EHOHx12 Challenge: Run Every Hour On the Hour at McKaig Nature Center

EHOHx12 Challenge: Run Every Hour On the Hour

Back by popular demand!

Join us for a day of endurance, camaraderie, and nature at the EHOHx12 Challenge. Fundraising for McKaig Nature Center.

Event Overview

• What is it? Run every hour on the hour for 12 hours.
• Why? Why not? Challenge yourself, connect with like-minded individuals, and experience the satisfaction of pushing your limits.
• Where? McKaig Nature Center with a base in the Roberts School parking lot.
• When? October 24th. The first run starts at 7:00 AM, and the last run is at 6:00 PM.

Participation and Prizes

• Prizes? No, just the incredible feeling of accomplishment and the opportunity to spend a day with fellow enthusiasts.
• Why? As a fundraiser for the McKaig Nature Center. Donors will pledge $ for each mile ran.

Details

• Choose your distance: Half marathon, marathon, ultra, or any distance you desire.
• Loop Options: We've mapped out 1, 1.5, 2, and 3-mile loops.
• Run Schedule: Run your chosen distance at the top of each hour, from 7 AM to 6 PM.
• Total Distance Challenge: Complete one lap at double your chosen distance for a total distance challenge (e.g., run 1 mile for 12 hours, then run 2 miles for an extra lap).
• Bring Gear: Lawn chairs, food, hydration, and anything else you need.
• Facilities: McKaig Nature Center will provide access to a restroom and hand wash station.

Support Our Mission

Please consider donating a few dollars to support our mission via RunSignUp or visit EnjoyMcKaig.org/donate, Venmo (@ParkRanger-McKaig), or cash at the event.

Important Reminder

Leash and Scoop: All dogs must be leashed and all waste picked up. It's the law and a courtesy to others. Thank you!

Let's Make Memories

Let's make this a memorable day together!

2025 Highlights

In 2025 Runners Ran from McKaig to Chicago (and Beyond!) Our 43 dedicated runners ran a phenomenal combined total of 724.17 miles! That incredible distance is roughly the equivalent of running from McKaig all the way to Chicago!

While about 20% of participants stayed for the entire 12-hour duration, we must give a special shout-out to one incredible 59-year-old runner who logged a phenomenal 50 miles, achieving a total elevation gain of about 7,000 vertical feet and taking 72,000 steps!

This massive effort was a crucial fundraiser, bringing in over $885 in donations to directly support McKaig’s trails and educational programs. Congratulations to all the runners!

For more information, visit our event page at EHOHx12 Challenge.