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MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O

Date
December 5, 2026
Distance
Cricket Holler Night-O
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From the Organizer

🌙 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!

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Weather

Typical Conditions

It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.

Typical High

44°

Typical Low

28°

Chance of Rain

35%

Based on US Climate Normals data from Dayton Mcd, 2 mi from the venue.

Sunrise 7:44 AMSunset 5:13 PMDaylight 9h 30m

Host City

About Dayton, OH

Population

136,741

as of 2023

Elevation

744 ft

Nearest Airport

DAY

James M. Cox Dayton International Airport · 11 mi

Major Hub

CVG

Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport · 54 mi

Time Zone

Eastern Time

From Endurance Grid

A mid-size host city. Enough lodging and amenities to keep race weekend easy, without big-city sprawl.

Race Location

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What Are You
Waiting For?

Every finish line starts with a single decision. Claim your spot at MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O, put it on the calendar, and turn “someday” into a start date.

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Days to train

Race
MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O
Date
December 5, 2026

From Endurance Grid

About This Sport

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O?
MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O is a running race held in Dayton, Ohio on December 5, 2026. It is one of the many endurance events listed on Endurance Grid, a multi-sport endurance event calendar covering running races, triathlons, HYROX, and more endurance sports across the United States. Find more running races near you or explore our sports guides to learn what race day actually feels like.
When and where is the MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O?
Saturday, December 5, 2026 in Dayton, Ohio at 6675 Brantford Road, Dayton, OH. Check the event page for exact start times and wave schedules.
How do I register for the MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O?
Registration is handled through the event's registration page. Confirm pricing and distances there, and sign up.

MVOC Cricket Holler Night-O / Search & Destroy-O

Dec 5, 2026

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