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Dear Racer,

We have a new date, new name and new location for this event.  We hope to bring you the IT'S NOT Three Creeks Half Marathon 10K 5K on Sunday, October 4th, 2021 at 8am.

Please stay safe and continue to run or walk which is not only good for us physically, but helpful for our mental health & well being.  

Best,
Ultrafit-USA Events

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Join us on Sunday, October 4th at 8am for The IT'S NOT Three Creeks Half Marathon 10K 5K!

The name says it all as we have moved our postponed spring event to 10/4/2020 just two weeks before the Columbus Marathon making for an ideal "tune-up". Due to a scheduling conflict the event has been moved to Hilliard along the historic "Rails to Trails". Great looking shirts, custom medals, chip timing and age division awards. This event is proudly sponsored by Dick's Sporting Goods.

DATE:  October 4th, 2021

START TIME - 8am

WHERE: Hilliard Rails to Trails This address will take you the the starting line..... (5462 Center Street, Hilliard, Ohio 43026)

ABOUT THE COURSE:  This is a well paved running trail that was paved over an old rail road track that was vital to the Hilliard Community several decades ago. 

RACE DAY PACKET PICK-UP:  You can pick-up your race packet at the Makoy Center beginning at 6:45am located at 5462 Center St in Hilliard.

SWAG BAGS:  All participants will receive a goody bag consisting of a great looking technical shirt, custom medals and ribbon, chip timing, age group awards, race number, post race food and beverage.

AWARDS:  Custom finisher medals will be awarded to all participants. Handsome plaques will be awarded in the HALF MARATHON, 10K and 5K for the top three finishers in each category: 19-under, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+, Walkers. If you qualify for an award please e-mail Linda at [email protected] by 10/11/2020. 

RACE RESULTS:  All finish times will be recorded and posted online following the race at www.ultrafit-usa.com.

PARKING:  Parking will be at the Franklin County Fairgrounds located at 4100 Columbia St in Hilliard.  Please follow signs and boy scouts directing traffic.

ENTRY FEES:  Half Marathon $55 ---- 10K $40 ---- 5K $35

COURSE LIMIT:  The course time limit is 3.5 hours, all finishers must cross the finish line by 11:30am. 

COURSE MAPS - Coming soon ... 

STROLLERS  - Permitted

DOGS:  Permitted

HELP OTHERS for a CHANCE to WIN a FREE RACE!  Anyone that donates (cash or items) to our partner Garrett Recovery will be eligible to win a free Ultrafit-USA race including our entire 2021 schedule of events or even this Three Creeks race.  The winner will be notified after the race and may collect a code for a free 2020 race or a refund check for Three Creeks.  Read more about our partner now

CHARITABLE PARTNER:  Ultrafit-USA has teamed up with GARRETT RECOVERY.  Garrett Recovery includes the HOPE Resource Center that serves individuals at the greatest risk for overdose due to opioid abuse with an emphasis on individuals being sexually exploited through sex trafficking on the westside of Columbus (the Hilltop).  Heroin and opioid overdose deaths are now the leading cause of death for Ohio residents under the age of 55. Franklin County has five zip codes of concerns including the Hilltop community where Garrett is located.  On the date of January 31, 2020 alone, ten drug overdoses were reported on just that one day, this demonstrates the dire need of community.

Garrett Recovery offers safe, secure and supportive sober living and recovery while the HOPE Resource Center which provides clothing, meals, health care, case management and support for the women of the streets who continue to struggle with addiction.  If you are able to provide a cash donation, know that every dollar helps. Or you may bring the following much needed items to the race and we will provide them to GR.

Items of current need: Travel size toiletries, deodorant, individual wet wipes , feminine wipes, new or gently sneakers, shoes, underwear, bras, socks, chap stick, hand sanitizer, toilet paper, paper towels, draw string bags (like those issued at races)  In addition, ready to serve meals like chicken salad/crackers, soft chew bars, and small bags of chips/nuts/snacks

Thank you for your support; together we can make a difference.

QUESTIONS:  For any questions not answered here, please call the race hotline at 6214-332-5205 or email [email protected].