FAQs
Weekend Retreat
December 5th-7th
$90 for an individual, $315 for a group of 4, $425 for a group of 5-8
Make Your Race Weekend a Retreat at New Life Ranch
Take the stress out of race weekend by staying right here at New Life Ranch. When you book the retreat package, everything is taken care of - lodging, meals, and activities - so you can focus on running and/or riding your best. No early morning driving, no scrambling for food, no worrying about logistics. Just wake up steps away from the starting line, enjoy hearty meals prepared for you, and relax in the beautiful camp setting that makes New Life Ranch unique.
Not only will you save valuable time and money by keeping it all in one place, you’ll also get a taste of the full camp and retreat experience - fun, community, and rest built right in!
Do I have to be racing to stay for the retreat?
Nope, come stay the weekend to get a feel for what New Life Ranch is all about and get away with your family/friends.
Volunteer
You are needed!
So, you are not up for running the trails of New Life Ranch but want to help make this a great event? You are needed! Without hard working, enthusiastic people supporting the runners, there would not be a race. People of any talent and physical ability are wanted. Come and join us. It will be a rewarding and fun experience.
Volunteers are needed for:
- Trail Maintenance
- Pre Event Prep
- Registration/Packet Pick-up
- Starting / Finish Line
- Set-Up/Break-Down
- Course Marshal
- Aid Station Volunteer
- First Aid (for appropriate medical professionals)
- Finish Line medals, race food, etc…
- Post Event tear-down
Volunteers will receive an email about one week before race, which will provide more details including where to meet, what to expect and other helpful information. We would love having our volunteers spend Friday & Saturday evening at New Life Ranch. This will provide time to finalize race prep, get trained and be ready for race day.
Sponsor
Join the New Life Ranch Flint and Steel Trail Run team by becoming a sponsor. All proceeds go to various forms of scholarships making sure all kids can come to camp regardless of their financial situation. Get great exposure by association with this well received event. New Life Ranch is a 501(c)3 (non-profit charity).
For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please complete the form below or contact Rhea Shahan by emailing rhea@newliferanch.com or calling 918-422-5506.
Race Day Info
Event Overview
- Location: New Life Ranch – Flint Valley, Colcord, OK
- Run Day: Saturday, December 6
- Ride Day: Sunday, December 7
- Retreat: Friday evening through Sunday evening
- Who It’s For: Runners, riders, volunteers, families, and anyone who loves time outside in a beautiful setting.
We know we said last year would be the final Flint Valley event… but we changed our minds. Flint & Steel is back at Flint Valley by popular demand.
Trail Run Schedule –Saturday, December 6
Join us for a morning of trail races winding through the wooded hills and open fields of Flint Valley.
Race Start Times
- 20K Trail Run: 8:30 AM
- 10K Trail Run: 9:00 AM
- 5K Trail Run: 9:45 AM
- Fun Run: 10:10 AM
Run courses include scenic trails, rolling elevation, and views of camp and surrounding countryside.
5-Hour Endurance Ride –Sunday, December 7
The Flint & Steel Ride is a 5-hour endurance, lap-style mountain bike race on a 5K loop. Riders complete as many laps as possible in the five-hour window.
Race Format
- Loop Distance: 5K lap
- Timing: Complete as many laps as you/your team can in 5 hours
- Teams: One team member on the course at a time
Practice Ride
Date & Time: Saturday, December 6from 3:00–5:00 PM
Race Start Times – Sunday
- Solo Riders: 11:00 AM
- Teams of 2: 11:15 AM
- Teams of 4: 11:30 AM
The ride map is available on this page, along with a Strava link to the course:
Strava Route:https://www.strava.com/routes/3422327681713436354
Retreat Weekend at Flint & Steel
Make Flint & Steel more than just race day—make it a weekend away.
The Flint & Steel Retreat includes lodging, meals, and access to camp activities throughout the weekend. Allretreat activities are optional, so you can join in as much or as little as you’d like.
Retreat Check-In & Check-Out
- Friday Check-In: 5:00–8:00 PM (late arrivals should call to let us know.)
- Saturday Check-In: 7:30–11:30 AM at the registration area
- Sunday Check-Out: 6:00–7:00 PM
Retreat Activities
Activity Blocks:
- 2:00–5:00 PM
- 7:00–10:00 PM
Retreat guests do not have to arrive Friday night. You’re welcome to join us Saturday if that works better for you(retreat pricing remains the same).
Meals & Hospitality
Flint & Steel is designed to be morethan a race—it’s a shared table. Here’s the full meal schedule and who is included.
Saturday, December 6
- Continental Breakfast – 7:30–9:00AM
For Volunteers, Retreat Guests, and Racers - Lunch with Awards – 12:00 PM
For Volunteers, Retreat Guests, Racers, and Spectators - Dinner (Sit-Down) – 5:30 PM
For Volunteers & Retreat Guests
Sunday, December 7
- Breakfast (Sit-Down) – 8:00 AM
For Volunteers & Retreat Guests - Lunch (Grab & Go) – 12:00 PM
For Volunteers, Retreat Guests, Racers, and Spectators - Dinner with Awards – 5:00 PM
For Volunteers, Retreat Guests, Racers, and Spectators
Chapel – Open to Everyone
You’re invited to a chapel service on Sunday, December 7 at 9:00 AM.
Chapel is open to all: runners, riders, volunteers, retreat guests, families, and spectators.
Location – New Life Ranch Flint Valley
Flint & Steel is hosted at:
New Life Ranch – Flint Valley
Colcord, Oklahoma
The property features wooded hills, trails, open fields, and riverfront views—an ideal setting for both endurance events and a peaceful retreat.