Yellow Springs, OH
Race Details
MVOC Sturgeon Moon Hydrant Hunt

- 2026-08-28
Race Date
- Open
Registration Status
- Yellow Springs, OH
Location
Event Schedule
Here is the latest schedule of events:
| Name | Distance | Type | Price | Start Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sturgeon Moon Hydrant Hunt Challenge | 5K | adventure_race | $8.00 | 8/28/2026 21:00 |
MVOC Sturgeon Moon Hydrant Hunt Race Details
The latest details from your Race Directors:
🌕 Sturgeon Moon Urban Night-O – Yellow SpringsHosted by: Miami Valley Orienteering ClubEvent Director: Sarah Berna
Public streets and sidewalks within the Village of Yellow Springs and Antioch College.
Step into the night for a fast-paced urban orienteering adventure under the Sturgeon Moon! This event 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—think real-world treasure hunt, after dark.
🗺️ How the Sturgeon Moon Hydrant Hunt WorksFormat: Score-O (find controls in any order)Time Limit: 1 hourGoal: Find as many controls as possibleScoring:
Each control = 5 points1-point penalty per minute over the time limitWhat’s Provided:
High-quality course mapsReflective controls with manual punches. Loaner compasses
🌆 The CourseTeams or individuals will navigate 20 controls spread throughout the Village of Yellow Springs and the historic Antioch College campus—urban streets, pathways, and campus scenery all come alive at night.
🌧️ Rain or ShineDress for the weather, bring your sense of adventure, and be ready to run, walk, hike, navigate, and explore—whatever your style.
🌟 Come for the Challenge. Share the Experience.Whether you’re chasing points or soaking in the night-time village vibe, this is a must-do Yellow Springs night-life experience.
🌕 Let the hunt begin!
