitors will race to locate as many checkpoints as possible, choosing their own routes along the way. Each control found earns points, and with high-quality course maps and chip timing provided, participants can focus on the fun of exploration.
But it's not just about the race; after conquering the course, participants can warm up with a delicious bowl of complimentary chili, making this event a perfect blend of competition and camaraderie. Whether you’re running, hiking, or simply enjoying the beautiful winter landscape, the MVOC Cold-O with Chili promises an unforgettable day filled with excitement, teamwork, and tasty rewards. Don’t miss out on this seasonal tradition—mark your calendars and prepare to embrace the thrill of the hunt!
But it's not just about the race; after conquering the course, participants can warm up with a delicious bowl of complimentary chili, making this event a perfect blend of competition and camaraderie. Whether you’re running, hiking, or simply enjoying the beautiful winter landscape, the MVOC Cold-O with Chili promises an unforgettable day filled with excitement, teamwork, and tasty rewards. Don’t miss out on this seasonal tradition—mark your calendars and prepare to embrace the thrill of the hunt!
Organiser's Description
MVOC Cold-O with Chili
Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering Club
Event Director: David Mackey, Beavercreek AFJROTC
📧 [email protected]
Warm up your winter with adventure, navigation, and a hearty bowl of chili!
Join us for the MVOC Cold-O with Chili, a fast-paced orienteering challenge designed for all experience levelsnewcomers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, and families alike.
What Is Orienteering?
Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints throughout the course. Its part strategy, part speed, and part explorationlike a real-world treasure hunt!
How the Cold-O Works
Two-hour time limit to locate as many controls as possible.
Find controls in ANY orderyou choose the route!
Scoring:
Each control = 5 points
1-point penalty per minute after the time limit
Provided:
High-quality course maps
Chip timing
Loaner compasses
Awards
Overall Male Solo
Overall Female Solo
Overall Team (top score for a group of 4 or less)
Rain, Snow, or Shine!
Dress for the elements, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to run, hike, navigate, and explore the terrain.
And after the finish line?
Warm up with complimentary hot chili! A perfect reward for braving the Cold-O.
Come for the Challenge. Stay for the Chili.
Whether you're competing for points or just enjoying the winter woods, the MVOC Cold-O with Chili is a must-do seasonal tradition.
Let the hunt begin!
Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering Club
Event Director: David Mackey, Beavercreek AFJROTC
📧 [email protected]
Warm up your winter with adventure, navigation, and a hearty bowl of chili!
Join us for the MVOC Cold-O with Chili, a fast-paced orienteering challenge designed for all experience levelsnewcomers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, and families alike.
What Is Orienteering?
Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where participants use a detailed map and compass to locate checkpoints throughout the course. Its part strategy, part speed, and part explorationlike a real-world treasure hunt!
How the Cold-O Works
Two-hour time limit to locate as many controls as possible.
Find controls in ANY orderyou choose the route!
Scoring:
Each control = 5 points
1-point penalty per minute after the time limit
Provided:
High-quality course maps
Chip timing
Loaner compasses
Awards
Overall Male Solo
Overall Female Solo
Overall Team (top score for a group of 4 or less)
Rain, Snow, or Shine!
Dress for the elements, bring your sense of adventure, and get ready to run, hike, navigate, and explore the terrain.
And after the finish line?
Warm up with complimentary hot chili! A perfect reward for braving the Cold-O.
Come for the Challenge. Stay for the Chili.
Whether you're competing for points or just enjoying the winter woods, the MVOC Cold-O with Chili is a must-do seasonal tradition.
Let the hunt begin!
Races
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MVOC Cold-O Score-O
Incl. $1.48 Fee
Sat 24th January 2026 (12:00PM EST)
$9.48
MVOC Cold-O with Chili, a fast-paced orienteering challenge designed for all experience levelsnewcomers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, and families alike.
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Location
2230 E Centerville Station Rd, Centerville, 45459, OH, United States
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