2023 RACE UPDATES & HIGHLIGHTS
1) Bill’s Donuts waiting for you at the finish line
2) Runner’s choice premium quarter zip or long-sleeve
3) New 2023 finisher medal for every finisher!
Active Living
Miamisburg Turkey Trot
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RACE TIME: Race begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
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RACE COURSE: the race will start at the intersection of Main St and Linden Ave and finish in Riverfront Park! Along the way you will enjoy the sights and sounds along the streets of Miamisburg that you have come to know and love. The loop course includes a railroad crossing and an uphill section. There is one water stop. Yes, there is still a hill in the first mile! More >>
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STARTING CORRALS: For the safety and enjoyment of all runners, each 5 mile participant will be assigned to a corral based on expected finish time. Each runner’s race time begins when they cross the mat at the start line.
Expo & Packet Pick-Up Times
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Sunday, Nov 19th from 1-5pm
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Wednesday, November 22nd from 11am-7pm
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Thursday, November 23rd from 7-8:15am
— Note: Thursday is for Packet Pick Up Only
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Fall Bird Walk at Germantown MetroPark
Birds are continuing to make their way south, with some venturing as far as South America! Some birds have just arrived from Canada and will call warm Ohio their home for the winter. Venture out for a leisurely hike while searching for these world travelers. Bring binoculars if you have them; a limited supply will be available. Weather Dependent.
Learn The Art of Fly Tying
Catching a fish on a fly you created is so rewarding. Come learn about the tools and materials used as you tie your own work of art. Materials and tools provided. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
Owl Fest This Weekend!
In a joint effort between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Caesar Creek State Park, Friends of Caesar Creek (FOCC), and NCACC Friends Organization Owl Fest is happening this weekend! Attendance is free, but there is a cost for the supplies for the Owl Box workshop.
To register or for more information, please call Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center at (513) 897-1050.
Friday, November 3rd
7:00 pm – Owl Flight Demonstration
Join the Park Naturalist and Ohio School of Falconry to see owls in person. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center
Join the Park Naturalist and Ohio School of Falconry to see owls in person. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center
8:00 pm –Saw-whet Owl Presentation
The Caesar Creek State Park Naturalist and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Ranger will discuss current efforts at Caesar Creek Lake to protect and study owls. Meet at Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center.
The Caesar Creek State Park Naturalist and U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Park Ranger will discuss current efforts at Caesar Creek Lake to protect and study owls. Meet at Caesar Creek Lake Visitor Center.
9:00 pm – Stargazing and Owl Banding
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Saturday, November 4th
3:00 pm – Owl Pellets and Crafts
Discover what an owl ate for dinner by studying the bones that are left over! After learning about pellets, get colorful and creative by making crafts to celebrate these beautiful birds. Please register by calling the Visitor Center, (513) 897-1050. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
Discover what an owl ate for dinner by studying the bones that are left over! After learning about pellets, get colorful and creative by making crafts to celebrate these beautiful birds. Please register by calling the Visitor Center, (513) 897-1050. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
5:00 pm – Owl Box Workshop
Build your own Owl Box to take home with the NCACC Friends Organization. Learn why birds are important, how to attract them to your yard, how to help protect them, and how to monitor your bird box. Kits are ready to assemble. All materials and tools needed will be supplied during the workshop for a fee of $35 (limited kits available). All proceeds go to the NCACC Friends Organization, and all profits are used to help care for the Nature Center Wildlife and to help support other park programs. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center. Register here.
7:30 pm – Owl Moon
We will begin with the story, Owl Moon, which tells of a father and daughter on a winter hike in search of a Great-Horned Owl. After the story, we will go outside in search of Caesar Creek owl species. In November, owls re-establish territories and prepare for nesting. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
We will begin with the story, Owl Moon, which tells of a father and daughter on a winter hike in search of a Great-Horned Owl. After the story, we will go outside in search of Caesar Creek owl species. In November, owls re-establish territories and prepare for nesting. Please dress for the weather. Meet at the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center Learning Center.
