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Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K Results

Thank you to everyone who participated in the 11th Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K a success! Your support and the help of our volunteers with an assist from Honest Abe himself made for a very successful event. We hope you had a good time and will join us again next year. If you didn’t make it, be sure to save next year’s date of May 7, 2022.

We want to congratulate our top finishers (pictured below) for a job well done. The top adult male finisher and top finisher overall was Donald Scherers of Celestine who finished with a time of 20:42. The top adult female finisher was Kathy Flannagan of Santa Claus with a time of 25:29. The top boy finisher under 16 was Casey Steczyk of Ferdinand with a time of 25:14 and the top girl finisher under 16 was Dylan Steczyk of Ferdinand with a time of 27:27. Congratulations to the winners and everyone who persevered and finished the course! Complete results are at the end of this post.

Pictured above left to right: Don Scherers of Celestine, Dyaln and Casey Steczyk of Ferdinand, and Kathy Flannagan of Santa Claus. In the center is President Abraham Lincoln (of course) portrayed by Dean Dorrell.

Final Results

PlaceFirst NameLast NameHometownCategoryTime
1DonaldScherersCelestineman20:42:00
2Mike BrownChrisney man25:02:00
3CaseySteczykFerdinandboy-0-1525:14:00
4KathyFlannaganSanta Clauswoman25:29:00
5Bridget FlannaganSanta Clauswoman25:32:00
6EmiSteczykFerdinandwoman25:44:00
7DylanSteczykFerdinandgirl-0-1527:27:00
8JaymeBlessingerNewburghboy-0-1527:28:00
9ChadSchniedersSanta Clausman29:17:00
10JeremyEvansNewburghman31:30:00
11MarkWahlLincoln Cityman32:37:00
12SarahKluenderLamarwoman37:03:00
13RyanFlanaganSanta Clausman37:37:00
14JamesMarchinoEvansvilleman39:18:00
15JeffJonesOwensboroman41:05:00
16GinaDuppsOakland Citywoman43:17:00
17LilyanaHoffmanBirdseyeboy-0-1544:25:00
18Angela HoffmanBirdseyewoman44:26:00
19EarlenePreher Leopoldwoman44:39:00
20NevaehHaydenChrisneygirl-0-1545:26:00
21AveryHaydenChrisneygirl-0-1545:29:00
22KyleighPascoRockportwoman45:31:00
23AbbyPolster Troywoman49:21:00
24CalebPolster Troyboy-0-1549:22:00
25CathyLeistnerDuboiswoman50:56:00
26DianaCoxFt. Branchwoman51:42:00
27AudraCoxFt. Branchwoman51:44:00
28ElyHarrrisGrandview boy-0-1553:24:00
29ArcherHarrisGrandview boy-0-1553:25:00
30MaryFulkerson Grandview woman54:07:00
31NancyKamufOwensborowoman54:07:00
32CarolineWilsonTennysonwoman54:37:00
33JoycePhilippsFerdinand woman54:38:00
34BonnieHohlLincoln Citywoman54:43:00
35LoganMusgraveSanta Clausman54:44:00
36MarkMagillBoonvilleman54:48:00
37PamBlessingerSt. Anthonywoman55:04:00
38Dean BegleLincoln Cityman55:13:00
39JohnGintarSanta Clausman55:20:00
40TonyElpersman55:22:00
41AmyHarrisGrandview woman55:25:00
42KatyMagillGrandview woman55:26:00
43Faye MagillSmithChrisneywoman55:27:00
44JimAndersonGentryvilleman56:48:00
45RussellPascoRockportman59:52:00
46MyraJamesonChrisneywoman59:58:00
47LeoStriegelJasperman59:58:00
48TroyHaydenChrisneyman1:00:04
49JosephBegleLincoln Cityman
50Joy ZookChrisneywoman
51JeffZookChrisneyman
52CalebHaydenChrisneyman
53AprilHaydenChrisneywoman
54NoraHarrisBoonvillewoman
55KayleePascoRockportwoman
56KaisonPascoRockportboy-0-15

We would also like to thank the management and staff of Lincoln State Park for their help and support for today’s race and Dean Dorrell for his appearance as President Abraham Lincoln.

Finally, we would like to give one final thank you to all of our sponsors for today’s event: Dubois County Tire, Holiday Foods, Lincoln Amphitheatre, Messmer Mechanical, Spencer Industries, Price & Associates, LLC, Julie E. Schmitt Tax & Accounting Service, Martin-Serrin Insurance, Spencer County Bank, Uebelhor & Sons, Universal Design Associates, Thermwood Corporation, Pro-Rehab, and Freedom Bank.

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Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K is Back!

Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood Returns on May 8
Early Registration Now Open Online

LINCOLN CITY, IND.—  The Friends of Lincoln State Park and Indiana Department of Natural Resources will co-host the 11th Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K Run/Walk on Saturday, May 8 at 9:00 a.m. CDT in Lincoln State Park.  This year’s 5K run/walk route will once again start and end at the Lake Lincoln Beach parking lot.  The route will consist of the paved park roadways and some hiking trails.  Prizes will be awarded to the first place male and female finishers for both adults and kids under 16.  Random door prizes will also be awarded during the event including Indiana State Park annual passes, gift cards, gift certificates, and more.    

