MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O - Cricket Holler Night-O
External Event
Distance
3.1 mi
Pace
All paces
Terrain
Road
Difficulty
All Levels
About this run
🌙 MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O Hosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering Club Event Director: Seth Moore Step into the woods after dark for a fast-paced orienteering adventure at Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp. This unique Night-O / Search & Destroy-O is designed for all experience levels—first-timers, seasoned navigators, runners, hikers, families, and friends. 🧭 What Is Orienteering? Orienteering is an outdoor navigation sport where you use a detailed map (and optionally a compass) to find checkpoints scattered across the terrain. It’s part strategy, part speed, and part exploration—a real-world treasure hunt, after dark. 🗺️ How the Night-O / Search & Destroy-O Works Phase 1: Night-O (6:00–7:00 PM) Mass start at 6:00 PM 1-hour time limit Format: Score-O (find controls in any order) Goal: Punch as many of the 20 controls as you choose Scoring: Each control punched = 1 point Phase 2: Search & Destroy-O (Starts at 7:00 PM) Controls are collected and returned Each control returned = 1 point Strategy matters: speed, route choice, and teamwork can make the difference. 🌲 The Course Navigate your way through Cricket Holler Boy Scout Camp, with reflective controls placed throughout the camp’s trails and woods. Compete as an individual or as part of a team. 🧭 What’s Provided High-quality course maps Reflective controls with manual punches Loaner compasses 🌧️ Rain or Shine Dress for the conditions and bring your sense of adventure. Run, walk, hike, navigate, and explore—whatever your style. 🌟 Come for the Challenge. Share the Experience. Whether you’re chasing points, testing your night navigation skills, or looking for a spooky bump in the dark, this is a must-do night-life adventure. 🌕 Let the hunt begin!
Typical conditions
For events around December 2026 in Dayton, OH, United States: Typical mid-winter / cooler season in this region — dress in layers and check the official page for weather-related changes.
How to prepare
Most runners can prepare for a 5K with a few weeks of easy runs and one short faster session per week. Focus on consistency, not volume, and rest the day before race day.
Beginner's guide to your first 5KGetting there
This event is listed in Dayton, OH, United States. Confirm the exact start venue, parking, and transit options on the official registration page.
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