Ondessonk Trail Races

Saturday, October 26, 2024 Past event

11:00 AM CDT

Ozark, Illinois

$33.67–$39.01 · 3 races

5km, 10km

Event summary

Get ready for an exhilarating outdoor experience at the 14th Annual Ondessonk Trail Races on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, in the stunning Ozark, Johnson area! This exciting event features a picturesque 5k Fun Run and the challenging Manchester Trail 10k, both designed to showcase the breathtaking forests, canyons, and pastures of Camp Ondessonk. The 5k Fun Run kicks off at 11:00 am, welcoming participants of all ages to enjoy a scenic course, while the Manchester Trail 10k starts at 10:30 am, inviting more seasoned runners to tackle its unique terrain.

After the races, stick around for an awards ceremony complete with refreshments and the chance to cheer on the top finishers. But the fun doesn’t stop there! Join in the festivities at Camp Ondessonk's Fall Festival from 12:00 to 4:00 pm, where you can enjoy classic camp activities like pony rides, handicrafts, climbing, archery, and more from local vendors. Don’t miss out on this fantastic day of community, competition, and celebration!

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Oct 28 – Nov 6, 2023

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Races

Manchester Trail 10k

Incl. $4.01 Fee & T-Shirt

10:30 AM CDT

$39.01

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5k Fun Run

Incl. $3.67 Fee & T-Shirt

11:00 AM CDT

$33.67

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Virtual 5k
Virtual

Incl. $3.67 Fee & T-Shirt

11:00 AM CDT

$33.67

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Organiser's description

Come out to Camp Ondessonk on Saturday, October 26th, 2024, for our 14th Annual Ondessonk Trail Races! This event features a 5k Fun Run and the Manchester Trail 10k that takes runners through the beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures of Camp Ondessonk.

Following the races, runners are encouraged to stay onsite during the awards ceremony for refreshments and to cheer on the overall winners. Additionally, runners are invited to stick around for Camp Ondessonk's Fall Festival from 12:00 - 4:00 pm to enjoy all your favorite Camp activities and more - pony rides, handicrafts, the climbing wall, archery, and local vendors!

5k Fun Run Description: Enjoy a beautiful 5k through Camp. All ages welcome.

* Date: October 26th
* Start Time: 11:00 am
Pricing: $25 early bird registration until September 1st; $30 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after October 12th are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy

Manchester Trail 10k Description: The Manchester Trail 10k will lead you through beautiful forests, canyons, and pastures. Dont miss out on this unique trail run!

* Date: October 26th
* Start Time: 10:30 am
* Pricing: $30 early bird registration until September 1st; $35 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after October 12th are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.
* Awards: Top male/female finishers will receive a trophy

Virtual 5k Description: For those who want to participate in our 14th Annual Ondessonk Trail Races at Camp Ondessonk on October 26th, 2024, but cannot make the onsite event, we're hosting our second annual virtual 5k!

* Date: October 19th - November 2nd
* Pricing: $25 early bird registration until September 1st; $30 registration after early bird
* Includes: T-shirt** Those who register after October 12th are not guaranteed their requested shirt size.

Lodging: Unit lodging is available for race participants for $12.00/night per person. Please visit https://ondessonk.com/camping-hiking/our-facility-event-meeting-spaces/ for more information, or contact Evan Coulson at [email protected] or 618-695-2489 x129.