Nickel Plate Trail

November Business Meeting
2018-11-28 19:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis)
Date:   Wednesday, November 28
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

October Business Meeting
2018-10-31 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, October 31
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

Cole Porter 5k/15K Run/Walk 2018
2018-10-06 09:00 | Riverview Event Center, 421 W Canal Street, Peru, IN, 46970
5K and 15K Run/Walks
Date:   Saturday, October 6
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:30 a.m.
Pee-Wee Fun Run – 8:30 a.m.
Run/Walk – 9:00 a.m.
(Walkers are not permitted in 15K Run)
Fees:   Pre-registration (on or before 09/29) – $25 (includes a long-sleeve shirt) $20 (no-shirt option)
Day of registration – $30
Contact: Jim Yates – kilowattlite@gmail.com or 765-469-5066
Location: Riverview Event Center (**New Location)
421 W Canal St.
Peru, IN 46970
Peru Rotary Club invites you to participate in the running of the 32nd annual Cole Porter Classic. Bring your family, friends, and co-workers for a fun day of music, prizes and food. There will be activities for all ages. Please arrive early and volunteer to be a part of this family event. All proceeds go to benefit the Nickel Plate Trail.
Walkers are not permitted in 15K Run. You must be able to complete 15K in 1:45.
The CourseAwardsPost-Race PartyRace Provisions
The course is relatively flat and continues along city streets and on the NPT. All events begin and end at the Riverview Event Center (*New Location).
Awards will be presented to the male and female winners in various age brackets for the following events: 5K Run, 15K Run, 5K Competitive Walk. There will also be a 1st and 2nd place overall award presented for the 5K & 15K runs. Click here to view awards by division.
A post-race party will be held with DJ, refreshments and award ceremony.
Traffic Control, Restroom Facilities, Age Division Awards and Frequent Water Stations
Register

Support the Nickel Plate Trail
All Cole Porter registration fees go towards the support of the Nickel Plate Trail. You can provide additional support for the trail by donating directly to the trail using the donation button below. For each donation of $5 you will receive an entry in a drawing for a chance to win either a Garmin Watch, a drone or a pair of Oakley Sunglasses. (Winners will be drawn during the event, but you do not have to participate in the event or be present to win.)
You can also make an additional donation when completing your registration form.
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September Business Meeting
2018-09-26 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, September 26
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

August Business Meeting
2018-08-29 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, August 29
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

July 2018 Business Meeting
2018-07-25 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, July 25
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

2018 J.U.G. 5K Run/Walk
2018-07-21 08:00 | Beef O’Brady’s, 911 W Main St., Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K Run
Date:   Saturday, July 21
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:30 a.m.
Race– 8:00 a.m.
Fees:   Preregistration (on or before 7/10) – $25 & includes a free t-shirt
Ride-day registration – $30 – no t-shirt guaranteed
Contact: Connie Cutler – Miami@nicf.org 765-475-2859
Location: Registration takes place at Beef O’Brady’s in Peru.
Join us for the fourth annual J.U.G. 5K Run/Walk. All proceeds go to the Guthrie Family Community Fund. All participants will be eligible for a drawing at 9:00 a.m. and awards will be given for the top finishers in each age group. Age groups are Adult 16 & Older and Junior 15 & under. Race will take place on the Nickel Plate Trail.
Print registration form

June 2018 Business Meeting
2018-06-27 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, June 27
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

May 2018 Business Meeting
2018-05-30 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, May 30
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

April 2018 Business Meeting
2018-04-25 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, April 25
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

Dandelion Run
2018-04-21 07:00 | Anytime Fitness, 907 W Main Street, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
Kid’s 1 Mile Run & 5K Walk/Run
Date: Saturday, April 21
Time: Day of Registration and packet pickup – 7:30 a.m. – 8:45 a.m.
Dance Fitness Warm-up – 8:00 a.m.
1 Mile Kid’s Run – 8:30 a.m.
5K – 9:00 a.m.
Fees: $12 – $22
Website: Dandelion Run
Location: Nickel Plate Trail
911 West Main Street
Peru, IN 46970
This is a family friendly event.
This event is in memory of Lincoln Grace Sutton (1/29/03-4/28/06). All proceeds will be going to Ronald McDonald House (Indianapolis) where Lincoln’s parents were able to stay during her visits/stays at Riley Children’s Hospital.