9:00 pm – Stargazing and Owl Banding
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Stargaze with the Park Naturalist and Wright State University Astronomical Collaboration. Bring your telescope or look through one of ours. Local bird banders will also be on site banding Northern Saw-whet Owls. See bird banding research in action and learn about these seldom-seen owls. Gather around a fire and drink hot chocolate and apple cider provided by Friends of Caesar Creek. Bring a chair, blanket, bug spray, and flashlight if you have one. This event is weather dependent. Meet at the Redbud Shelter next to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Visitor Center.
Leaf Peeping is Open!
Nature is still open for business, and there is no better time for you to get out of doors than the Autumn season. The Great Miami Riverway has some of Ohio’s best fall foliage. This fall, you might be looking for fewer crowds or somewhere new to explore. We offer four places for you to visit. Let us know on social media your favorite place in the Riverway to see the leaves while they show their colors. #GreatMiamiRiverway
You can walk, bike, run, or hike at the easy trails of Crain’s Run Nature Park
With wide scenic views, this 34 acre forested park borders the Great Miami River and the Great Miami Recreation Trail. Most of the park is forested, and includes hiking trails that wind through the woods while the remainder is mown parkland. There are several shelter houses for picnics, and a four acre pond where you can fish. Adjoining the park property, just across the road at the south end of the park, is a restored canal lock that was built in 1829 as part of the Miami-Erie Canal system.
Hike the trails at Shawnee Lookout to take in the amazing scenic vistas of the Great Miami River valley.
Shawnee Lookout, located in Hamilton County, is a great place to take in nature any time of year. The park is well known for its historical Springhouse School and Log Cabin as well as its Native American archaeological earthworks. The park’s nature trails, including the 1.3-mile Blue Jacket, 2.0-mile Little Turtle and the 1.4-mile Miami Fort trail, offer spectacular views of the Ohio River and Great Miami River valleys. The 4.3 miles of former golf cart paths are also open for biking, hiking, rolling or strolling. The park also features picnic areas, a playground and boat access to the Great Miami River. The new Riverway poster features the view from Shawnee Lookout.
Grab your hiking shoes and climb to the top of the Miamisburg Mound – one of two tallest adena mounds in the US
Miamisburg Mound offers an easy 30-minute visit and the opportunity to see one of the two largest conical mounds in eastern North America. The mound is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and is 65 feet tall and 800 feet in circumference, containing 54,000 cubic yards of earth. The mound is visible from several miles away because it stands atop a 100-foot high ridge above the Great Miami River. Steps have been built to the top observation platform, where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the area.
Photo by TripAdvisor/Sibylle B
Hike Charleston Falls Nature Preserve to see beautiful waterfalls and wildflowers.
Any time of year is a good time to visit Charleston Falls. As summer fades into fall, watch the lush green forest explode with color. The Falls at Charleston Falls can rightly be called a “Miniature Niagara” because its rock strata is the same as Niagara Falls. Charleston Falls Preserve is the most visited Park District property in Miami County with more than 216 acres of prairie and forests. This picturesque park is the perfect place to hike and view wildlife or seek out uncommon plants such as wild columbine, walking fern, purple cliff break and rock honeysuckle grace the limestone faces of the surrounding gorge.
Find Your Way – to the beautiful fall colors of the Great Miami Riverway!
The Blue Circle Run
Saturday, November 4, 2023
8:00 AM
8:00 AM
Thru Nov 1: $30/5k and $35/10k ~ Race Day: $35/5k and $40/10k
A 5K/10K/walk benefitting Diabetes Dayton. The blue circle is the universal symbol for Diabetes and this race’s proceeds will benefit those affected by all types of Diabetes.
Event Schedule (subject to change):
8:00 am: 10K Run Starts
8:15 am: 5k Run/Walk Starts
Event Location
Daniel J. Curran Place
University of Dayton
1700 S. Patterson Blvd, Dayton OH 45409
More details on our website below.
