OPSF5050

Event

OPSF 50|50 is a long standing Indiana tradition. This low key event in Owen-Putnam State Forest is provided by non-profit Indiana Trail Running Association (ITRA), and it's an opportunity for people to run a lesser known Indiana course (even though it's only an hour from Indianapolis!). Come join us! The OPSF 50|50 race is a 50- mile, 50k distance race beginning at 7:00 a.m., the 14-mile Run starts at 9:30 a.m., and the 10K distance starts at 10:00a.m. Weather: Spring in Indiana can provide interesting weather. 2018 brought a winter storm with sleet and snow! And then 2019 brought a 50° day and dry conditions! Please watch the weather and prepare accordingly! PLEASE NOTE: This race is a CUPLESS race. This means you must have the ability to carry 20 oz of water on your person at all times. No cups will be provided at aid stations.

Course

The trail races are set in the Owen-Putnam State Forest, beginning at Horse Campground, runners traverse a 14-mile course consisting of 90% single track and horse trails with a few sections of fire road. The course is a lollipop: Start/Finish to Aid A is the "stick" and a loop from Aid A through Aid B and back to Aid A is the delicious "pop". Aid A to the Start/Finish completes the lollipop. The 50-Mile runners will run the lollipop course counter clockwise three (3) times with a extra loop for your viewing pleasure while the 50k runners will run out the lollipop counter clockwise two "pops", and then an additional bonus short loop to return to the Start/Finish, 10K race is one loop trail run. See the Course Map for more details. Beautiful trails are single track trails with rolling hills, and challenging at some points. It may be considered the toughest trail race in Indiana! Come joint the fun!

Registration and Pricing

Cost varies by course length - see the individual lengths for more details. If race capacity is not met, same day registration will be available. This Event sells out quickly so do not delay! Only credit cards will be accepted - no cash or check. Please sign up early as same day registration is strongly discouraged!

Packet Pick-up

Packet pick-up is Friday, March 20th at the Civilian Brewing Corps from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Same-day packet pick-up begins at 6:00 a.m at the Start/Finish.

Parking

14-Miler and 10K Participants are shuttled to and from Horse Campground and should park at: Owen County Family YMCA 1111 State Rd 46 Spencer, IN 47460 Shuttles depart at 8:00 a.m, 8:50 a.m. DO NOT WAIT FOR THE LAST SHUTTLE ------------------------------------------------------------------- 50M/50k participants park at Horse Campground.

Awards and Swag

Entrants receive OPSF 50|50 swag when registered by March 1st. Age Group Awards and Finishers Medals are awarded to all finishers!

Lodging / Camping

McCormick's Creek lodging (ask for March specials) phone reservations: (812) 829-4881 or toll free (877) 922-6966. Online: Canyon Inn If you wish to camp at Horse Campground, it’s $13 per night. If you camp, make sure you bring cash or check since you will be self-registering. Camping is on a first come basis, and there’s about 8 campsites. Spots will almost certainly fill up - we CANNOT guarantee you a spot.