“We are very excited to be bringing back Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K after having to cancel the 2020 event due to COVID.  Based upon improving conditions and the outdoor nature of this event, we are confident we can conduct a safe and fun 5K.  Our 5K through Mr. Lincoln’s Indiana neighborhood is a perfect way for people of all ages to start or continue a fitness habit and enjoy the natural beauty Lincoln State Park offers. The 5K also supports the many projects and events we do at the park through our Friends group.  Even with COVID limitations in 2020, we were able to provide funds to repair the fishing pier, purchase all new park message boards, a raccoon mount for the Nature Center, and to sponsor an outdoor music performance at the beach.  We are looking forward to supporting more projects and events in 2021 and the 5K will be the kickoff to those efforts.”  

Dan Wilkinson, President of the Friends of Lincoln State Park.

The early registration discount saves entrants $10 when registering by the early deadline of May 1.  Interested walkers and runners may get more details, download registration forms and event flyers, or register online at lspfriends.com.  Completed registration forms can also be sent with a check or money order made payable to Friends of Lincoln State Park, PO Box 601, Chrisney, Indiana, 47611.

  • The early registration fee is $20 per person registering on or before May 1 and $30 from May 2 until race day.  
  • All event participants will receive an event t-shirt while supplies last, with t-shirts guaranteed for early registrants.  Registration forms are also available at the Lincoln State Park office.
  • The registration fee does not include the $7 in-state or $9 out-of-state per car gate fee to enter Lincoln State Park.
  • All proceeds will benefit Friends of Lincoln State Park to support special projects and events at Lincoln State Park. 

For more information regarding the 5K run/walk, participants may call the Lincoln State Park office at (812) 937-4710 or visit lspfriends.com. Lincoln State Park is located 5 miles west of Santa Claus, Indiana on State Road 162 in Lincoln City across the highway from Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial.

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Event sponsors as of the date of release:  Dubois County Tire, Holiday Foods, Lincoln Amphitheatre, Messmer Mechanical, Spencer Industries, Price & Associates, LLC, Julie E. Schmitt Tax & Accounting Service, Martin-Serrin Insurance, Spencer County Bank, Uebelhor & Sons, Universal Design Associates, Thermwood Corporation, Pro-Rehab and Freedom Bank.

ABOUT THE FRIENDS OF LINCOLN STATE PARK

Formed in June 2004, the Friends of Lincoln State Park is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to provide volunteer and financial support for events and projects within Lincoln State Park which includes Col. William Jones Home. The organization has invested over $100,000 toward projects and activities at Lincoln State Park since its inception.  Membership in the Friends of Lincoln State Park starts at $25 with varying levels of membership. Membership is open to everyone and all are invited to attend monthly meetings held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:30 PM in the Nature Center. More information about Lincoln State Park and the Friends of Lincoln State Park can be found by visiting www.lspfriends.com where visitors can get information about membership, activities and events, membership information, sign up to receive a monthly newsletter, and learn about the history contained within the park.

Participants in the 10th Mr. Lincoln’s Neighborhood 5K on May 4, 2019.
Nolan Hargus, Jackson Joyal, Mandy Schaffer and Cora Lasher were the top 5K finishers in 2019.
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February hiking opportunities

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Whether you’re looking to stay active and continue a fitness habit or just embarking on a new healthy lifestyle to get in shape, your Indiana state parks (especially Lincoln State Park in our book) provide the perfect place to get moving.  Hitting the trails is a great way to not only get your heart rate going, but to connect with nature.  Regular hiking at your nearest state park will improve your physical health AND your mental health.  So, what are you waiting for?  Take a hike already!  

Interpretive Naturalist Michael Crews will be leading regular hikes in throughout the year in 2020.  This is an opportunity to perhaps see areas of the park you’ve never seen before and to learn about the historical and natural resources of Lincoln State Park.  Below is a schedule of February hikes.  Hope to see you there! 

FRIDAY SATURDAY
LINCOLN STATE PARK FEBRUARY HIKING SCHEDULE
Feb. 7
8 AM Weber Lake Hike – Meet at Troy Rd trail head for a 2 mi hike to Weber Lake.

2 PM Sarah Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve– Meet at the Nature Center for a hike through the most mature forest area in the park (1.5 mi).
Feb. 8
8 AM Beaver Hike – Meet at the Nature Center for some off trail hiking (over 2 mi).

2 PM Abe’s Neighborhood Walk – Meet at the Nature Center for the 1.5 mi hike through Abe’s old neighborhood.
Feb. 14
8 AM Trail 4 Hike – Hike to the Gentry Home Site. This one is 4 mi so bring a snack.
Feb. 15
Nature Center Open 10 AM-2 PM – No scheduled hikes.
Feb. 21
8 AM Trail 2 Hike – Meet at the Nature Center for this roughly 3 mi hike on Trail 2.

2 PM Fire Tower Hike – Meet at the Nature Center for a 1.5 mi hike to the fire tower.
Feb. 22
8 AM Trail 4 Hike – Hike to the Gentry Home Site. This one is 4 mi so bring a snack.

2 PM Abe’s Neighborhood Walk – Meet at the Nature Center for the 1.5 mi hike through Abe’s old neighborhood.
Feb. 28
8 AM Beaver Hike – Meet at the Nature Center for some off trail hiking (over 2 mi).

2 PM Abe’s Neighborhood Walk – Meet at the Nature Center for the 1.5 mi hike through Abe’s old neighborhood.
Feb. 29
8 AM Weber Lake Hike – Meet at Troy Rd trail head for a 2 mi hike to Weber Lake.

2 PM Sarah Lincoln Woods Nature Preserve– Meet at the Nature Center for a hike through the most mature forest area in the park (1.5 mi).