About Diabetes Dayton
Diabetes Dayton is an agency of LifeCare Alliance, non-profit agency serving the Dayton area since 1963. Our mission is to improve the quality of life with programs and services that address the prevention and management of diabetes. All monies raised for Diabetes Dayton stay in the local Greater Dayton community. Our programs and services include: free AADE-accredited diabetes education classes, diabetes supplies for the uninsured, diabetes screenings, presentations, resource referral, and a summer camp for children living with diabetes.
Air Sports Demonstrations
Look to the skies above the museum Oct. 28 from 8 a.m. – 2 p.m. for an exciting day of Air Sports Demonstrations presented by the National Aeronautic Association (NAA). See formation paramotor flying brought by Airythmia Paramotor Demonstration Team, hot air balloons, radio-controlled aircraft and canopy formation parachute jumps by Team Fastrax*.
Bring the kids and be ready for a candy drop from the RC aircraft!
The fun continues inside the museum where you can meet the Air Sports teams and learn more about what they do and the equipment they use.
Museum grounds will open at 7:30 a.m. for this free event. Visitors are encouraged to bring a blanket or chairs. Please note that all outdoor activities will be held weather permitting, and are subject to change. The museum buildings will open at the regular time of 9 a.m
Get Free Bike Lights
Visibility is critical for cycling safety, especially for those who use their bike for transportation and ride at dawn, dusk and at night. Lights on Bikes Night is FREE bike light installation night for those adults who do not have a front and rear bike light.
The event is a collaboration between the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission (MVRPC)’s Rideshare Program and Bike Miami Valley’s Bike Dayton Chapter. Lights are provided by MVRPC’s Rideshare Program. Adults in need of lights must bring their bikes to a location listed below and volunteers will install a set of lights on their bike.
The Rideshare Program is a free service from MVRPC for those who work, live or go to college in Montgomery, Greene, Miami, Preble, Darke and Clinton Counties. MVRPC’s Rideshare Program partners with a statewide commute solutions platform, Gohio Commute to offer smarter ways to improve your commute including bike route mapping and matching to form bike pools. Learn more about the benefits of bike commuting and how to get started at MiamiValleyRideshare.org.
Locations & Times:
Wednesday, October 25th – 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
RiverScape MetroPark
237 E Monument Ave, Dayton, OH 45402
Wright Stop Plaza
4 South Main Street, Dayton, OH 45402
Friday, November 3rd 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Gem City Market
324 Salem Ave, Dayton, OH 45406
(Distribution will occur before Dayton Bike Meet ride)
Lights provided by MVRPC’s Rideshare Program and distributed by volunteers from Bike Dayton Chapter of Bike Miami Valley.
Ghost ‘n Goblin 5K Run
The Ohio River Road Runner’s Club (daytongng.org) Dayton Ghost ‘n Goblin™ 5k has been a source of Halloween family fun for many years. The race typically draws 1200 area runners and walkers. It has provided a fun, safe, and enjoyable 5k road race for generations of families to enjoy. The race gives $500 to four high school cross country teams each year.
The Ohio River Road Runners Club is a 100% all-volunteer 501(c)(3) Ohio Non-Profit club dedicated to promoting running and supporting the local running community in and around Dayton, Ohio. We are known for our inexpensive, high-quality running events. Each year we give out over $8000 in scholarships to local runners and grants to youth running clubs.
Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton 2023 3k/5k Remembrance Walk
The Ohio’s Hospice of Dayton 2023 3k/5k Remembrance Walk offers families and friends an opportunity to honor the memory of a loved one and raise funds to support patient care and services. These include community-wide grief counseling; complementary therapies such as music, art and massage; and financial assistance for patients unable to pay for their care.
PetFest 5K Run/Fun Walk
Pets Welcome to Participate in the Race!
Race Info:
Join us at Delco Park for PetFest, benefitting Miami Valley Pet Therapy Association.
What To Know Before You Go: Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
The Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, presented by Huffy, is this Saturday, Oct. 7 and Sunday Oct. 8 at Eastwood MetroPark. With nearly a dozen activities to try, live music, competitions, demonstrations and more, it’s best to plan ahead to maximize your experience during the festival.
