LOCATION:

The Wolf Café
15480 Clayton Rd.

Ballwin, MO 63011

PARKING:

Parking is available at the Café and the surrounding residential street area.

AGENDA & DESCRIPTION:
7:45pm – 8:30pm Race Day Packet Pickup

9:00pm – Race start begins! 

ON COURSE NUTRITION:

Please carry your own nutrition. Water and electrolyte drink on the run for all athletes.

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AWARDS:
Listen for announcements. We will start the awards as soon as the majority of each distance have finished.

• Top 2 Overall Male & Female Finishers for each race

• Top 2 Age Group Male & Female Awards for each race in the following age categories: 0-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79, 80+ 

 

This race is part of the Ballwin Race Series.

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FINISH LINE FUN:

Food, drinks and music at the finish line! Every runner receives one free beverage (soda, hot chocolate or beer) from The Wolf Cafe post race!

 

BALLWIN RACE SERIES:
Challenge yourself and your friends to climb the Ballwin Race Series standings! The Ballwin Race Series features a variety of events designed to test your all-around athletic abilities. Whether you're racing for the podium or simply challenging yourself, every participant earns points toward the series standings, regardless of finishing placement. At the end of the year, the top five male and female finishers with the most accumulated points will earn MSE Racing vouchers to use toward any Ballwin Race Series event!

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The top five male and female finishers will each receive:

• 1st Place: $100 MSE Racing voucher

• 2nd Place: $75 MSE Racing voucher

• 3rd Place: $50 MSE Racing voucher

• 4th Place: $25 MSE Racing voucher

• 5th Place: $25 MSE Racing voucher

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All vouchers can be applied toward registration for any Ballwin Race Series event.

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For more information on the races included in the Ballwin Race Series and for the latest standings click here.

 

RACE SHIRT GUARANTEE:

Last day to register to guarantee a race shirt is September 29, 2026. After the cutoff date t-shirts will be distributed on a first come, first to register basis. 

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DOGS:

We love animals, but due to insurance requirements, dogs are not permitted on the race course. NOTE: Athletes who require a service animal as defined by the ADA in order to participate must contact us in advance so that we can make accommodations.

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RUNNING WITH A STROLLER:

We welcome our littlest participants! If you plan to run or walk with a stroller, please be sure to register each child accompanying you. Registration is required for insurance and safety purposes and ensures your little race buddies receive their own customized race bib, a special prize at the finish line, and access to all on-course and finish line amenities.

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COURSE REMINDERS:
To help ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone at the race, please keep the following in mind:

• No dogs or unregistered strollers are permitted on the course.

• If you choose to wear headphones during the race, please keep the volume low enough to hear instructions from volunteers, police officers, and race crew, as well as communicate with fellow athletes. Your safety and the safety of others is our top priority!

• Stay to the right side of the trail at all times unless passing.

• Remain single file whenever possible, especially on narrower sections of the trail.

• If running or walking side by side, limit groups to no more than two people wide.

• Be aware of athletes around you and move to the right to allow faster runners to pass when needed.

• When passing, communicate clearly and safely.

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INCLEMENT WEATHER, REFUND & TRANSFER POLICY:

There is NO inclement weather makeup date. In the event of inclement weather, race management reserves the right to cancel, alter, modify, or shorten the event/course if necessary for participant, volunteer, or staff safety. Any decision regarding race operations will be made with overall event safety as the top priority.

 

There are NO refunds, deferrals, or complimentary race entries to future events under any circumstances, including weather-related cancellations or course modifications. All entry fees are non-transferable, and race registrations may not be transferred to another participant.

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All monies collected are used to plan, organize, and produce the event, including race supplies, permits, staffing, administration, and operational expenses. By registering, each participant acknowledges and accepts these risks and policies.

 

Participants concerned about unexpected circumstances are strongly encouraged to purchase the optional race insurance policy offered during registration.

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PHOTO DISCLAIMER:

There may be a photographer on site capturing pictures of the event. Since this is a public event, we reserve the right to post photos on our social media or agency website. Photos may also be used in promotional materials.