2026 Great Scott 25K and 7.75 Miler
The 2026 Great Scott 25K and 7.75 Miler is scheduled for Saturday, February 21, 2026, in Whitehouse, Ohio, at the Buehner Center, located within the Oak Openings Preserve Metropark near the Mallard Lake area. Weather conditions in Whitehouse during late February typically range from cold to freezing, with potential for snow or icy trail conditions, which participants should be prepared for. The event features a mixed-terrain run through the natural areas of Oak Openings Metropark, offering a scenic route that includes sandy oak savanna paths, wooded sections, and unpaved service roads. The 7.75 Miler consists of one loop, while the 25K completes two identical loops, both of which are chip-timed for accurate results.
What distances are available for this event?
- →7.75 Miler
- →25K (approximately 15.5 miles)
What is the event format?
The event consists of a mixed-terrain run through the Oak Openings Metropark, featuring trails, sandy paths, and unpaved service roads. Both the 7.75 Miler and 25K consist of loops through the same course, with the 25K completing two loops.
What is the registration fee for this event?
- →$18 for either distance
What is the registration deadline for this event?
- →February 21, 2026, at 9:00 AM EST. Race-day registration is available online until the start time.
What is required to participate in this event?
- →TRRC (Toledo Road Runners Club) membership is required to participate.
What is included in the registration?
- →Post-race refreshments including cookies, fruit, oatmeal, coffee, and hot chocolate.
- →Sweatshirts are guaranteed for registrations completed by February 7, 2026.
Are there awards for this event?
- →No age-group or overall awards are given.
What should participants expect in terms of weather?
- →Late February in Northwest Ohio may present cold temperatures and potentially snowy or icy trail conditions. Appropriate trail footwear and cold-weather gear are recommended.
What is the start time for this event?
- →9:00 AM EST. Check-in opens at 8:00 AM.
What is the course surface like?
- →The course features natural surface terrain, including sandy oak savanna paths, wooded sections, and potentially unpaved service roads typical of the Oak Openings region.