To ensure you have the best experience possible at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience be sure to consider the following:
Free camping: Camping at the Subaru of America Campground is free and on a first come, first served basis. Campers can begin to set up at noon on Friday, Oct. 6 and can stay through Sunday, Oct. 8 at 5 p.m. Groups should pre-arrange camping plans by emailing [email protected]. A limited number of pop-up campers is also available.
Campers should park and register before they unload and set up camp. Be sure to register for your chance to win a camping stove. Read the Subaru of America campground rules and learn more about the area’s amenities.
Be waste-free: According to A Greener Festival, waste generated by festivals amounts to 53,000 tons of waste each year, about the size of 450 blue whales. A conservation agency, your Five Rivers MetroParks asks that festivalgoers plan ahead to keep the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience waste-free.
Here are just a few simple steps to take to ensure you are prepared to party with us waste-free:
- Bring a reusable water bottle and pint glass: Visitors will be able to fill up their water bottles at multiple stations at the event. Those who wish to grab a beverage from the Great Lakes Brewing/Fifty West Brewery Beer Garden should remember to bring a pint with them, too. Pints will be available for purchase at the event, as well. No single-use cups will be available at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience.
- Locate waste stations on the festival’s map: Can’t find a trash can? That’s by design at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience. MetroParks’ Master Recycling volunteers and Waste-Free Dayton will run waste stations that collect compostable and recyclable items, in addition to items that need to go to the landfill.
- Compost what you can: If you aren’t sure what can be composted during the event, be sure to ask a waste station volunteer. Compost will be collected and sent to the Foodbank, where they will use the compost for their urban gardens.
- Pick up after your pooch: Wherever dogs go, poop may follow. Help make everyone’s festival experience less messy by ensuring you bring bags to pick up after your pooch and dispose of them properly at the waste stations in the trash bin.
Related No kayak? No problem! Explore ways to paddle at Eastwood MetroPark
Commute green: Five Rivers MetroParks and the Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission is challenging you to travel green to the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience! Bike in on the nation’s largest paved trail network to enjoy bike parking right at the front of the event. Carpooling and taking public transit are also great options to lessen your carbon footprint.
Need directions? Here’s where to learn more.
Sign your waiver ahead of time: From fishing to ziplining, there are so many activities to try for free at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience; however, many of them require signing a waiver. You can cut your time in line down by printing a waiver and filling it out ahead of time. Drop it off at the information area upon entering the festival to receive a wristband. Download a waiver.
Know before you go: Tips to shrink line time, essentials to bring and more for this weekend’s Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
4 Great Reasons to Attend the Free, Dayton Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience
What to Expect:
1. Try it Activities
From the crack of dawn until the setting sun graces the horizon on both Saturday and Sunday, the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience has something thrilling in store for you. Between 11 a.m. and 6 p.m., dive headfirst into a world of adventure with “try it” activities. Whether you’ve dreamt of scaling towering cliffs, cruising along scenic cycling trails, mastering the art of disc golf, casting your line into pristine waters, or embarking on a serene paddling excursion, this is your chance to give it a shot. These action-packed hours are your ticket to experience the exhilaration of climbing, cycling, disc golfing, fishing, paddling and slacklining. In previous years, an increasing number of dog owners have been opting to bring their beloved canine companions along, so by saying, “there’s something for everyone”, that includes your furry friends, too! Visit Pooch Island Off-Leash Dog Park and Swim Area for playtime and sniff out dog treats during “yappy hour.”
2. Watch & Learn Workshops
Prepare to be inspired and educated by some of the finest professional instructors! Several sessions will be led by the esteemed Get Outside Tour! Team, renowned for their expertise in all things adventure. Everything from the art of crafting your own fishing lure, enabling you to connect with nature on a deeper level, to the essential know-how of leaving no trace and safely navigating the wilderness, including how to handle the delicate matter of “how to poop in the woods,” is covered. These unique and informative sessions promise to enrich your outdoor experience, equipping you with the knowledge and confidence to fully immerse yourself in the natural world.