2018 Lutheran Health Tiger Trot
2018-04-11 09:00 | Beef O’Brady’s, 911 W Main St., Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K / 10K / 15K
Date: Saturday, April 14
Time: Registration and check-in – 7:30 a.m.
Run– 9:00 a.m.
Fees: Pre-registration (until April 8) – $20
Regular and Day of registration – $25
Contact: perubengalbackers@yahoo.com or 765-432-1052
Website: Lutheranhealthtigertrot.com
Location: Beef O’Brady’s
911 West Main Street
Peru, IN 46970
The Lutheran Health Tiger Trot is an annual 5k/10k/15k race that benefits the Peru Bengal Backers Booster Club. The event will be professionally timed by T & H Timing from Valporaiso, Indiana. We will race the south portion of the Nickel Plate Trail. Each participant that pre-registers is guaranteed a race shirt, and we have several different medal categories that will be awarded!
There will also be an after-race picnic area. Each runner will receive a free meal and drink. Food available will be pork BBQ, chips, veggies, bananas, chocolate milk, Gatorade, and water. The picnic will be located at Peru West City park and your family and loved ones are welcome to eat. Meals will be available for $6. Please dress accordingly.

March 2018 Business Meeting
2018-03-28 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, March 28
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

February 2018 Business Meeting
2018-02-28 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, February 28
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

January 2018 Business Meeting
2018-01-31 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, January 31
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

November 2017 Business Meeting
2017-11-29 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, November 29
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

Thanksgiving Day Trot n'Gobble
2017-11-23 08:00 | Anytime Fitness, 907 W Main Street, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K and 10K Run/Walks
Date:   Thursday, November 23
Time:   Packet pick-up and race registration – 6:45 a.m.
Race – 8:00 a.m.
Fees:   Pre-registration (on or before 11/17) – $20
Race day registration – $25
Contact: Matt Kirk – mpkirk4201@hotmail.com
Website: perutrotandgobble.weebly.com
Location: Anytime Fitness
907 West Main Street
Peru, IN 46970
Fun Thanksgiving day run for all ages! 5k & 10k runs available with prizes to be awarded. All proceeds benefit Peru Babe Ruth & Miami County Relay for Life. The event is chipped timed! All pre-registered runners receive a long-sleeved shirt! Race day registrants will be first come first serve with no guarantees of a shirt.
Print registration form.

Bolt for the Heart
2017-11-04 09:30 | Beef O’Brady’s, 911 W Main St., Peru, IN, 46970, United States
Virtual 5K
Date:   Thursday, November 4
Time:   Race– 9:30 a.m. (There will be no race-day registration. Runners must be pre-registered using the Bolt for the Heart link below.)
Fees:   Pre-registration $20
Website: Bolt for the Heart
Location: Beef O’Brady’s
911 West Main Street
Peru, IN 46970
Bolt for the Heart is a non-profit organization serving central Indiana. One of their biggest contributions is providing AED’s to law enforcement and other government entities. Since 2010, they have directly donated over $300,000 in AED’s and equipment in the Central Indiana area. 100% of the proceeds from this year’s race will go towards purchasing AED’s for the Indiana State Police. The ultimate goal is to have an AED in every Trooper’s commission across the state.

2017 Chili Night Ride
2017-10-28 19:00 | Harvey Hinklemeyers, 14 E 8th St, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
“All the cyclists on the Chili Night Ride were very laid back, friendly and encouraging, and there is nothing better than finishing it off with community conversation and Chili! Thanks Breakaway!!!” – Charity

16 Mile Ride
Date:   Saturday, October 28
Time:   Registration and check-in – 6:00 p.m.
Ride – 7:00 p.m.
Fees:   Pre-registration (on or before 10/17)
$25 with long-sleeve technical shirt
$35 with sweatshirt
Ride-day registration – $30
Contact: contact@breakawaybike.com or 765-473-3848
Location: Ride will begin at Harvey Hinklemeyers with a
police escort to the Nickel Plate Trail, then ride
south 8 miles, turn around, and return to Harvey’s.
Breakaway Bike & Fitness Shop and Harvey Hinklemeyers are proud to present the 16 mile Chili Evening Ride. It is a great way to spend an autumn evening riding your bicycle and enjoying a hot bowl of chili with friends.
Registration fee includes a hot bowl of chili and drink at the post-ride party! Friends and family can join you for chili at the post-ride party. The full menu will also be available to order from.
ParkingSafetyRegistration and parking will be available on the east side of Harvey’s at 14 E 8th Street, Peru.
Safety is our primary concern, so helmets and head and tail lights are required. Riders must utilize proper etiquette and obey all traffic and safety regulations. Please ensure your bike is in good working order prior to ride.
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ROUTE

October 2017 Business Meeting
2017-10-25 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, October 25
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

