Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike
- Date Sat 5th December 2026
- Time 10:00AM CST
- Location Steelville, Missouri
- Price $22.20 - $38.10
- Races 8 races
- Distances 5 Mile, Ultra
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Event summary
Join us on Saturday, December 5, 2026, for the third annual Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike event in the scenic Steelville, Missouri. This uplifting occasion pays tribute to the Cherokee people's resilience during their forced relocation along the Trail of Tears. Participants can choose from three exciting activities: a 5-mile walk starting at the Steelville Community Park, a 13-mile trail ride beginning at Brickeys Slab, and a challenging 30-mile bike ride, also starting and ending at the Steelville Community Park.
The event kicks off with bike riders at 10 a.m., followed by the trail ride at noon, and the walk at 12:30 p.m. Registration opens at 9 a.m. for cyclists and 11 a.m. for walkers and riders, with fees of $35 for adults and $20 for youth before November 15, 2023. This year, a virtual participation option is available for those who wish to support the cause from afar. Join us in this meaningful journey as we honor history, promote awareness, and raise funds for a planned monument, all while enjoying the great outdoors!
The event kicks off with bike riders at 10 a.m., followed by the trail ride at noon, and the walk at 12:30 p.m. Registration opens at 9 a.m. for cyclists and 11 a.m. for walkers and riders, with fees of $35 for adults and $20 for youth before November 15, 2023. This year, a virtual participation option is available for those who wish to support the cause from afar. Join us in this meaningful journey as we honor history, promote awareness, and raise funds for a planned monument, all while enjoying the great outdoors!
Organiser's Description
Join us for the third annual Remember the Removal Walk, Ride, and Bike along the original Trail of Tears northern route, east of Steelville, Missouri.
All donations will benefit the establishment of the planned monument..
The Cherokee people's forced relocation in 1838 via the Trail of Tears is an acknowledged tragedy in U.S. history. The Trail of Tears, was a terrible and sorrowful journey, one that the Cherokee people still work to overcome. During this relocation process, 10 Cherokee detachments were forced to make the passage through Steelville, Missouri. Those detachments camped on the H. E. Davis Farm. The location is now the Steelville Community Park.
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park. The start time is 12:30 p.m. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Shuttles will be available to transport participants to the starting location on Long Spring Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park.
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9fQA8vjY6wGoAX7x9] and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start time is noon.
The 30-mile Bike Ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Most of the ride is on gravel roads. Start time 10 A.M. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m
The ride route can be viewed on strava.com. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3267277468015717824].
Registration is $35.00 for each participant 16 and older and $20 for youth ages 10 to 15 before Nov. 15, 2023. After November 15, adult registration is $40 and youth is $25 with no guarantee to receive a T-shirt. Children younger than 10 can participate for free and do not need to register but they will not receive a T-shirt.
This year we are adding a virtual component. If you can't walk, Bike Ride, or Trail Ride with us, support us by participating virtually.
These are not timed events.
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All donations will benefit the establishment of the planned monument..
The Cherokee people's forced relocation in 1838 via the Trail of Tears is an acknowledged tragedy in U.S. history. The Trail of Tears, was a terrible and sorrowful journey, one that the Cherokee people still work to overcome. During this relocation process, 10 Cherokee detachments were forced to make the passage through Steelville, Missouri. Those detachments camped on the H. E. Davis Farm. The location is now the Steelville Community Park.
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park. The start time is 12:30 p.m. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Shuttles will be available to transport participants to the starting location on Long Spring Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park.
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565 [https://maps.app.goo.gl/9fQA8vjY6wGoAX7x9] and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start time is noon.
The 30-mile Bike Ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Most of the ride is on gravel roads. Start time 10 A.M. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m
The ride route can be viewed on strava.com. [https://www.strava.com/routes/3267277468015717824].
Registration is $35.00 for each participant 16 and older and $20 for youth ages 10 to 15 before Nov. 15, 2023. After November 15, adult registration is $40 and youth is $25 with no guarantee to receive a T-shirt. Children younger than 10 can participate for free and do not need to register but they will not receive a T-shirt.
This year we are adding a virtual component. If you can't walk, Bike Ride, or Trail Ride with us, support us by participating virtually.
These are not timed events.
CLICK TO BECOME A SPONSOR! [https://runsignup.com/CreateRaceSponsor/153911/t/9zS9jlRhdZF541swZGB6iE6bV581R3w6]
Races
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5 Mile Walk Adult
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (12:30PM CST)
$38.10
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. The start time is 12:30. Shuttles will be available to transport them to the starting location on Long Springs Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park. -
5 Mile Walk Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (12:30PM CST)
$22.20
For the 5-mile walk, participants should meet at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. The start time is 12:30. Shuttles will be available to transport them to the starting location on Long Springs Road. The walk will end at the Steelville Community Park. -
30 Mile Bike Ride Adult
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$38.10
The 30-mile bike ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565, using mostly gravel county roads. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m. This is not a timed event. -
30 Mile Bike Ride Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (10:00AM CST)
$22.20
The 30-mile bike ride starts and ends at the Steelville Community Park, 101 MO-8, Steelville, MO 65565, using mostly gravel county roads. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 9 a.m. This is not a timed event. -
13 Mile Trail Ride Adult
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (12:00PM CST)
$38.10
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565, and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start Time Noon. -
13 Mile Trail Ride Youth (12-16)
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
Sat 5th December 2026 (12:00PM CST)
$22.20
The 13-mile trail ride starts at Brickeys Slab, 17 Huzzah Creek Rd, Steelville, MO 65565, and ends at the Steelville Community Park. Check-in and on-site registration begins at 11 a.m. Start Time Noon. -
Adult Virtual
Incl. $3.10 Fee & T-Shirt
$38.10
Decide on your virtual event. Walk, Bike Ride, or trail ride. Please keep track of mileage and location and submit photos for special virtual event prizes. -
Youth Virtual
Incl. $2.20 Fee & T-Shirt
$22.20
Decide on your virtual event. Walk, Bike Ride, or trail ride. Please keep track of mileage and location and submit photos for special virtual event prizes.
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