3. Find the Perfect Gear for Your Adventures
Step into the heart of the action at the Exhibitor Village, where retailers, manufacturers, clubs, and organizations converge to ignite your outdoor passion. Here, you’ll be immersed into a world of cutting-edge gear, from innovative gadgets to top-notch equipment. You’ll find exhibitors such as Cabela’s, Dock Dogs, Humpback Kayaks, SICSA, Tomfoolery Outdoors and many, many more. Not ready to fully invest? The Used Gear Area provides a great place for adventurers to pick up some lightly used outdoor recreation-related equipment or consign items to get gear back in action with a new owner. Drop off up to 30 of your items to be managed/sold with consignment fees going right back to the Five Rivers MetroParks Foundation. By implementing these practices, a significant step toward reducing waste in landfills is taken.
4. Eat, Drink & Sleep Right at the Event!
Experience the ease of living, and the freedom of camping without any cost at the Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience Campground. Nestled along the serene banks of the Eastwood Lagoon, and sheltered beneath a majestic canopy of sycamore trees, this campground offers a tranquil oasis right on the event’s doorstep. You can complete your registration to camp at the information tent, conveniently situated inside the main entrance gateway. Registration hours are as follows: Friday from noon to 7 PM, Saturday from 7 AM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 11 AM to 5 PM. If you arrive on Friday night after hours, don’t worry—you can set up and complete your registration on Saturday morning.
Among the many highlights of the event, you can look forward to the presence of two exceptional breweries: Great Lakes Brewing Company and 50 West Beer Garden. Just remember to bring your own reusable pint glass for beer, or you can purchase one at the event site if needed to support the waste free initiative. As an outdoor enthusiast, you’ll definitely work up an appetite. Enhance your drink with a delectable snack or meal from one of the festivals food vendors. The full food truck lineup will be announced shortly, and the Dayton/Montgomery County region also boasts an abundance of exceptionally delicious restaurants. Organizers of the event have also partnered with 91.3 WYSO to bring some of the best and most talented musicians to the stage for a weekend to remember!
Ready to Attend?
Let your spirit of exploration soar and experience the magic of the great outdoors in Dayton, Ohio. The FREE Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience, October 7th and 8th, can be your gateway to adventure, camaraderie, and a deeper connection with nature. With a host of “try it” activities, hands-on clinics, and inspiring workshops, this event promises to ignite your passion for adventure while providing the opportunity to learn essential outdoor tips & tricks. Whether you’re a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or a newcomer to the world of adventure, you’ll have a blast. For more information on how to get involved, the full schedule and FAQs, visit Wagner Subaru Outdoor Experience | Presented by Huffy (metroparks.org).
Eastwood MetroPark, 1385 Harshman Rd., Dayton, Ohio
This story originally appeared on the Dayton Convention & Visitors Bureau website.
2023 Walk to End Alzheimer’s
At the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s®, we’re fighting for a different future. For families facing the disease today. For more time. For treatments. We’re closer than ever to stopping Alzheimer’s. But to get there, we need you. Join us for the world’s largest fundraiser to fight the disease.
Grandview Foundation Wiffle Ball Tournament
Welcome to the Grandview Foundation Wiffle Ball Tournament 2023! Join us for a day of fun, competition, and giving back to the community. This event is happening in person on Saturday, Sep 23 2023 at Yankee Park, 7500 Yankee Street, Dayton, OH 45459. Grab your friends and family to form a team of 5 (amateur skill level) and compete against other teams in the wiffle ball tournament. Cost is $50 per team, or $10 per individual.
Not only will you have a blast playing wiffle ball, but you will also be supporting a great cause. All proceeds from the event will support future RAGS programs through the Grandview Foundation.
There will be plenty of food and drinks available via food trucks and vendors, so bring your appetite (and your wallet!). Get ready for a day full of laughter and friendly competition. Games will be running all day, round-robin style. Schedule to follow after registration is complete. We can’t wait to see you there!
