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Please welcome Sam McCoy, Rod's Project Treasurer, as our guest blogger. On Saturday, May 23, 2026, Rod’s Project, LLC is hosting its inaugural 5K Fun Run, utilizing the beautiful Judy Gano and adjacent trails in Wilmington. It’s the perfect way to kick off the Memorial Day weekend with some fresh air and community spirit.  The 5K Run/Walk begins and ends at the Denver Williams Park at 8:00 AM. Registration is only $15 per participant and well-behaved dogs are allowed. Every runner scores an event T-shirt and finish-line snacks to refuel. The first 100 participants to register will also receive a commemorative medallion to mark the occasion. The finish line is just the beginning! After you catch your breath, stick around for the community festival running from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. We’re turning the park into a full-blown celebration with entertainment including a Jeep Show, a corn-hole tournament, and old-time carnival games where everyone walks away a winner. You'll be able to grab a bite from local food and beverage vendors and browse unique finds from craft artisans. Visit the small petting zoo hosted by members of the East Clinton FFA. 5K DETAILS DATE: MAY 23, 2026 TIME: 8:00 AM COST: $15 LOCATION: Denver Williams Park Your registration does more than just get you a morning workout. Rod’s Project, LLC was established in 2015 to honor the memory of Rod Danes, and is a registered 501c3 non-profit organization. By participating, you are directly supporting East Clinton graduating students who are pursuing a higher educational degree or trade that supports agricultural science or agriculture communities. You're also supporting agriculture science students involved in FFA and 4-H by helping to fund things like livestock feed and bedding, uniforms and convention fees. Additionally, Rod's Project donates annually to the Clinton County Juvenile Court''s Bacon-n-Bits 4-H club Grab your running shoes, bring your friends, and let's make this first 5K one for the record books. See you at Denver Williams Park on May 23rd! You can learn more about Rod's Project and the Spring Fling event schedule, visit RodsProject.org.  Clinton County Trails Coalition is happy to include a guest writer, Karla Barker, Executive Director of Wilmington Hope House, to promote their upcoming 5K on our beautiful trails. By Karla Barker, Executive Director, Wilmington Hope House On Sunday, June 22nd, Wilmington Hope House is hosting “Run for Hope”, a 5K run/walk on our Clinton County Trails. The start and finish line will be at the Clinton Memorial Hospital lower parking lot near the connection path to the trail. The entire route will be on the Luther Warren Peace Path and part of the Ogden Trail with a water break at the halfway/turn around point. RACE DETAILS
ABOUT HOPE HOUSE Hope House is a low barrier, emergency drop-in shelter for women and their children. We provide safe, judgement free, environment for 10 women and children at a time for up to 30 days. We operate from a low barrier perspective, which means we do not require background checks, identification, proof county residency, or sobriety to be given a bed. We welcome all women as they are, into a community of other women experiencing similar challenges. While meeting them with grace, respect, community, and honesty, as we help them find ways to move into a sustainable, self-reliant, and purposeful life in our community.  WHY DO WE DO WHAT WE DO?
We welcome women and children just as Christ offers Love, Hope, and Compassion to women and children in need. We strive to encourage and help the restoration of human dignity, self-respect, and well-being of those we assist. To be able to fulfill this mission, we rely on private donors, local churches, organizations, and fundraisers. Our goal with the 2025 Run for Hope 5K is to raise $5,000. REGISTER FOR THE 5K All participants receive a commemorative 5K t-shirt if they register by June 8th. To learn more about the Run for Hope 5K and about our organization, please visit our website.  Let's GO outside, Clinton County!
Join us for a FREE fun-filled day of adventure and discovery as we celebrate our beloved bike and walking trails! Whether you're a seasoned outdoor enthusiast or just looking for a new way to explore your community, Celebrate the Trails has something for everyone. So mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready to experience the best of our trails! FAMILY FRIENDLY ACTIVITIES: - Multiple Group Bike Rides - Guided Nature Walk by Jim O'Boyle - Cowan Lake Nature Exhibit with Ashlynn Pfau - Scavenger Hunt Bingo - Chalk Art with Rachel Cline, Wilmington City Art Teacher - Face Painting by Blanchester Lady Wildcats Softball Team - 1-on-1 Running Coaching with Simon Heys at 9 AM FOOD BY: - Trail Haus - Grub'n Monkey VISIT OUR FRIENDS: - Kiwanis of Clinton County - Heart Rate and Blood Pressure Checks with Clinton County Health Department - FREE Books by Clinton County Literacy Foundation - Cycling Without Age Trishaw Display - Clinton Memorial Hospital Come meet the Trails Team and learn more about area trails. |
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