Owyhee Off-Road Challenge Half Marathon, 10k, & 5k

2020 Event Cancellation

2020 Event Cancellation
When we rescheduled the Owyhee Off-Road Challenge, more than four months ago, we had high hopes that by this fall things would have settled down and runners and walkers would be able to take on the Challenge this September. However, in response to the ongoing public health concerns brought on by the Coronavirus pandemic, the Adrian Sports Boosters have made the decision to cancel the event.

Registered participants, please check your email for details about refunds. *

Entry refund*
All registered participants for the 2020 Owyhee Off-Road Challenge will be eligible for a refund for their 2020 race entry. Due to the complexities of cancelling the event and the anticipated quantity of refunds, we expect the refund process to take several weeks. Emails have been sent out to all registered participants, however several bounced back. If you have not received information about the cancellation, please email the Boosters at adrianboosters@gmail.com

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact us at adrianboosters@gmail.com

Why cancel the event?
COVID-19 cases are increasing in Malheur County.
Malheur County currently has one of the highest rates of new COVID-19 cases in Oregon.
Last week we saw an uptrend in cases of 23% from the week before and 66% of cases could not be traced to a known source, meaning we have significant community spread among people who have not been identified as positive. Due to the metrics, there is fear that our county will be shut down again. At this time, no K-12 school in Malheur County qualifies to open for in person instruction.

This is why the decision was made to cancel the Owyhee Off-Road Challenge 2020

Out of concern for the health and safety of our participants, sponsors, volunteers, and local communities
In an effort to keep Malheur County open
To do all we can to get our children back in school

This is not what we wanted. These are trying times for all of us. We thank you for your patience and understanding and hope to see all of you in the spring.

We are hopeful that by spring we will be able to come together again.
Save the date for the Owyhee Off-Road Challenge
March 27th, 2021.

"This was by far the most beautiful and well supported half I have ever done (12 in last five years.) Community support was incredible. I have been talking it up already." S.S. Bend, Oregon

"This was an amazing experience! Great course support, beautiful views, and a challenging but fun route! It is definitely one of my favorite races. I also think that your half marathon course is giving Robie Creek a run for its money for the title of toughest half in the northwest! I can't wait for next year!" ~B. Campbell, Gresham, Oregon

Hosted by the Adrian Sports Boosters to raise funds to build a new track for the small rural community of Adrian, Oregon. Click here for more information.

Join us for the 6th Annual Owyhee Off-Road Challenge Half Marathon, 10K & 5K on
March 27th, 2021 beginning at 10:00 a.m. (Mountain Time Zone) in Adrian, OR, just an hour drive from Boise, ID.

Get off the road and into the hills! The breathtaking views and stunning Snake River Valley scenery from the TOP of the Owyhees are worth the climb.

Both runners and walkers are welcome to compete in all events. For the half marathon, there is a time limit of four hours to finish. We look forward to seeing you and wish you the best of success in your training.

ALL proceeds from this event go towards a new track for the Adrian school and community.

Start Location:
Two Rivers Community Park
(Owyhee Watershed Council)
106 Owyhee Street
Adrian, OR 97901

Important Notice: If you are registering on the day of the race, please come prepared to pay by check or cash. We are not set up to take debit or credit card payments and there are no ATMs in town.

Packet Pick Up: Packet Pick-up available Day of Race only from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Two Rivers Community Center.

HALF MARATHON, 10K, & 5K
Date: Saturday, March 27, 2021

Start Times: We are in the Mountain Time Zone

Half Marathon - 10:00 a.m.
10K - 10:30 a.m.
5K - 11:00 a.m.
(Chip timing will be used for all three races)

All participants will receive a high quality, long-sleeve Leslie Jordan tech shirt.

Race Fees:

Half Marathon
$50.00 per person by September 11th
$55.00 per person September 12th - 24th. (Online registration closes at midnight on September 24th.)
$60.00 per person on day of race
10K
$40.00 per person by September 11th

$45.00 per person September 12th - 24th. (Online registration closes at midnight on September 24th.)
$50.00 per person on day of race

5K
$30.00 per person by September 11th

$35.00 per person September 12th - 24th. (Online registration closes at midnight on September 24th.)
$40.00 per person on day of race

Day of Race Registration available for all events from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Two Rivers Community Center.

Important Notice: If you are registering on the day of the race, please come prepared to pay by check or cash. We are not set up to take debit or credit card payments and there are no ATMs in town.
Route Info : Click here for information

For safety reasons, due to the rugged and uneven terrain, baby joggers, strollers, baby carriers, and baby backpacks, are NOT allowed on this course.

Best Awards in the West!: Top 3 Men's and Women's Finishers Overall for Half Marathon, 10K, & 5K.

Awards: Awards will be presented for the top finisher in each age bracket , for men and women, for each event.

Age Brackets:
- 0-7
- 8-12
- 13-15
- 16-19
- 20-29
- 30-39
- 40-49
- 50-59
- 60-69
- 70+

Finishers' Medals: Finishers' Medals will be awarded to ALL finishers of the 5k, 10k and Half this year!

Results: Will be posted by event and age brackets for men and women.

Locker Rooms and Showers: We know that many of you are traveling to come join us for the Owyhee Off-Road Challenge. We don't want you to have to sit in the car or get on a plane all sweaty and stinky, so the locker rooms and showers will be open and available for participants after the event to allow those of you who need to to shower and freshen up before hitting the road back towards home.

Parking: Parking is available at the Adrian Elementary and High School and on surrounding streets. In addition there will be available parking next to the large storage sheds across from the school. Please be courteous of residential property when choosing where to park.

Click here for a map of parking options. Areas to park are marked with yellow.

Food: There will be a FREE Post-Race snack for participants, including Fruit, Bagels, Brownies, and chocolate and white milk, as well as water and Gatorade. There will also be food vendors providing food for purchase for participants and spectators.

Other Questions? See our FAQ section. If your question is not answered there, don't hesitate to contact the Race Director, Nickie Shira by email adrianboosters@gmail.com

Teams
Get a group together from your office, school, church, family, or just a group of friends! Forming a team is a great way to take a step toward healthy living, and helps to build a network of people to encourage you in your fitness goals.

Teams may consist of 7 or more people, and team members receive a $10.00 discount on the half marathon, $7.50 off of the 10k, and $5.00 discount on the 5k race registration fees. To receive the team discount, come up with a team name and have the team captain contact the Race Director, Nickie Shira by email at adrianboosters@gmail.com to receive the discount code for your team members to use when making their online registrations. (Note: The seven members of your team do NOT have to run the same distances.) Team members must use the discount code when they are registering. If they register without the code, we can NOT issue a refund.

Rescheduling Note: If you had a team discount code that expired in March and would like it extended, please contact Nickie at adrianboosters@gmail.com)

TEAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Friday, September 4th, 2020. Late team entries will not be accepted.

Chip timing will be provided for all three events by Blue Circle Sports.

Sponsors
Interested In Helping Sponsor This Event?
Contact Nickie Shira by email.

Volunteers
Interested In Volunteering To Assist With This Event?
Contact Nickie Shira by email.

Contact Information:
Race Director: Nickie Shira
adrianboosters@gmail.com

Click for more information about running for the runners!

"Such an amazing race! Congratulations on a fantastic event! I cannot commend you enough for the hard work it took to make this happen. The efficient check in, the well marked course, the friendly cheerleaders/volunteers, the well placed water and bathroom stations, and the beautiful course all made for a super off-road challenge! You guys did an amazing job and I hope to see this event continue! Thank you!" ~S.L. Smith

Huge thank you to our generous sponsors!