In 28 days · Sat, Oct 17, 2026
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When
Saturday, October 17th, 2026
Where
Ponca, Ponca AR
Distance
5K
Typical weather
51–70°F · low rain risk
See last 10 years
On this date: rain 0 of the last 10 years
2025
59–78°F
dry
2024
40–63°F
dry
2023
41–66°F
dry
2022
40–53°F
dry
2021
45–68°F
dry
2020
47–65°F
dry
2019
40–66°F
dry
2018
43–64°F
dry
2017
46–68°F
dry
2016
68–82°F
dry
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About this race
Race Overview
- Event Name: Bugle Bolt Paige Slape Memorial 5k
- Date: October 17, 2026
- Location: Ponca, AR
- Registration Link: Register Here
Course Details
- Elevation Change: Less than 70 feet throughout the entire course.
- Scenic Views: Experience the fall colors at their peak.
- Wildlife: Season for hearing the elk bugle throughout Ponca and the Boxley Valley.
- Post-Race Activities: Options to hike Lost Valley Trail, Hawksbill Craig, or The Buffalo River Trail.
Scholarship Fund
- Proceeds: Benefits the Paige Slape Memorial Scholarship Fund.
- Established: 2008 in memory of Alyssa Paige Slape.
- Legacy: Honors a dedicated student involved in many school functions.
- Scholarships Awarded: Three students from the area receive scholarships annually.
Additional Information
- Grab Bags: Directions to the nearest trails included for family fun.
- Nonprofit Status: The fund operates as a nonprofit with volunteer services.
- Compensation: All members volunteer without compensation.
Course map
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