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Contact information

David & Sara Glass

1080 Hancock School Rd

Spencer, IN  47460

(812) 829-1646

glass1646@earthlink.net

General Information


When:   November 7th, 2009

Where:  Horseman's Campground in Owen Putnam State Forest located near Spencer, IN.

Time:    7:00 AM EST (8:00 AM EST for the half marathon)

Race Options:  Runners have the option of either a 50km or 50mi race.  Also, there will be a 13.2 mile half marathon for those wanting to see what trail running is all about.  50mi runners can always drop down to the 50km race and still be credited with a finish.

Entry Fees:  Race is limited to the first 100 entries.

Prices postmarked thru 10/19/2009

Fun Run:      $25

50K:            $45

50Mi:           $60

Prices after 10/19/2009

Fun Run:      $30

50K:            $60

50Mi:           $75

Local Accommodations: 

The Patriot Inn (812) 829-0400 (Spencer)

The Canyon Inn (812) 829-4881 (McCormick's Creek SP)

Awards:  All entries will receive a long sleeve t-shirt.  All finishers in all distances will receive finisher medals.

Weather:  Temps on this date can be anywhere from the mid 20s to 70s, so be prepared for anything!  Due to daylight savings time, the race will start in the dark and a light is mandatory for the first 5-mile loop (50K and 50Mi only).

Verification:  All pre-registered entrants will receive information, including maps in the mail prior to race day.  Also, this site will have a reoccurring updated entrance list.

Questions:  Call David or Sara Glass at (812) 829-1646 or email at glass1646@earthlink.net

Race History: 

The OPSF event began in 1993 when Jeff Tincher designed a multiple loop course, beginning and ending at Rattlesnake Campground in the form of a 50-mile race.  Thus, the event logo of the rattlesnake was born, which remains to this day.

Over the years, the course layout has change several times and the 50K and 13.2 mile half marathon were added.

In 2002 Norm Carlson took over as race director while Jeff was working on his PhD at Indiana State University.  After personal health concerns facing Norm's family, David and Sara Glass was brought on board to help as race director.