Run the Plank 5k
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About the Race
Run the Plank To Support the Pirates The ship needs your help! Come out and run a 5k to support the Ottawa Township High School Cross Country Team! Race day registration / packet pick-up @ 8:00am Race start time @ 9:00am Course starts at Ottawa High School, runs through the scenic river walk, I&M Canal and winds the east side to finish back at Ottawa High School! Certified Distance (3.1 miles) Traffic controlled. Early bird registration is $30 if registered by May 15th, 2026. All regi...
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How hard is the Run the Plank 5k 5K?
We don't have a verified elevation profile yet — check the organizer's course map for the climb breakdown.
What should I wear?
Dress for ~10°F warmer than the standing temperature once you start running. Throwaway long-sleeve at the start, gloves and a hat for sub-50°F mornings, singlet plus visor when it climbs above 60°F. The race-day forecast above is the source of truth closer to the date.
When does it sell out?
No published deadline. Most races raise the entry fee in tiers and can sell out without warning — sign up early if you're committed.
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