2017 Cole Porter 5k/15K Run/Walk
2017-10-07 09:00 | Peru Circus Building, Corner of Broadway and 7th Street, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K and 15K Run/Walks
Date:   Saturday, October 7
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:30 a.m.
Pee-Wee Fun Run – 8:30 a.m.
Run/Walk – 9:00 a.m.
(Walkers are not permitted in 15K Run)
Fees:   Pre-registration (on or before 09/29) – $20
Day of registration – $25
Contact: Jim Yates – kilowattlite@gmail.com or 765-469-5066
Location: Peru Circus Building
Corner of Broadway and 7th Street
Peru, IN 46970
Peru Rotary Club invites you to participate in the running of the 31st annual Cole Porter Classic. Bring your family, friends, and co-workers for a fun day of music, prizes and food. There will be activities for all ages. Please arrive early and volunteer to be a part of this family event. All proceeds go to benefit the Nickel Plate Trail.
Walkers are not permitted in 15K Run. You must be able to complete 15K in 1:45.
The CourseAwardsPost-Race PartyRace ProvisionsThe 5K and 15K courses start downtown and run along Peru City streets. The 15K continues across the newly finished Wabash bridge and along the Nickel Plate Trail, with both races finishing at the Peru Circus Building.
Awards will be presented to the male and female winners in various age brackets for the following events: 5K Run, 15K Run, 5K Competitive Walk. There will also be a 1st and 2nd place overall award presented for the 5K & 15K runs. Click here to view awards by division.
A post-race party will be held with DJ, refreshments and award ceremony.
Traffic Control, Restroom Facilities, Age Division Awards and Frequent Water Stations
Register

Support the Nickel Plate Trail
All Cole Porter registration fees go towards the support of the Nickel Plate Trail. You can provide additional support for the trail by donating directly to the trail using the donation button below. For each donation of $5 you will receive an entry in a drawing for a chance to win either a Garmin Watch or a GoPro. (Winners will be drawn during the event, but you do not have to participate in the event or be present to win.)
You can also make an additional donation when completing your registration form.
Donate Now

Event Sponsors

Ameriprise Financial

Beacon Credit Union

Breakaway Bicycle Club – Kokomo

Body by Moose

Bucheri McCarty & Metz, LLP

Comerford & Company

Dan Rush, Carriger Oldfather Realty

Dean Baldwin Painting

Denham Building Services, Inc.

Dr. Tom Gunthrie, DDS

Dr. Zandi Dentistry

Drs. Hoover, Lorenz & Mull

First Bank of Berne

Fulton County Economic Development Corp

Gallahan Kwik Mart

Indiana Farm Bureau Insurance

Jeff Price Law Office

Kokomo Gravel

Modern Graphics

Quality Plumbing & Heating

Smith, Sawyer, Smith Insurance

Subway

Sunspot Natural Market

Webster Insurance

Victoria’s Flower and Gifts

September 2017 Business Meeting
2017-09-27 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, September 27
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

2017 Double Nickel Ride
2017-09-23 08:00 | Breakaway Bike and Fitness, 8 South Wabash Street, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
19, 35, 58 and 81 Mile Rides
Date: Saturday, September 23
Time: Registration and check-in – 7:00 a.m.
Ride – 8:00 a.m.
Fees: Pre-registration (until midnight September 12) – $20
Regular and Ride-day registration – $25
Contact: perubengalbackers@yahoo.com or 765-473-3848
Location: Ride begins and registration takes place at Breakaway Bike & Fitness, 8 S. Wabash St. Peru, IN 46970
Pre-registration fee includes a short sleeve t-shirt. Shirts are not guaranteed for regular and ride day registration. It is first come, first serve.
Proceeds from the ride will go to the Peru Bengal Backers Club. By joining the ride, you will have the opportunity to get connected to our community through an enjoyable activity.
RidesParkingSafety
Full Nickel – North and South Nickel Plate Trail (81 miles)
Partial Nickel – Peru to Denver and back (19 miles)
Mini Nickel – Peru to Denver than to Bunker Hill (35 miles)
½ + 1 – Half of the North Trail and full South Trail (58 miles)
Parking will be available in the streets and in the south lot (parking lot of Child Services building).
Safety is our primary concern, so helmets are required. Riders must utilize proper etiquette and obey all traffic and safety regulations. Please ensure your bike is in good working order prior to ride.
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2017 Tri Kappa Superhero 5K
2017-09-09 08:00 | Anytime Fitness, 907 W Main Street, Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K Run/Walk & 1-mile Fun Run
Date:   Saturday, September 9
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:00 a.m.
Fun Run – 8:00 a.m. 5K – 8:30 a.m.
Fees:   Pre-registration for 5K is $20 per participant. Pre-registration for Fun Run is $10.
Family of 4 or more living in same household is $60 for 5K and $30 for Fun Run.
Day of registration is $25 per participant for 5K and $15 for Fun Run.
Contact: Alycia Roberts at (765) 434-8821 or Julie Dyson at (574) 721-7212.
Location: Anytime Fitness
907 West Main Street
Peru, IN 46970
Those that pre-register by September 1st are guaranteed a shirt.
You can print the registration form or use the button below to register. Paper registration forms are also available at Anytime Fitness and the YMCA in Peru. Get signed up to be a superhero in the eyes of a little one today!
This year’s theme will be superhero again with a desire to help raise awareness for the need for more foster parents within Miami County.
Whether you’re a fast runner, jogger, speed walker, or simply walking for exercise you are still going to have a great time while supporting local youth! 100% of the entry fees benefit Miami County through TriKappa. This event has plenty of added extras with entertainment and bonuses not to mention the medals and prizes!
TriKappa is a non-profit organization that gives back to the community in a variety of ways including scholarships, 4-H trophies, Arts Alive, Books Program, Chamber of Commerce, Peru Circus, Elementary Health Fair, Helping Hands, Ole Olsen, Peru Public Library, Riley Hospital, Salvation Army, the United Way, and more!
Participants are invited to dress as their favorite superhero as there will be prizes awarded for best costumes as well. All ages and genders, strollers and dogs on leashes are welcome too!
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August 2017 Business Meeting
2017-08-30 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, August 30
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

