Upcoming Events
Minocqua Northwoods Escape Marathon
The event will be changed to become an out and back on the Bearskin trail from Minocqua.
SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2023
Memorial Day Weekend
Sponsored by the Incrediblebank
BOSTON MARATHON CERTIFIED
Race Times
Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am (early start available at 6:00 am)
Half Marathon Start Time: 8:00 am
5k Start Time: 9:00 am
All races start and finish in Bearskin park near the trestle downtown Minocqua.
Check in will be held at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
Online registration closes at 12:00 PM (NOON) on Thursday, May 25. Only those that preregister online are guaranteed a shirt.
Register and packet pickup in person until Saturday, May 27 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm and Sunday, May 28, from 5:00 am to 7:00 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
Northwoods Escape Marathon Paper Registration
Please include your expected finish time.
Included in Registration:
Event Description
The marathon and half marathon courses will be and out and back run on the Bearskin/Hiawatha trail beginning and ending in Minocqua at Bearskin Park. The course is certified for the Boston Marathon (ID # WI22019DM) by an authorized Boston Marathon certifying agency. The race will start with a gun start so everyone has the same starting times.
All races are out and back from the Bearskin Park near the trestle.
Marathon: 7:00 am (early start at 6:00 am is available)
Half Marathon: 8:00 am
5K: 9:00 am
Blue Raven's beneficiary partner this year will be the Lakeland Hawks Ice Hockey Association. The Lakeland Hawks ice hockey program is a very successful youth hockey program in the Minocqua area.
Marathon, Half Marathon, and 5K - Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
There are no age group awards for this event. Relay participants all receive an event medal.
All marathon and half marathon participants receive a medal for finishing the event.
Sign up to Volunteer for a water station by location and estimated time below.
This is an out and back event starting from the Bearskin Trailhead Park downtown Minocqua.
All events start and finish over the trestle.
No Frills Marathon and Half Marathon 9-3-2023
Sponsored by Incredible Bank
The No Frills Marathon is a point to point run in the beautiful Northwoods of Wisconsin passing lakes and marshes, crossing old wood bridges, and remain in the company of mature pines lining the route. Starting near Tomahawk and finishing downtown Minocqua
It's the Sunday before Labor Day.
Please include your expected finish time.
THE COURSE HAS BEEN RE-CERTIFIED FOR THE BOSTON MARATHON FOR 2022 (WI21023DM)
Online registration closes at 11:59 PM on Thursday, Aug 31. Only those that register online are guaranteed a shirt.
Register and packet pickup in person until Saturday, Sept 2 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm and Sunday, Sept 3, from 5:00 am to 7:00 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
No Frills Marathon Paper Registration
Please include your expected finish time.
Included in Registration:
NO FRILLS MARATHON
Sponsored by
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2023
Race Times
Marathon Start Time: 7:00 am
Half Marathon Start Time: 8:00 am
The marathon course will be run on the Bearskin/Hiawatha trails off of Heafford Rd, near Billy Bob's Sports Bar on County Road L near Tomahawk and finishing on the trestle in Minocqua.
Registration and packet pickup in person until Saturday, Sept 2 from 5:00 - 8:00 pm and Sunday, Sept 3, from 5:00 am to 7:00 am at the American Legion, downtown Minocqua, 121 W Front St.
Early start at 6:00 am by special arrangement; please check the box on the registration form if you wish to start early. There will be an early bus departing from the American Legion, downtown Minocqua.
The Minocqua No Frills Marathon™ & Half- Marathon keeps it simple and affordable because, at this marathon, it’s all about the race. The race accommodates those who aspire to run their first marathon, as well as veteran runners trying to better their times or qualify for the Boston Marathon (certification #WI21023DM).
Blue Raven's beneficiary partner this year will be the Lakeland Hawks Ice Hockey Association. The Lakeland Hawks ice hockey program is a very successful youth hockey program in the Minocqua area.
Marathon and Half Marathon Overall Male and Female 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Relay participants all receive a finishing medal.
There are no age group awards for this event.
All marathon and half marathon participants receive a medal for finishing the event.
Bus Schedule:
Marathon: 5:45 and 6:00 am for 7:00 am start; Half Marathon: 7:00 and 7:15 for 8:00 am start. No bus for the early start.
Cheer on the participants as they pass by your aid station.
Marathon and Half Marathon VOLUNTEER SIGN UP
VOLUNTEER FOR EITHER OR BOTH MARATHONS
We need Water Station Volunteers to make these events successful in our community.
Northwoods Escape Marathon 5-28-2023 Sunday before Memorial Day.
No Frills Marathon 9-3-2023. Sunday before Labor Day.
Cheer on the participants as they run past your aid station
Thank you for signing up to volunteer to man the Water Stations for the Minocqua No Frills Marathon. Select the water station with the arrival and departure time that fits your schedule. The location is identified with each selection.
Volunteers will receive a complimentary T-Shirt for up to 2 per water station. T-shirts may be picked up at the American Legion Saturday night during registration. You can sign up with your shirt size or register with "I don't want a t-shirt."
Volunteers provide water and Gatorade to runners as they pass their location. Water stations volunteers work 2-3 hours on the trail and are eligible for an event t-shirt. Runners, sign up your family. It's easy and entertaining.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. The tables, chairs, garbage can, garbage bags, water, and Gatorade will be delivered to each water station Saturday evening. Instructions for the water station are provided below and will be included in your confirmation email.