2017 Family Fellowship 5K
2017-08-19 08:00 | Wolfe Pavillion, 907 W Main St , Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K Run/Walk
Date:   Saturday, August 19
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:15 a.m.
Walk/Run – 8:00 a.m.
Fees:   Early registration $20 (on or before 8/7) Regular registration $25
Contact: Adam – wolfepackentertainment@gmail.com
Event Link: Facebook
Location: Nickel Plate Trail
907 W Main St
Peru, IN 46970
Family Fellowship Church of God will be holding a 5k event with proceeds going to our community outreach ministry and local ministries. The run will be held on the NPT beside Anytime Fitness. There will be awards for Top 3 Finishers in each age group. Walkers are welcome.
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July 2017 Business Meeting
2017-07-26 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, July 26
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.

2017 J.U.G. 5K Run/Walk
2017-07-22 08:00 | Beef O’Brady’s, 911 W Main St., Peru, IN, 46970, United States
5K Run
Date:   Saturday, July 22
Time:   Registration and check-in – 7:30 a.m.
Race– 8:00 a.m.
Fees:   Preregistration (on or before 7/10) – $25 & includes a free t-shirt
Ride-day registration – $30 – no t-shirt guaranteed
Contact: Jessica Monnot – jmonnot@nicf.org or 765-398-1394
Location: Registration takes place at Beef O’Brady’s in Peru.
Join us for the second annual J.U.G. 5K Run/Walk in memory of Sara Herrell. All proceeds go to the Guthrie Family Community Fund. All participants will be eligible for a drawing at 9:00 a.m. and awards will be given for the top finishers in each age group. Age groups are Adult 16 & Older and Junior 15 & under. Race will take place on the Nickel Plate Trail.
Print registration form

2017 Friday Night Lights
2017-07-14 21:00 | DeAngelo’s Pizzeria, 94 S Emmons St, Denver, IN, 46926, United States
“The night rides are my favorite, the cool air in the evening and the nighttime sounds on the trail. Great snacks at the SAG. Great People – riders and volunteers! Very well organized! And the pizza after the ride is Yum-O! ” – Chrissy

20 Mile Ride
Date:   Friday, July 14
Time:   Registration and check-in – 8:00 p.m.
Ride – 9:00 p.m.
Fees:   Early bird registration (on or before 6/14) – $20
Pre-registration (on or before 7/1) – $25
Ride-day registration – $30
Contact: contact@breakawaybike.com or 765-473-3848
Location: Leaving Denver Community Building, we will ride
north on North Nickel Plate Trail, turn around
and double back.
All registrations include a post-ride pizza party. Early-bird and pre-registration fees also include a souvenir t-shirt and goody bag.
You’ve ridden it during the day, but now experience the Nickel Plate Trail at night. Join us for a fun 20 mile night ride along the Nickel Plate Trail north, followed by a DeAngelo’s post-ride pizza party.
LocationParkingSafetyDenver is conveniently located on State Road 16 (north of Hwy 24 and east of Hwy 31)
-15 miles north of Peru
-20 miles south of Rochester
-20 miles east of Logansport
-20 miles west of Wabash
Registration and parking will be at the Denver Community Building on South Emmons Street, Denver, In.
Safety is our primary concern, so helmets and head and tail lights are required. Riders must utilize proper etiquette and obey all traffic and safety regulations. Please ensure your bike is in good working order prior to ride.
Register

June 2017 Business Meeting
2017-06-28 19:00
Date:   Wednesday, June 28
Time:   7:00 p.m.
Location: Old Fire Station, 12 N. Miami St., Peru
Meeting is held on the second floor of the fire station . Public is welcome.