NOTE: Some of the water stations will have a RELAY Team transition, and one will be the start of the Half Marathon.
Thank you for considering signing up to volunteer to man the Water Stations for the Minocqua No Frills Marathon. Select the water station with the arrival and departure time that fits your schedule. The location is identified with each selection.
Volunteers will receive a complimentary T-Shirt for up to 2 per water station. T-shirts may be picked up at the American Legion Saturday night during registration. You can sign up with your shirt size or register with "I don't want a t-shirt."
Volunteers provide water and Gatorade to runners as they pass their location. Water stations volunteers work 2-3 hours on the trail and are eligible for an event t-shirt. Runners, sign up your family. It's easy and entertaining.
Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled start time. The tables, chairs, garbage can, garbage bags, water, and Gatorade will be delivered to each water station Saturday evening. Instructions for the water station are provided below and will be included in your confirmation email.
NOTE: Some of the water stations will have a RELAY Team transition, and one will be the start of the Half Marathon.
Some water stations will have gummy candies. Put a few pieces in a cup for the participants. Do not use up all the cups for gummies as water and Gatorade are the priority.
Water stations will have Gatorade and water in bulk coolers or in a case of bottles, please fill a cups 2/3 full and offer it to runners as they pass by.
Place your trash can a short distance down from your water table. Keep your area clean and pick up all trash before you leave.
Fold your table and chairs up and place the trash bag nearby. There will be a sweeping crew coming by to pick it up. Make it easy for them.
Check the weather. A jacket or rain gear or sun screen protection may be useful. Also, the water stations are located on a wooded trail. A cap and bug spray may prove valuable depending upon weather conditions.
Marathon Early Start 6:00 AM
Marathon Start Time: 7:00 AM
Half Marathon Start Time: 8:00 AM
Only Fools Run at Midnight
The Event will not be produced in 2023 due to declining attendance.
EVENT DETAILS:
Come in Costume! Registration begins at 8:30 at the in the south entrance of the school. Take pictures in front of the Giant Running Fool located near the finish line. The cost per individual is $30 for pre-registration $35 for day-of-event registration. A 5K Family (up to 5 participants) can pre-register for $90; $100 on Race Day.
T-Shirts are guaranteed if you pre-register online ONLY. Race Day participants may receive a shirt based upon availability.
Each person registering will receive a glow necklace to light your way around the course.
Event Check In:
Saturday evening check in will be held at LUHS from 8:30 PM to 9:45 PM
The Fool’s Itinerary
8:30 pm Registration and Packet Pickup Begin
9:30 pm Fools Flex: On your own
9:50 pm Fools Rules: Pre-race instructions at the Start/Finish line.
10:00 pm ONLY FOOL’S RUN AT MIDNIGHT START
11:15 pm Fool’s Gold Award Ceremony in the theater
Awards:
OVERALL WINNERS – Top 3 Male and Top 3 Female win Overall Medals
AGE GROUP WINNERS - 1st, 2nd, & 3rd Place Male & Female win Age Group Medals
10 & Under, 11-15, 16-19, 20-29, 30-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70 & Over
DOWNLOADABLE FORMS
Paws on the Run 06-17-2023
Paws on the Run will not be produced by Blue Raven Productions in 2023.
CLICK THE DOG TO REGISTER ONLINE.
Paws on the Run Event Description
Start your day with a walk/run with or without your dog(s) before the Minocqua Paws in the Park event starts on Saturday, June 18. The 5th annual race begins near Torpy Park on Lakeshore Drive and ends in the Bearskin Park after crossing the trestle. lot. Event check in and Race Day Registration begins at 7:00 am at the Bearskin Park downtown Minocqua WI at the trestle. The race starts promptly at 8:00 am. If you don't have a dog, no worries, you can still participate in the event and join in the fun. We have added an awards category for those who could not bring a dog. This 5K event is open to anyone that enjoys being around mans best friend.
Only online registrations will be guaranteed a t-shirt.
Bring a leash or a running harness attached to your belt. All dogs must be kept under control and be up to date on all vaccinations. Owners are responsible for their dog's behavior. This is a great excuse to get a little exercise and enjoy quality time with your dog.
Refreshments will be provided for both the owners and the dogs.
Event Check In
Check in on on Race Day will be held at Bearskin Park at the trestle from 7:00 until 7:45. The race starts promptly at 8:00.
There will be 2 Doggy Divisions:
30 lbs &Under and 31 lbs & Over
We have also added a "No Dog" division, Human mental health.
This year, 1st, 2nd, and 3rd medals will be awarded to the top 3 finishers in each division.
Minocqua Turkey Trot
Join us for the 5th Annual Minocqua Turkey Trot 5K Run/Walk on Thanksgiving Day. The area's only Turkey Trot welcomes friends and families to trot through the streets and trails of Minocqua/Woodruff before the Thanksgiving feast begins. The Turkey Trot begins and ends at the Faith Evangelical Free Church in Woodruff. The Race Director is Rick Goff, pastor at the Faith Evangelical Free Church. Contact him at rgoff59@gmail.com
Address: 9035 Blumenstein Rd, Woodruff, WI 54568
